Why this home stands out
Height changes everything here. Sitting on the 14th floor of a 1975-built mid-rise, this 1,136-square-foot condo trades the typical ground-level perspective for open sky and broad water views that shift with the light throughout the day. Two full bedrooms, two full baths, and a compact but efficient layout mean the space works hard without feeling cramped — and the elevation alone sets it apart from most Virginia Beach condos in this zip code.
HARBOUR GATE CONDOMINIUM and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Ocean Shore Avenue runs right along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline in the northern reaches of Virginia Beach, in a stretch locals know for its laid-back, water-forward lifestyle. This isn't the resort-strip energy of the Atlantic side — it's quieter, more residential, and oriented around the bay itself. Neighbors walk to the water, launch kayaks, and grab seafood on a Tuesday like it's nothing. The broader Virginia Beach community here blends year-round residents with people who discovered the area through military assignments and simply never left. Chesapeake Beach is the neighborhood anchor, and the surrounding streets feel genuinely unhurried. Virginia Beach as a city brings the full infrastructure — robust road networks, a deep network of parks and recreation facilities, and easy access to both the Atlantic and the Chesapeake — while this northern corridor keeps its own distinct, slower pace.
What's nearby
Step outside and the options stack up fast. Bubba's Seafood Restaurant, The Back Deck, and Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls are all within 0.3 miles — a genuine walkable dining lineup anchored in local seafood. The Back Deck and American Brew handle your morning coffee within half a mile, with Lynnhaven Coffee Company another short trip at 0.8 miles. For fitness, Energy In Motion is 0.5 miles out, 9Round Kickboxing Fitness at 0.7 miles, and Pleasure House Point Yoga & Wellness at 0.8 miles. Cape Henry Trail Beach Trailhead is 0.3 miles away, and both Lynnhaven Colony Park and Loch Haven Park sit at 0.5 miles. A BP station covers quick grocery runs at 0.7 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly 8 minutes away, and NAS Oceana is about 14 minutes — a commute pairing that's hard to beat in Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make condo ownership here straightforward, and the two-bedroom, two-bath layout handles a range of household sizes. When orders eventually change, this location holds its appeal for the next owner too.
For first-time buyers
A two-bed, two-bath condo on the 14th floor in Virginia Beach is a serious entry point into homeownership — and this one comes with water views and a walkable block of restaurants and parks that would cost significantly more in a single-family home nearby. At 1,136 square feet, the footprint is manageable, the maintenance responsibilities are lighter than a detached house, and the lifestyle upside is immediate.
More buyer questions
How far is 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue #1405 from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive from Unit 1405 to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story runs about 8 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential options to that installation in Virginia Beach.
What floor is unit 1405 in the building at 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue?
Unit 1405 is on the 14th floor, which positions it well above the surrounding rooflines and gives the unit its signature elevated water views over the Chesapeake Bay shoreline.
Is 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue part of an HOA?
Yes, the building operates under a condominium association — HOA governance covers the shared structure, common areas, and exterior maintenance, which is typical for mid-rise condo buildings in Virginia Beach.
What is the flood zone status for 3300 Ocean Shore Avenue?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check there for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
How far is unit 1405 from the nearest beach or water access?
The Cape Henry Trail Beach Trailhead is about 0.3 miles from the building, and the property itself sits directly along the Ocean Shore Avenue bayfront corridor, putting Chesapeake Bay water access within easy walking distance.
Want to see the 14th-floor perspective in person or talk through VA loan options for this Virginia Beach condo? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan — they know this corridor well.
