Why this home stands out
Nearly 5,000 square feet of living space is genuinely rare in this price tier of Virginia Beach, and six bedrooms gives you the flexibility most homes simply can't match — whether that means dedicated guest rooms, a home office, a gym, or a playroom that actually stays separate from the rest of the house. Built in 2005, the bones are solid and the floor plan is designed for real life at scale.
LAGOMAR and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Rio Rancho Drive sits in the southwestern reaches of Virginia Beach, a part of the city that trades the oceanfront buzz for quieter residential streets and larger lots. This corner of Virginia Beach has a settled, established feel — mature landscaping, low through-traffic, and neighbors who tend to put down roots. Virginia Beach as a whole is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast: a diverse economy, a strong military presence, and a coastline that draws people from across the country. If you've been browsing open houses Virginia Beach has to offer, you already know how much variety exists across the city's many distinct neighborhoods. This area leans toward the spacious and suburban, with easy access to the major corridors that connect you to employment hubs, shopping, and the shore. The 23456 zip code is consistently popular with families and military households alike, and it's easy to see why — you get genuine square footage, manageable commutes, and a community that feels grounded.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from Rio Rancho Drive. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retail are all within a short drive along the Princess Anne Road and Holland Road corridors. Several local parks and recreational trails are accessible nearby, giving kids and active adults room to move. The Virginia Beach Farmers Market is a short hop away for weekend produce runs. Dining ranges from casual family spots to sit-down restaurants, all within ten to fifteen minutes. The oceanfront and Sandbridge Beach are both reachable in under thirty minutes, making weekend beach days a genuine part of life here rather than an occasional road trip.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is five minutes from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you'll find anywhere in Virginia Beach for personnel stationed there. NAS Oceana is ten minutes out, opening up options for dual-military households. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than you might expect, and six bedrooms means you'll have room to grow without outgrowing the house.
For families upgrading
If your current home has everyone on top of each other, 2276 Rio Rancho Drive is the answer. Six bedrooms and four full baths across nearly 5,000 square feet means every family member gets real space — not just a corner of a shared room. There's room for a dedicated home office, a proper guest suite, and still have bedrooms left over. This is the kind of house you buy once and stop thinking about square footage forever.
More buyer questions
How far is 2276 Rio Rancho Drive from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately five minutes from the property under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in Virginia Beach.
How far is 2276 Rio Rancho Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly ten minutes away, a commute that works well for personnel stationed there and is particularly convenient for dual-military households.
What is the square footage of 2276 Rio Rancho Drive?
The home measures 4,963 square feet of living space, spread across six bedrooms and four bathrooms — one of the larger floor plans available in this part of Virginia Beach.
Is 2276 Rio Rancho Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which reflects the most current FEMA map data for this address.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase 2276 Rio Rancho Drive?
Yes — as a single-family residential property, 2276 Rio Rancho Drive is generally eligible for VA loan financing, which can be a strong option for qualifying military buyers and veterans.
Want to walk through 2276 Rio Rancho Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set up a visit.
