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1889 Gershwin DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23454 - Main photo
$450,000
$263 / sqft · est. $2,821/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,713sqft
41days on market

1889 Gershwin Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

SoldResidential · built 1988 · OCEAN LAKES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This beautifully maintained home features 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, ideally located in the heart of Ocean Lakes near Oceana and Dam Neck Naval bases. The spacious family room flows seamlessly into the kitchen and includes a cozy wood-burning fireplace, great for relaxing or entertaining. Outside find a large private backyard, great for summer cookouts and gatherings. The home also offers the added value of fully PAID-OFF solar panels, providing energy efficiency and long-term savings. The HVAC system was replaced in 2020, and the home has been freshly painted throughout, giving it a clean and updated feel. Upstairs, you'll find brand-new carpet, adding comfort and a fresh touch to the living space, makes this home move-in-ready and combines comfort, convenience, in a highly desirable location.

Listing courtesy of Shelly Taylor · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10631483

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Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 1889 Gershwin Drive — a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Virginia Beach's Ocean Lakes neighborhood. Built in 1988 and spanning 1,713 square feet, it sits four minutes from Dam Neck Annex and puts groceries, parks, and restaurants within easy reach.

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Why this home stands out

What sets Gershwin Drive apart is the combination of location and livability that's genuinely hard to find. You're four minutes from Dam Neck Annex, eight from NAS Oceana, and still within a short walk of Culver Park. The Ocean Lakes neighborhood wraps you in a mature, established community feel while keeping everyday errands and dining options well within your orbit — no long drives required.

OCEAN LAKES and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Ocean Lakes is one of those Virginia Beach neighborhoods that earns its reputation quietly. The streets are lined with mature trees, the lots have breathing room, and neighbors tend to stick around — which tells you something. It's a residential pocket that feels genuinely settled rather than thrown together, with a mix of 1980s and 1990s construction that gives the area real character. If you've been searching for a house for sale virginia beach va that puts you close to the coast without the chaos of the resort strip, Ocean Lakes delivers exactly that balance. Virginia Beach itself is a city of nearly half a million people spread across a surprisingly diverse geography — from the Oceanfront and the Chesapeake Bay shore to quiet inland neighborhoods like this one. You get city-level amenities without city-level density, and the Atlantic is never far when you want it.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from Gershwin Drive. Culver Park is just 0.1 miles away — a quick walk for morning routines or an afternoon outside. Upton Estates Park and Box Elder Arch Park are both under half a mile. Grocery runs are straightforward: Lidl is 0.6 miles out, and Food Lion is 0.9 miles with a pharmacy on-site. When you'd rather skip cooking, Fuddruckers, Malbon Bros. Corner Mart BBQ and Catering, and Gran Maya Mexican Grill are all within 0.7 miles. Town Center Cold Pressed Red Mill handles your coffee needs at 0.7 miles, and Onelife Fitness and Bliss Yoga keep your workout options close.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is four minutes away and NAS Oceana is eight — that's as good as it gets in Virginia Beach for dual-base convenience. Whether you're using a VA loan or working through BAH calculations, Ocean Lakes puts you in a location where the commute math works out cleanly. Established streets, nearby parks, and quick grocery access make the day-to-day manageable for busy service members and their families.

For families upgrading

If you're ready to trade up into more space and a neighborhood with real staying power, 1889 Gershwin Drive is worth a close look. Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and 1,713 square feet give a growing family room to spread out. Culver Park is steps away, and the broader Ocean Lakes community has the kind of settled, long-term feel that makes it easy to put down roots.

More buyer questions

How far is 1889 Gershwin Drive from Dam Neck Annex?

Dam Neck Annex is approximately four minutes from 1889 Gershwin Drive, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in Virginia Beach. The short commute is a genuine day-to-day advantage for personnel stationed there.

How far is 1889 Gershwin Drive from NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is about eight minutes away, which keeps this address practical for personnel at either base. The location between the two installations is one of the stronger logistical selling points of the Ocean Lakes area.

What is the Ocean Lakes neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?

Ocean Lakes is an established, residential neighborhood built primarily in the 1980s and 1990s, known for mature landscaping, stable home values, and a community feel that attracts long-term residents. It's inland enough to avoid resort-area congestion while staying close to the coast and major employment centers.

Is 1889 Gershwin Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is available through FEMA's flood map portal and is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — it's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood zone designation affects both insurance costs and long-term planning.

Are there parks near 1889 Gershwin Drive?

Yes — Culver Park is just 0.1 miles from the front door, and both Upton Estates Park and Box Elder Arch Park are within half a mile. It's an unusually park-rich pocket for an established neighborhood.

Ready to get a closer look at 1889 Gershwin Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ocean Lakes well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

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Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1988

Price / sqft

$263

HOA fee

$28/mo

Taxes

$3,926/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10631483

HOA association includes

ClubhouseGround MaintPlaygroundsPool

$28/mo HOA fee · n/a · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,713
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
Assigned Storage, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Security Sys

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Nat Gas, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
OCEAN LAKES
Zoning
R5D
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
4 Space, Off Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Resale Certif Req

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

65-70 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

Explore this neighborhood

South Shore Estates

South Shore Estates is a lakefront neighborhood in southeastern Virginia Beach, set off General Booth Boulevard near Nimmo Parkway and the Red Mill area, within the 23454 zip code.

$775K

Median sale · 12 mo

$263

Sold $/sq ft

14d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$128K

HH income

85.9%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,821/mo

Principal & interest

$2,335

Property tax

$327

Home insurance

$131

PMI

None

HOA

$28

Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

111% of $404,700

City assessment record · taxes $3,926/yr

Land share of assessed value

41% — $166,000

Improvements $238,700 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$420,000 – $485,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

1220 Mullholand CT · 0.4 mi · 1,706 sqft$445,000 sold 2026-06
1181 Broadlawn RD · 0.6 mi · 1,704 sqft$485,000 sold 2026-02
1873 Haviland DR · 0.5 mi · 1,633 sqft$420,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$450,000

Price / Sq Ft

$263

Annual Taxes

$3,926

Monthly Tax

$327

HOA fee

$28 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.87%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price reducedMay 12, 2026$450,000−$5,000
ListedMay 19, 2026$450,000—
SoldJun 25, 2026$450,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

11% above assessment

Total Assessed

$404,700

Land

$166,000

Improvement

$238,700

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1889 Gershwin Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Ocean Lakes Elementary (GreatSchools 8/10), Corporate Landing Middle (GreatSchools 9/10), Ocean Lakes (GreatSchools 8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1889 Gershwin Dr in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 1889 Gershwin Dr have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is n/a. Association amenities on record include: Clubhouse, Ground Maint, Playgrounds, Pool.
When was 1889 Gershwin Dr built?+
It was built in 1988, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Shelly Taylor · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10631483

Call or text (757) 777-7577

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