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$255,000
3514 Bancroft Dr
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
MLS# 10640747 · PECAN GARDENS · Virginia Beach VA
Updated 3 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,587/mo
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Price / sq ft
$211
1,210 sq ft
Days on market
4
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1981
45 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,210
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryWindsor Oaks Elementary School4/10
- MiddlePlaza Middle School8/10
- 5/10
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About this home
Charming end-unit townhome in sought-after Pecan Gardens! This freshly updated home features brand-new carpet and a fresh coat of paint throughout, ready for its next owner. The living room boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace, for chilly evenings, plus a separate dining area. Fully fenced front and back yard — great for pets, gardening, or outdoor relaxing. Unbeatable location to shopping, dining, and major intersta…
Listed by Rhonda Scott · Shaffer Realty LLC
VaHome Team property overview
3514 Bancroft Drive is a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath single-family home in Virginia Beach, built in 1981 and offering 1,210 square feet of comfortable living space. It sits just minutes from NAS Oceana, making it a practical and well-located choice for military and civilian households alike.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 3514 Bancroft Drive apart is its hard-to-beat position in an established Virginia Beach neighborhood with quick access to two major military installations — NAS Oceana in roughly 7 minutes and Dam Neck Annex in about 14. The 1981 construction gives the home a solid, single-story footprint that's easy to maintain, and the 1,210-square-foot layout keeps daily life efficient without feeling cramped.
PECAN GARDENS and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Bancroft Drive sits in a quiet, established residential pocket of Virginia Beach — one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast and a community that consistently ranks among the most livable in Virginia. The surrounding streets follow a classic suburban pattern from the early 1980s: modest lots, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stick around. You're in the heart of the city's central corridor, which means you get easy access to both the oceanfront energy and the calmer, inland side of Virginia Beach without committing to either extreme. Virginia Beach blends military heritage with a strong civilian economy, a low crime profile compared to peer cities, and a genuine sense of place — from the Boardwalk to the farm fields in Pungo. The 23452 zip code puts you close to everyday retail, parks, and major roads like Virginia Beach Boulevard and Independence Boulevard, keeping commutes manageable in most directions.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Bancroft Drive. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retail cluster along Virginia Beach Boulevard and Independence Boulevard within a short drive. Lynnhaven Mall and its surrounding retail corridor are reachable in under 15 minutes for larger shopping runs. Mount Trashmore Park — one of Virginia Beach's most beloved green spaces — is just a few miles away and offers walking trails, a lake, and open fields. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront is roughly 20 minutes east, and Norfolk's downtown arts and dining scene is accessible in about 25 minutes via I-264.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
For active-duty personnel and their families, the location is genuinely hard to argue with. NAS Oceana is about 7 minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex is roughly 14 — meaning short commutes on both ends of a typical duty rotation. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the established neighborhood offers the kind of stability that matters when PCS orders eventually arrive.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 3514 Bancroft Drive offers a manageable entry point. At 1,210 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, the layout is practical without overwhelming you. The 1981 construction means the major systems are well past the new-build premium, and the central Virginia Beach location keeps your options open for work, recreation, and daily life.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 3514 Bancroft Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 7 minutes from 3514 Bancroft Drive under normal traffic conditions. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in this price range of Virginia Beach.
How far is 3514 Bancroft Drive from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is roughly 14 minutes away, making this address a practical choice for personnel assigned to either installation or splitting time between the two.
Is 3514 Bancroft Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What is the lot and home size at 3514 Bancroft Drive?
The home offers 1,210 square feet of living space across a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath layout, built in 1981 on a residential lot in the central Virginia Beach corridor.
What parks or green spaces are near 3514 Bancroft Drive?
Mount Trashmore Park is one of the closest major green spaces, just a few miles away, offering walking trails, a lake, and large open fields. Several smaller neighborhood parks are also within easy reach.
Curious whether 3514 Bancroft Drive fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through it.
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,210
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$255,000
Price / Sq Ft
$211
Annual Taxes
$2,274
Monthly Tax
$190
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.89%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 21, 2026 | $255,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $255,000 | — |
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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 every 5 minutes.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,587/moPrincipal & interest
$1,323
Property tax
$190
Home insurance
$74
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Shaffer Realty LLC · MLS# 10640747
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$255,000
3514 Bancroft DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23452
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
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