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$240,000
$175 / sqft · est. $1,701/mo →
2beds
2.1baths
1,368sqft
6days on market

1966 Darnell Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

Under ContractResidential · built 1987 · DIAMOND SPRINGS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Move right into this beautifully updated townhouse featuring two spacious bedrooms, each with its own private ensuite bath. Convenient second-floor laundry is located just steps from the bedrooms. Featuring new flooring, fresh paint, gorgeous quartz countertops, and renovated bathrooms. Thoughtfully refreshed with modern touches, this home offers low-maintenance living in a convenient Virginia Beach location. Located near Norfolk Naval Base, shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and major commuter routes. A great opportunity to enjoy comfort, convenience, and value all in one place.

Listing courtesy of Troye Levin-Whiting · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10638685

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

1966 Darnell Drive is a 2-bed, 2.1-bath townhome-style residence in Virginia Beach, built in 1987 and spanning 1,368 square feet. It sits just three minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, making it one of the closest off-base options in the area.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1966 Darnell Drive apart is its unbeatable proximity to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story — we're talking a three-minute drive, which is genuinely rare. Add a second-floor half-bath layout across 1,368 square feet, a 1987 build that carries solid bones, and a Virginia Beach address that keeps Naval Station Norfolk within a comfortable 15-minute commute, and you have a property that checks a lot of practical boxes without compromise.

DIAMOND SPRINGS and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Darnell Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Virginia Beach's Bayside corridor, a part of the city where established neighborhoods meet everyday convenience. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and the pace feels unhurried without being remote. Virginia Beach as a whole is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast — a place where the Atlantic coastline, a thriving restaurant scene, and a strong military community all share the same zip codes. If you've ever wondered what virginia beach in december feels like, the answer is mild winters, uncrowded beaches, and a city that keeps humming year-round rather than shutting down after Labor Day. The Bayside area specifically benefits from easy access to both the Oceanfront and the Western Branch of the Lynnhaven River, and Interstate 64 is close enough to make commutes to Norfolk or the Peninsula manageable. It's a well-rounded corner of a well-rounded city.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from Darnell Drive. Grocery runs are quick — a Walmart Supercenter and a Food Lion are both within about two miles. For coffee, there's a Starbucks roughly five minutes away on Shore Drive. Pleasure House Point Natural Area is a short drive east and offers waterfront trails and kayak launches along Lynnhaven Bay. The Oceanfront boardwalk is under 20 minutes away when you want sand and surf. Pharmacies, urgent care clinics, and a solid mix of casual dining options along Shore Drive and Northampton Boulevard round out the everyday picture without requiring any highway heroics.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Three minutes to the gate at JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is hard to beat. For active-duty families, that commute window means more time at home and less time in traffic. Naval Station Norfolk is 15 minutes away, which keeps this address viable even if orders shift between installations. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout gives a small family real room to breathe.

For first-time buyers

At 1,368 square feet with two bedrooms and two and a half baths, 1966 Darnell Drive is a manageable first home that doesn't feel cramped. The 1987 build means major systems have had time to mature, and the Virginia Beach location gives you a city with genuine long-term value. If you're buying for the first time and want a low-stress commute to either Little Creek or Norfolk, this address deserves a serious look.

More buyer questions

How far is 1966 Darnell Drive from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is roughly three minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closest residential streets to that installation's main gate. It's a rare find for anyone who prioritizes a short commute.

How far is 1966 Darnell Drive from Naval Station Norfolk?

Naval Station Norfolk is approximately 15 minutes away via Interstate 64, which is well within the range most military families consider acceptable for a daily commute.

What is the flood risk situation for this address?

Virginia Beach has varied flood zone designations across its neighborhoods, and the Bayside corridor is no exception. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA designation assigned to 1966 Darnell Drive.

Is there an HOA associated with 1966 Darnell Drive?

HOA status can change between ownership cycles, so the current listing details or a title search will give you the most accurate answer — check the active listing data or ask your agent directly.

Where are the nearest grocery stores and everyday amenities?

A Walmart Supercenter and a Food Lion are both within about two miles, and a mix of pharmacies and casual dining lines Northampton Boulevard and Shore Drive nearby. Most everyday errands are a five-to-ten-minute drive.

Ready to get a closer look at 1966 Darnell Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through your next step.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1987

Price / sqft

$175

HOA fee

$260/mo

Taxes

$1,508/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10638685

HOA association includes

Ground MaintTrash Pickup

$260/mo HOA fee · Village Springs Condo Association · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,368
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
Office/Study, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
DIAMOND SPRINGS
Zoning
A18
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement, Resale Certif Req

Sources: REIN MLS record · 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 B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Lake Shores

Lake Shores is a peaceful, established lakeside community known for its serene waterfront setting, mature landscaping, and convenient highway access to shopping and services.

$471K

Median sale · 12 mo

$242

Sold $/sq ft

20d

Days on market

9

For sale now

$109K

HH income

81.7%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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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

$1,701/mo

Principal & interest

$1,245

Property tax

$126

Home insurance

$70

PMI

None

HOA

$260

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

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

$210,000 – $271,000

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.

839 Devonshire CT · 2.4 mi · 1,328 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-02
5676 Weblin Dr · 2.4 mi · 1,322 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-05
809 S Buckingham CT · 2.5 mi · 1,322 sqft$270,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$240,000

Price / Sq Ft

$175

Annual Taxes

$1,508

Monthly Tax

$126

HOA fee

$260 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.63%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 11, 2026$240,000—
Currently listed—$240,000—

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 1966 Darnell Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Bayside Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Bayside Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Bayside (GreatSchools 4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1966 Darnell 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.
Is there a gym near 1966 Darnell Dr?+
Yes — Peacock Pilates 33 is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1966 Darnell Dr?+
Diamond Springs Park is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1966 Darnell Dr?+
Dollar General is about 0.1 miles away. The closest dining on record is J. I. Sports Pub (0 mi).
Does 1966 Darnell 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 Village Springs Condo Association. Association amenities on record include: Ground Maint, Trash Pickup.
When was 1966 Darnell Dr built?+
It was built in 1987, 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 Troye Levin-Whiting · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10638685

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1966 Darnell Dr, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23455 · MLS #10638685 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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