Why this home stands out
What sets 1820 Ashley Drive apart is the combination of square footage and location that's hard to find in this part of Virginia Beach. Nearly 2,000 square feet gives you real breathing room, while the 1965 construction era means solid bones and generous lot proportions. Add an eight-minute commute to NAS Oceana and a walkable cluster of everyday essentials, and this address checks a lot of boxes at once.
ALANTON and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Ashley Drive sits in a quiet, established residential pocket of Virginia Beach — the kind of street where neighbors know each other and the tree canopy has had decades to fill in. The surrounding area carries the relaxed, unpretentious character of mid-century Virginia Beach neighborhoods: wide lots, mature landscaping, and a mix of long-time residents and families who discovered the area more recently. When people search ridgely manor virginia beach va, they're often looking for exactly this type of grounded, livable community — close to the action but calm enough to decompress after a long day. Virginia Beach itself brings the full package: oceanfront recreation, a thriving dining scene, major employers, and a military community that gives the city its distinctive energy. The Lynnhaven corridor is just minutes away, and the broader Princess Anne Road corridor keeps you connected to the rest of the city without long drives.
What's nearby
The everyday convenience around 1820 Ashley Drive is genuinely hard to beat. Harris Teeter and Food Lion are both within 0.6 miles, so grocery runs stay quick. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Ynot Italian, Black Angus Restaurant, and Sirena Serious EATalian are all within a half-mile stretch. Morning coffee is covered by Starbucks at 0.5 miles and Dunkin' just a touch farther. For staying active, Virginia Beach Physical Therapy and Wellness, Souls on Fire Holistic Health & Wellness, and Anytime Fitness are all within 0.7 miles. Brighton on the Bay Park, Great Neck Farms Park, and Laurel Cove Park give you three green-space options within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to NAS Oceana and fourteen minutes to Dam Neck Annex makes 1820 Ashley Drive one of the more strategically located addresses for active-duty households in this part of Virginia Beach. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the 1,995 square feet gives growing families the space they actually need — not just enough to get by.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current place and are browsing houses for sale near Virginia Beach with more square footage in mind, 1820 Ashley Drive is worth a close look. Three bedrooms, two full baths, and nearly 2,000 square feet in an established neighborhood means you get the space upgrade without sacrificing the community feel that makes a house feel like home.
More buyer questions
How far is 1820 Ashley Drive from NAS Oceana?
The drive from 1820 Ashley Drive to NAS Oceana is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That short commute is one of the most practical advantages of this address for active-duty personnel stationed there.
How far is 1820 Ashley Drive from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is roughly 14 minutes from 1820 Ashley Drive. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that can slow down longer Virginia Beach commutes.
What grocery stores are near 1820 Ashley Drive?
Both Harris Teeter and Food Lion are within 0.6 miles of the property, giving you two solid options depending on your preference for a conventional supermarket or a higher-end grocery experience.
Is 1820 Ashley Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood zone status can affect insurance costs.
What parks are near 1820 Ashley Drive?
Brighton on the Bay Park is 0.6 miles away, Great Neck Farms Park is 0.8 miles, and Laurel Cove Park is 0.9 miles — three distinct green spaces all within a mile of the front door.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 1820 Ashley Drive.
