408 52nd St, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

Why this home stands out

Homes from the 1930s with close to 2,800 square feet are genuinely rare in Virginia Beach — most of the era's stock runs much smaller. What you get here is generous room count, architectural bones that newer construction simply can't replicate, and a location that puts the ocean, dining, and two military installations all within a short drive. That combination is hard to find at any price point in this zip code.

NORTH END VA. BEACH and the Virginia Beach real estate market

The 52nd Street corridor sits in the northern reaches of the Virginia Beach oceanfront district — close enough to feel the energy of the coast, far enough from the resort strip to keep things quieter on a Tuesday morning. Streets here are lined with a mix of vintage cottages and larger homes, many of which have been in families for generations. It's the kind of block where neighbors wave from front porches and weekend mornings smell like salt air. Virginia Beach itself is one of the largest cities by land area in the country, yet this pocket of it has a genuine neighborhood feel. The city's parks, trails, and beachfront are all close by, and the broader resort area means you're never far from something worth doing — whether that's a long walk on the sand or a sit-down dinner without a reservation.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Surf Club Ocean Grille and Surf Beach Club are both within 0.4 miles, making a beach afternoon followed by dinner almost effortless. Buff's Garden and Bay Colony Park are close enough to walk to on a whim. When you want a proper sit-down meal, Becca Restaurant & Garden and the Hunt Room are both under a mile away. We Scream Ice Cream and Coffee Shop handles the morning coffee run at 0.8 miles, and a 7-Eleven covers those quick grab-and-go moments at 1.0 mile. AREOM Studio at 0.9 miles keeps the fitness routine intact without a long commute.

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