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3452 Head River RD, VIRGINIA BEACH VA 23457 - Main photo
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$300,000
62days on market

3452 Head River Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23457

ActiveLand and Farms · BLACKWATER

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Great opportunity to build your dream home on a beautiful 1-acre wooded lot in the quiet countryside of Virginia Beach. Surrounded by mature trees, this property offers privacy, space, and endless potential. An older home currently sits on the lot and is being sold as-is, making this an ideal tear-down and redevelopment opportunity. Enjoy the peaceful setting of rural living while remaining just 10 minutes from shopping, restaurants, and everyday conveniences. Whether you're looking to build a custom residence, invest, or create a private retreat, this spacious homesite provides the perfect canvas. Don't miss the chance to own a slice of country living with the convenience of city amenities nearby.

Listing courtesy of Douglas Kellam · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10637858

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

3452 Head River Road sits on a rare parcel of land in Virginia Beach's far southern reaches, where Blackwater Park borders the property and wide-open space defines the character. If you've been searching for elbow room and a genuine connection to nature, this address delivers exactly that.

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Why this home stands out

Land this close to the Blackwater Creek corridor in Virginia Beach is genuinely hard to come by. The property sits at the edge of Blackwater Park, giving you immediate access to one of the city's most peaceful natural areas without sacrificing your proximity to the broader Hampton Roads region. Whether you're envisioning a custom build, agricultural use, or simply a private retreat, the canvas here is wide open and the setting is unlike anything a typical subdivision lot can offer.

BLACKWATER and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Head River Road traces through the deep southwestern corner of Virginia Beach — a part of the city that feels worlds away from the resort strip and the dense suburban grid closer to the oceanfront. This is Virginia Beach at its most rural, where working farms, wooded parcels, and creek-fed lowlands define the landscape. The surrounding area carries a quiet, unhurried character that's increasingly rare inside city limits. Virginia Beach itself is the largest city by land area in the contiguous United States, and this corner of it reflects that scale — you genuinely have room to breathe. Despite the rural feel, you're still within the city's jurisdiction, which means access to city services and infrastructure without sacrificing the open-land lifestyle. It's a compelling combination that draws buyers who want space, privacy, and a slower pace while staying connected to everything Hampton Roads has to offer.

What's nearby

Blackwater Park is essentially at your doorstep — a natural area that offers trails, wildlife habitat, and the kind of quiet outdoor access that most Virginia Beach addresses can't claim. Beyond the immediate surroundings, the broader Pungo and Blackwater corridor has a handful of farm stands and local businesses that reflect the agricultural roots of this part of the city. The drive into more commercial areas takes you north toward Pungo Village, where you'll find grocery options, dining, and everyday conveniences. It's a trade-off that buyers in this area consciously make — a longer drive to the store in exchange for a setting that's genuinely one of a kind.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 23 minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex sits roughly 29 minutes to the northeast — both manageable commutes from this address. A VA loan can be a powerful tool for financing a land purchase or future construction here, and the space this parcel offers is something military families who've lived in tight base-adjacent neighborhoods often find deeply appealing.

For buyers drawn to character

If a standard subdivision lot has never felt like enough, 3452 Head River Road speaks your language. Bordered by Blackwater Park and set in the rural southwestern reaches of Virginia Beach, this parcel is for buyers who want to build something intentional — a custom home, a small farm, or simply a private piece of land that reflects a different set of priorities than the typical suburban purchase.

More buyer questions

How far is 3452 Head River Road from Dam Neck Annex?

Dam Neck Annex is approximately 29 minutes northeast of the property, making it a workable commute for personnel stationed there. Route options through Virginia Beach's southern corridor keep the drive straightforward.

What can land at 3452 Head River Road be used for?

Virginia Beach's far southwestern zone supports a range of land uses including residential construction, agricultural activity, and conservation — but you'll want to confirm the current zoning classification with the City of Virginia Beach's Department of Planning and Community Development before making decisions.

Is 3452 Head River Road in a flood zone?

Given the property's proximity to Blackwater Creek and the surrounding lowland corridor, flood zone status is an important consideration — check the FEMA Flood Map Service Center and the separate FloodRisk tile on this page for current designation details.

Where is the nearest grocery store to 3452 Head River Road?

The closest grocery options are located north of the property in the Pungo area, roughly a 10-to-15-minute drive — this is part of the rural character that defines this corner of Virginia Beach.

Does 3452 Head River Road have access to city utilities?

Utility availability for rural parcels in this part of Virginia Beach varies — you'll want to verify water, sewer, and electric service connections directly with the city and relevant utility providers before planning any development.

Curious about what's possible at 3452 Head River Road? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through your vision for the property.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,600/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

MLS #

10637858

Construction & exterior

Fencing
Partial

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Electric, Septic, Well

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.0000
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
BLACKWATER
Zoning
AG2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

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Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Blackwater

Blackwater is the rural, agricultural heart of southern Virginia Beach, sitting near the North Carolina line along the banks of the North Landing River in ZIP 23457.

$850K

Median sale · 12 mo

$274

Sold $/sq ft

46d

Days on market

14

For sale now

$115K

HH income

84.7%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,861/mo

Principal & interest

$1,557

Property tax

$217

Home insurance

$88

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

112% of $267,900

City assessment record · taxes $2,600/yr

Land share of assessed value

62% — $166,500

Improvements $101,400 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$300,000

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$2,600

Monthly Tax

$217

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.87%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 3, 2026$300,000—
Currently listed—$300,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

12% above assessment

Total Assessed

$267,900

Land

$166,500

Improvement

$101,400

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

62 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3452 Head River Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Creeds Elementary (GreatSchools 8/10), Princess Anne Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Kellam (GreatSchools 9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3452 Head River Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Are there parks near 3452 Head River Rd?+
Blackwater Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Does 3452 Head River Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Douglas Kellam · EXP Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10637858

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3452 Head River Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23457 · MLS #10637858 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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