Why this home stands out
At 2,525 square feet, this 1985-built condo delivers room that most condos simply can't match — three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and space to spread out without the yard work of a detached home. Ocean Park is one of the quieter pockets along Shore Drive, close enough to the water to feel it in the air, yet far enough from the tourist corridor to feel genuinely residential. That combination is harder to find than it looks.
OCEAN PARK and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Ocean Park sits along the northern edge of Virginia Beach where Shore Drive hugs the Chesapeake Bay shoreline. It's a low-key, established neighborhood with a strong sense of place — tree-lined streets, water views around corners you don't expect, and neighbors who tend to stick around. People who discover homes in va beach along this stretch often say it feels like a different city than the oceanfront resort strip, and they're right. The vibe here is more kayak-at-sunrise than boardwalk-at-midnight. Virginia Beach is the most populous city in Virginia, and Ocean Park gives you access to all of it — the parks, the trails, the dining scene — while keeping a neighborhood-first feel. Lynnhaven Inlet is close, the Chesapeake Bay is closer, and the overall pace along Shore Drive is one of the things long-term residents cite most when asked why they stay.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 3556 Shore Drive. Jose Tequilas Cocina Mexicana is 0.1 miles away, Froggie's and Bucketheads Beach Grill are both within 0.2 miles, and American Brew is right there for your morning coffee. Loch Haven Park is a 0.2-mile walk, and Pleasure House Point Natural Area — a 153-acre preserved waterfront park — is just 0.4 miles out. If you want to move your body, Pleasure House Point Yoga & Wellness, Sculpt Sweat, and Energy In Motion are all within a mile. The Cape Henry Trail Beach Trailhead is 0.7 miles away for longer outdoor adventures.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly 7 minutes from the front door, and NAS Oceana is about 14 minutes — both without getting on a highway. That kind of commute math matters when schedules shift and duty calls early. A VA loan can make a property like this very accessible, and the extra square footage means room for a home office, a guest room, or space for family visiting on leave.
For families upgrading
Two thousand five hundred square feet is real room — enough for three bedrooms, a dedicated space for homework or hobbies, and room to host without rearranging furniture. Ocean Park's proximity to Loch Haven Park and Pleasure House Point Natural Area means kids have genuine outdoor space within walking distance. If you've been in a smaller place and feel the walls closing in, this address offers a meaningful step up in everyday comfort.
More buyer questions
How far is 3556 Shore Drive #1001 from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 7 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses for personnel stationed there. NAS Oceana is about 14 minutes in the other direction.
What is the Ocean Park neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?
Ocean Park is a well-established residential neighborhood along Shore Drive on the Chesapeake Bay side of Virginia Beach. It has a quieter, community-oriented character compared to the oceanfront resort areas, with access to waterfront parks, local restaurants, and trails within walking distance.
Is 3556 Shore Drive #1001 part of an HOA?
Yes, as a condo property it is subject to a condominium association — your agent can provide current documents including bylaws, meeting minutes, and budget disclosures as part of the due diligence process.
What is the flood zone status for this address?
Properties along Shore Drive in Virginia Beach vary in flood zone designation — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the FEMA flood zone specific to this address, and discuss flood insurance options with your agent and insurer.
How walkable is the area around 3556 Shore Drive in Virginia Beach?
Very walkable for a suburban Virginia Beach address — restaurants, a coffee shop, a yoga studio, and two parks are all within half a mile, and Pleasure House Point Natural Area is reachable on foot in under 10 minutes.
Want to know more about 3556 Shore Drive #1001 or Ocean Park? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of Shore Drive well — reach out and let's talk.
