Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the rare combination of proximity and practicality. Three minutes to NAS Oceana means short commutes and more time at home. The surrounding half-mile delivers groceries, coffee, fitness studios, and quick-serve dining on foot — an everyday convenience most Virginia Beach addresses simply can't match. Add Gatewood Park steps away, and this location quietly outperforms its zip code.
GATEWOOD PARK and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Potters Road sits in a well-established pocket of Virginia Beach where residential streets transition smoothly into everyday amenities. The area has a lived-in, unpretentious character — mature lots, accessible streets, and a genuine mix of neighbors who tend to stay put. When people search for houses virginia beach that balance military-base access with walkable conveniences, this corridor consistently earns a second look. Virginia Beach itself is one of the largest cities by land area in the country, which means neighborhoods feel distinct from one another rather than blending into suburban sameness. This part of the city sits comfortably inland from the oceanfront crowds while still being a reasonable drive to the beach, Town Center, and the broader amenities the city offers. Chesapeake Bay access, state parks, and a robust dining and arts scene are all within reach. It's a city that rewards knowing which zip code fits your lifestyle — and 23454 makes a strong case.
What's nearby
Gatewood Park is 0.1 miles away — close enough for a morning walk before coffee. Speaking of coffee, Starbucks and Dunkin' are both within half a mile, as is a 7-Eleven for quick stops. Pollard's Chicken and Hardee's handle fast weeknight dinners, and the grocery situation is genuinely diverse: American Asian Food Market, Tienda Mundo Latino, and 中国小超市 are all within five minutes on foot. For fitness, HardCharger Coaching, Anabo, and Pilates-4-Virginia Beach give you real options without driving across town. Point O' Woods Park and Eureka Park round out the green space within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is three minutes away — that's not an exaggeration. For active-duty personnel and their families, that kind of gate-to-driveway time is genuinely rare. Dam Neck Annex is about ten minutes out, making this address workable for dual-military households too. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward, and the location holds its value across PCS cycles.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, location risk matters as much as the house itself — and 2223 Potters Rd checks the location box hard. Walkable errands, a park at the corner, and a short drive to NAS Oceana create a foundation that's easy to build a life around. The 2005 build year means you're not inheriting a renovation project, and 1,640 square feet gives you room to grow into.
More buyer questions
How far is 2223 Potters Rd from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately three minutes by car from 2223 Potters Rd — one of the closest residential addresses to the base in Virginia Beach. That proximity is a consistent draw for active-duty personnel stationed there.
How far is 2223 Potters Rd from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is roughly ten minutes south, making this address a practical option for personnel assigned there as well as those at NAS Oceana.
What parks are near 2223 Potters Rd?
Gatewood Park is just 0.1 miles away — essentially at the end of the block. Point O' Woods Park and Eureka Park are both under a mile, giving you solid outdoor options without leaving the neighborhood.
Is 2223 Potters Rd in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
What grocery stores are walkable from 2223 Potters Rd?
Three grocery options — American Asian Food Market, Tienda Mundo Latino, and 中国小超市 — are all within half a mile, making this one of the more walkable addresses for everyday shopping in this part of Virginia Beach.
Tom and Dariya Milan know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your situation — military move, first purchase, or anything in between.
