Why this home stands out
Built in 1938, 1847 S Streamline Drive carries the kind of bones that newer construction simply can't replicate — thick walls, mature landscaping, and a floor plan that has grown gracefully over the decades to reach 2,778 square feet across four bedrooms and three baths. What makes it genuinely rare is the combination: pre-war character at a Virginia Beach address that sits three minutes from a major naval air station, yet feels tucked away on a quiet residential street.
OCEANA VILLAGE and the Virginia Beach real estate market
South Streamline Drive sits in a pocket of Virginia Beach that feels more like an established inland neighborhood than a resort corridor — residential streets, mature trees, and neighbors who have been around long enough to wave from the driveway. The zip code 23454 covers a broad swath of the city's mid-section, and this particular block lands you close to the Hilltop area's retail energy without being swallowed by it. Virginia Beach itself is one of the most populous cities on the East Coast, yet it manages to feel livable at the street level — a mix of military community, longtime locals, and young families who chose it deliberately. If you are browsing homes for sale in Virginia Beach and wondering which pockets offer both character and convenience, this corridor deserves a close look. The city's oceanfront, the Back Bay Wildlife Refuge, and the entire resort strip are all within a reasonable drive, but daily life here operates at a calmer, more neighborhood-forward pace.
What's nearby
Everyday errands barely require a car. Amoco is 0.3 miles away for quick stops, Target Grocery sits at 0.6 miles, and Trader Joe's is just 0.7 miles out — solid grocery coverage in three directions. For coffee, Cafe Nectar is a short 0.3-mile walk, with Wawa and a second coffee stop both within half a mile. Dinner options are equally close: Kevin's Dog House and Mermaids VB are both under half a mile, and the Mexsal Food Truck adds a fun local flavor at 0.4 miles. Fitness is well covered too — Coastal All-Stars Cheer & Tumble, VB Aerial Arts Collective, and HOTWORX Virginia Beach (Hilltop) are all within 0.6 miles. Wild Life Pond and Oceana Gardens Park offer green space within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to NAS Oceana is as close as it gets without living on base. Dam Neck Annex is nine minutes in the other direction, which matters when schedules shift and commutes need to be predictable. A VA loan can be a strong fit here — four bedrooms and three baths give a growing military family real room to breathe, and the 1938 construction means the lot and street have a settled, stable feel that newer developments often lack.
For families upgrading
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for First Colonial High School and homes for sale zoned for Birdneck Elementary School will find 1847 S Streamline Drive lands squarely in that attendance zone. Four bedrooms and three full baths across 2,778 square feet means everyone gets space — dedicated rooms, room for a home office, and a footprint large enough to grow into rather than out of quickly. The neighborhood's mature character adds a sense of permanence that feels right for a long-term family home.
More buyer questions
How far is 1847 S Streamline Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately three minutes away by car — one of the shortest base commutes you will find among Virginia Beach homes for sale at this price tier. Dam Neck Annex is about nine minutes in the opposite direction.
What year was 1847 S Streamline Drive built?
The home was built in 1938, making it one of the older residential properties in this part of Virginia Beach. That age typically means thicker construction, mature landscaping, and a lot that has had decades to settle and establish.
Is 1847 S Streamline Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any relevant insurance considerations.
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does 1847 S Streamline Drive have?
The home has four bedrooms and three full bathrooms across 2,778 square feet — a layout that works well for larger households or anyone who wants dedicated guest or office space.
Where are the closest grocery stores to 1847 S Streamline Drive?
Amoco is 0.3 miles away for quick runs, Target Grocery is 0.6 miles out, and Trader Joe's is 0.7 miles — all reachable in under five minutes by car, making homes for sale in 23454 particularly convenient for everyday errands.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get a straight-talk walkthrough of what 1847 S Streamline Drive looks like for your situation.
