Why this home stands out
An eighth-floor condo on Shore Drive is a different kind of Virginia Beach address. Built in 1985 and sitting right along the bay corridor, Unit 801 gives you elevated water views, a generous 1,515-square-foot floor plan, and two full baths — all within a short drive of two major military installations. The Shore Drive stretch is one of the most sought-after pockets in the city, and a unit at this height delivers the kind of perspective that ground-level properties simply can't match.
OCEAN PARK and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Shore Drive is the spine of Virginia Beach's bay-side living — a four-lane boulevard that connects the Chesapeake Bay waterfront to the broader city, lined with parks, local restaurants, and a relaxed coastal energy that feels genuinely different from the oceanfront tourist strip. The corridor around 3556 Shore Drive sits in the northern stretch of Virginia Beach, where the bay is close enough to feel like a daily presence rather than a weekend destination. Pleasure House Point Natural Area is just down the road, offering trails and water access that draw kayakers, birders, and anyone who simply wants to be outside. The neighborhood has a loyal, long-term community feel — people tend to stay here once they arrive. Virginia Beach as a whole gives you the infrastructure of a large city (the largest city in Virginia by population) with a coastline lifestyle woven into everyday routines. From this address, you're connected to the bay, the beach, and two major bases without fighting for it.
What's nearby
Daily life from 3556 Shore Drive is genuinely convenient. Froggie's is a two-minute walk, Bucketheads Beach Grill and Jose Tequilas Cocina Mexicana are both under a quarter mile, and American Brew is your closest coffee stop at 0.3 miles. The Back Deck offers another solid café option at 0.7 miles. For fitness, Pleasure House Point Yoga & Wellness and Sculpt Sweat are both within half a mile. Loch Haven Park and Pleasure House Point Natural Area give you green space and waterfront access nearby, and TASTE handles grocery runs less than a mile away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and fourteen to NAS Oceana makes 3556 Shore Drive #801 a practical choice for military households. A VA loan can make a condo purchase like this straightforward, and the Shore Drive location keeps commute stress low whether you're heading to Little Creek or Oceana. Two bedrooms, two baths, and over 1,500 square feet gives a family real room to spread out.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership and want a Virginia Beach address that delivers lifestyle alongside square footage, Unit 801 checks a lot of boxes. At 1,515 square feet with two bedrooms and two full baths, it's a real home — not a starter compromise. The Shore Drive location means walkable restaurants, parks, and bay views are part of the package from day one, and a VA loan may be an option if you qualify.
More buyer questions
How far is 3556 Shore Drive #801 from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately seven minutes, making this one of the closer Virginia Beach addresses to Little Creek's main gate. Shore Drive runs directly toward the base, so the commute is straightforward with minimal turns.
How far is 3556 Shore Drive #801 from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly 14 minutes by car from this address. The route is primarily surface streets through Virginia Beach's north end.
What floor is Unit 801 on, and are there water views?
Unit 801 is on the eighth floor of the building at 3556 Shore Drive, positioned along the Chesapeake Bay corridor in Virginia Beach. Elevated units in this building are known for bay-facing views.
Is there an HOA at 3556 Shore Drive?
Yes, this is a condominium property and an HOA is in place. You'll want to review the current HOA documents for details on what's covered and any community rules.
Is 3556 Shore Drive #801 in a flood zone?
Shore Drive properties sit close to the Chesapeake Bay, so flood zone status is an important detail to verify. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation for this specific unit.
Want to know more about 3556 Shore Drive #801 or the Shore Drive corridor? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.
