Why this home stands out
What sets 3701 Arthur Ave apart is its combination of compact, manageable square footage and an exceptionally walkable pocket of Virginia Beach. Three parks are within a quarter to half mile, a full recreation center is steps away, and two grocery options land under a mile. For a 1970s-era home, the lot and layout offer a solid foundation — the kind of place where you can settle in and make it your own without overextending.
PECAN GARDENS and the Virginia Beach real estate market
3701 Arthur Ave sits in a quiet residential stretch of Virginia Beach near the Bow Creek corridor — a part of the city that often flies under the radar but delivers real everyday convenience. The surrounding streets are lined with single-family homes from the same era, giving the area a consistent, established character. Neighbors tend to put down roots here, and the proximity to Bow Creek Recreation Center adds a genuine community anchor just around the corner. Virginia Beach itself is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast — home to over 450,000 residents, 35 miles of Atlantic coastline, and a robust military presence that shapes much of the local economy and culture. The city's western side, where Arthur Ave sits, offers shorter commutes and lower traffic compared to the Oceanfront corridors, while still keeping you within reach of everything the broader Virginia Beach area has to offer.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are easy from 3701 Arthur Ave. ALDI and a BP station are both under a mile for quick grocery runs, and Dollar General is right there too. Hungry? McDonald's and Wendy's are within a half mile, and Hot Pot 757 & Korean BBQ at Chimney Hill is a fun dinner option just 0.5 miles away. Coffee is covered by Bodega Cafe or a quick stop at 7-Eleven, both nearby. For fitness, Powerhouse Boxing and Kickboxing, Body Matrixx By Jewrell, and Bow Creek Recreation Center are all within half a mile. Hannibal Street Neighborhood Arboretum, Lineberry Park, and Pecan Gardens Park round out the outdoor options — all under 0.5 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is eight minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex is about fifteen — making 3701 Arthur Ave a practical choice for active-duty households tired of long commutes. A VA loan can make the path to ownership straightforward, and the home's manageable size keeps maintenance realistic during deployments or PCS transitions.
For first-time buyers
At 1,404 square feet across three bedrooms, 3701 Arthur Ave is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to live comfortably without taking on more than you need. The established neighborhood, walkable parks, and close-in location in Virginia Beach give you a stable foundation to build equity from day one.
More buyer questions
How far is 3701 Arthur Ave from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 8 minutes by car from 3701 Arthur Ave, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in Virginia Beach. Dam Neck Annex is roughly 15 minutes away.
What is the square footage and layout of 3701 Arthur Ave?
The home offers 1,404 square feet with three bedrooms and one and a half baths, built in 1973 as a single-family residential property.
Are there parks near 3701 Arthur Ave?
Yes — Hannibal Street Neighborhood Arboretum is just 0.3 miles away, with Lineberry Park and Pecan Gardens Park both within 0.4 miles, giving you multiple green spaces within easy walking distance.
Is 3701 Arthur Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA mapping data for the property.
Does 3701 Arthur Ave have a garage?
Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing documents or a walkthrough — the FloorPlan and Features sections of this page will reflect the most accurate information.
Curious whether 3701 Arthur Ave fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
