Why this home stands out
What sets this 14th-floor unit apart is the combination of elevation and location. Built in 1975, the building has the kind of solid mid-century bones that newer high-rises can't replicate, and the address itself sits at the intersection of everyday convenience and genuine coastal living. You're not near the beach — you're at it, with restaurants, trails, and coffee shops all within a short walk from your front door.
HARBOUR GATE CONDOMINIUM and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Ocean Shore Avenue sits in the northern stretch of Virginia Beach, where the Chesapeake Bay meets the Atlantic approach and the neighborhood has a laid-back, year-round residential feel rather than a seasonal resort vibe. This part of Virginia Beach draws people who want proximity to the water without the crowds of the Oceanfront strip. The surrounding blocks are a mix of single-family homes, low-rise condos, and waterfront properties — a community that feels established and grounded. Virginia Beach as a city offers one of the most livable coastlines on the East Coast, with a strong job market, no state income tax on military pay, and a pace that balances outdoor recreation with urban access. Getting around is straightforward — you're minutes from Shore Drive, which connects you east toward Fort Story and west toward the Lesner Bridge and beyond.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy here. Bubba's Seafood Restaurant, Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls, and The Back Deck are all within a third of a mile — walkable dinner options that feel like a perk rather than a coincidence. The Back Deck also doubles as a coffee stop, and American Brew and Lynnhaven Coffee Company are both under a mile away. For fitness, Energy In Motion, 9Round Kickboxing Fitness, and Pleasure House Point Yoga & Wellness are all close by. Cape Henry Trail Beach Trailhead is just 0.3 miles out, with Lynnhaven Colony Park and Loch Haven Park both reachable in about ten minutes on foot.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and fourteen to NAS Oceana makes 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue a practical choice for active-duty households. A VA loan can make this kind of coastal address more accessible than many expect, and the two-bedroom, two-bath layout gives you real flexibility — whether that's a dedicated home office or space for family visiting from out of town.
For first-time buyers
If you've been looking for a way into Virginia Beach's coastal real estate market, a two-bedroom condo at this address is a compelling entry point. The 1,136-square-foot layout is manageable without feeling cramped, the building is established, and the location — walkable to restaurants, trails, and coffee — means you're buying into a lifestyle as much as a home. A VA loan could make the numbers work better than you'd think.
More buyer questions
How far is 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in Virginia Beach.
How far is unit 1405 from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly 14 minutes by car from 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue, a manageable commute for personnel stationed there.
Is 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue in a flood zone?
Given its coastal location in Virginia Beach, flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this address.
What is the square footage of unit 1405 at 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue?
The unit is 1,136 square feet with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, laid out in a building constructed in 1975.
Are there walkable restaurants and amenities near 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue?
Yes — Bubba's Seafood Restaurant, Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls, and The Back Deck are all within 0.3 miles, and Cape Henry Trail Beach Trailhead is the same distance for outdoor access.
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