3 days on market
$2,500,000
2228 Sandfiddler Rd
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
MLS# 10637130 · SANDBRIDGE BEACH · Virginia Beach VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$15,311/mo
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Price / sq ft
$1606
1,557 sq ft
Days on market
3
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1965
61 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,557
Garage
No
About this home
Welcome to this historic and iconic cottage designed by acclaimed architect Lewis Rightmier. The home reflects his signature philosophy of flowing spaces, relaxed coastal living and warm, family-centered design. This beloved oceanfront retreat is ready for new owners to carry on the tradition of living large in a charming cottage by the sea. This is a simple house with 2.5 million dollar view. Offered as-is, the pric…
Listed by Christopher Dennis · Sandbridge Coastal Real Estate
VaHome Team property overview
A four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1965 on Sandfiddler Road puts you less than a mile from the Atlantic in Virginia Beach's quiet Sandbridge corridor — with Dam Neck Annex five minutes away and the kind of low-key coastal lifestyle that's genuinely hard to find.
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Why this home stands out
Sandfiddler Road sits at the southern edge of Virginia Beach where the city thins out into barrier island calm. At 1,557 square feet across four bedrooms, this 1965 home gives you real living space without the density of the resort strip. The lot is your breathing room; the beach access point is under a mile away. It's a rare address that feels removed from the noise while still being minutes from a major military installation.
SANDBRIDGE BEACH and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Sandbridge is one of Virginia Beach's best-kept geographic secrets — a slender strip of land flanked by the Atlantic Ocean to the east and Heron Ridge to the west, far south of the Atlantic Avenue crowds. The pace here is genuinely different. Neighbors tend to know each other, traffic is light on most days, and the shoreline feels like it belongs to the people who actually live here rather than the summer weekend rush. Virginia Beach as a city offers year-round depth that surprises people who only know it as a summer destination — if you've ever searched for things to do in virginia beach in the winter, Sandbridge's quiet beaches, nearby wildlife refuges, and the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge just to the south answer that question well. The city's broader amenities — Town Center, the Oceanfront boardwalk, major retail corridors along Dam Neck and Holland Roads — are all accessible without being on your doorstep. Sandbridge gives you the best version of coastal Virginia Beach living: present enough to enjoy everything, far enough away to actually exhale.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are simpler than you'd expect for a location this close to the water. Sandbridge Seaside Market is about a mile away and covers your grocery basics without a long drive. When you want a quick meal, Zeros Subs is under a mile out and Sandbridge Island Restaurant is right in the same stretch — solid options for a casual lunch or a low-key dinner. The Public Beach Access Point is only 0.8 miles away, meaning a morning walk to the ocean is a realistic part of your daily routine, not a weekend event. Dam Neck Annex is five minutes by car, and NAS Oceana is roughly thirteen minutes north.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is a five-minute drive from Sandfiddler Road — about as close as you can get while still living in a real neighborhood rather than on-base housing. NAS Oceana is thirteen minutes north. If you're using a VA loan, this location makes the math straightforward: short commute, four bedrooms for a growing family, and a coastal address that holds its appeal across multiple tours.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and two full baths in a quiet, low-traffic corridor near the beach is a combination that's harder to find than it sounds. The 1965 construction means solid bones and a lot size that gives kids actual outdoor space. You're under a mile from beach access, and the surrounding Sandbridge area has the kind of neighborhood feel — low density, familiar faces — that makes the upgrade feel worth it.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 2228 Sandfiddler Rd from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately five minutes by car from 2228 Sandfiddler Rd, making it one of the closest off-base residential streets to the installation. The route is straightforward with no major congestion points.
How far is 2228 Sandfiddler Rd from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly thirteen minutes north of Sandfiddler Road under normal traffic conditions, accessible via Dam Neck Road and connecting routes.
Is 2228 Sandfiddler Rd in a flood zone?
Sandbridge sits on a barrier island landform and portions of the area carry flood zone designations — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone classification for this parcel.
What is the Sandbridge area of Virginia Beach like as a neighborhood?
Sandbridge is a low-density, residential coastal corridor in the southern part of Virginia Beach, separated from the busy resort strip by several miles. It has a quieter, community-oriented character with direct proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 2228 Sandfiddler Rd?
Sandbridge Seaside Market is approximately one mile from the address and serves as the primary nearby grocery option for Sandfiddler Road residents.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out to get a straight answer on what Sandfiddler Road looks like for your situation.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,557
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$2,500,000
Price / Sq Ft
$1606
Annual Taxes
$19,317
Monthly Tax
$1,610
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.77%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 29, 2026 | $2,500,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $2,500,000 | — |
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About buying in Virginia Beach
Homes for sale in Virginia Beach, VA span every price point and lifestyle — from oceanfront condos along the famous Boardwalk to sprawling waterfront estates on the Lynnhaven River and Linkhorn Bay. As the largest city in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach offers an unusually varied real estate market: established family neighborhoods in Great Neck (ZIP 23454), golf-course communities in Kempsville (23464), modern townhomes near Town Center (23462), and beach-cottage living along Sandbridge (23456). Whether you're searching for a starter home under $300K, a family home in a top-rated school district, or a luxury property north of $2 million, the active MLS inventory updates daily here. Buyer demand stays strong year-round, driven by Virginia Beach's mild coastal climate, the consistently top-ranked Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Kempsville High, Floyd E. Kellam High, Princess Anne High, and Cox High among them), and the city's role as home to Naval Air Station Oceana — the largest master jet base in the country. Military families relocating here through PCS orders make up a meaningful share of buyers, and VA loan financing is widely used. First-time buyers gravitate toward the inland ZIPs (23464, 23456, 23452), while second-home and luxury buyers tend toward 23451 (Oceanfront/North End) and 23454 (Great Neck/Bay Colony). Below you'll find every active Virginia Beach home for sale pulled live from the REIN MLS and refreshed hourly.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$15,311/moPrincipal & interest
$12,972
Property tax
$1,610
Home insurance
$729
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Sandbridge Coastal Real Estate · MLS# 10637130
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$2,500,000
2228 Sandfiddler RD, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
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