Why this home stands out
What sets 403B 16th Street apart is the rare combination of modern construction and genuine beach proximity. Built in 2013, the home skips the quirks of older coastal cottages while landing you within a short stroll of the sand, boardwalk energy, and a walkable strip of local restaurants and coffee shops that most Virginia Beach addresses can only dream about. Four bedrooms gives you real flexibility — guests, a home office, or a growing household all fit comfortably.
BEACH BOROUGH and the Virginia Beach real estate market
The 16th Street corridor sits in the heart of the Virginia Beach oceanfront district, where the neighborhood pulse is equal parts laid-back beach town and genuine urban convenience. You're close enough to hear the ocean breeze but far enough from the tourist strip to feel like a real neighborhood rather than a hotel row. Streets here are lined with a mix of newer construction and classic Virginia Beach beach houses, and neighbors tend to be a mix of longtime locals, military families, and people who simply decided life is better near the water. If you've been searching for a property for sale in Virginia Beach that puts you inside the action without sacrificing livability, this block delivers. The city itself — Virginia Beach — is the largest city in Virginia by land area, offering a full range of dining, entertainment, and employment options, all wrapped around 35 miles of Atlantic coastline that defines daily life here.
What's nearby
Daily life at 403B 16th Street is genuinely walkable. Rose's, Commune, and Lolly's Creamery are all within a tenth of a mile for dinner or a dessert run. Fathom Coffee is equally close when you need a morning start before heading out. Groceries are covered by Price Chopper, Prise's Food Mart, and Tienda Latina La Tapatia 2, each within half a mile. For fitness, Kaizen Athletics and What's Your Excuse Fitness are two-tenths of a mile out, with Oceanfront Yoga just a bit farther. Barreled Sculpture and 17th Street Park are right around the corner, and Virginia Legends Park is a short walk away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana and Dam Neck Annex are each a seven-minute drive from 403B 16th Street — a commute that's genuinely hard to beat in Hampton Roads. Four bedrooms handles deployment cycles and homecoming reunions alike, and a VA loan can make this modern 2013-built home an even more accessible path to ownership for eligible service members and veterans.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 403B 16th Street removes a lot of the usual compromises. The 2013 build means systems are relatively young, the layout is modern, and you're walking distance from coffee, food, and the beach — the kind of lifestyle that usually costs far more or requires a much longer commute in coastal Virginia Beach.
More buyer questions
How far is 403B 16th Street from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately seven minutes by car from 403B 16th Street, making this one of the more convenient off-base locations for personnel stationed there. Dam Neck Annex is also about seven minutes in the opposite direction.
What is the square footage and layout of 403B 16th Street?
The home offers 2,168 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and 2.1 bathrooms, built in 2013 with a modern floor plan that suits a range of household configurations.
How close is 403B 16th Street to the Virginia Beach oceanfront?
The address sits just blocks from the Atlantic Ocean and the Virginia Beach boardwalk, putting the beach within a short walk for everyday use rather than a special-occasion drive.
Is 403B 16th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — we recommend reviewing that information and speaking with your insurance agent before making any decisions.
Are there walkable restaurants and shops near 403B 16th Street?
Yes — Rose's, Commune, Lolly's Creamery, and Fathom Coffee are all within a tenth of a mile, and several grocery options including Price Chopper are within half a mile, making this one of the more walkable addresses in the area.
Want to walk through 403B 16th Street or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Virginia Beach market well — reach out and let's talk.
