Why this home stands out
Built in 1925, 412 26th Street carries the kind of architectural bones that newer construction simply cannot replicate — generous room proportions, a floor plan that has stood the test of a hundred years, and a half-bath that keeps daily life practical. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths across 2,180 square feet give you real flexibility: a home office, a guest room, and still room to breathe. The location seals it — groceries, coffee, parks, and the oceanfront are all within a short walk.
BEACH BOROUGH and the Virginia Beach real estate market
The 23451 zip code is the heartbeat of the Virginia Beach resort strip, and 26th Street sits right in the thick of it. This block is close enough to the oceanfront energy to feel alive year-round, yet far enough from Atlantic Avenue to stay genuinely residential. Neighbors walk to the beach on a Tuesday morning, grab coffee at Daybreak Coffee on the way back, and still make it to work on time. The street has the kind of lived-in, mixed-era character you find in neighborhoods that were built before master-planned subdivisions became the norm — 1920s cottages alongside mid-century bungalows, all within a few blocks of the water. Virginia Beach as a city wraps this address in a full suite of services, a robust park system, and a coastal identity that draws people from across the country. Among homes for sale in Virginia Beach, properties in this zip code with pre-war bones are genuinely rare.
What's nearby
Daily errands are almost absurdly convenient here. Price Chopper is 0.1 miles away, and Harris Teeter is just 0.4 miles out — so a grocery run rarely requires a car. When you want to eat out, Mo'Bettas and Cajun Seafood & Bar are both within a block, and Freedom Food Mart #7 covers quick bites and coffee in the same stop. Daybreak Coffee and Mosaic Cafe Restaurant are both within a 0.2-mile radius for slower mornings. For green space, 24th Street Park and Naval Aviation Monument Park are both under 0.4 miles away, and Season for Nonviolence Parklet is a pleasant three-block stroll.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is seven minutes from the front door, and Dam Neck Annex is nine — short enough that a lunch run home is realistic. VA loan eligibility pairs well with a century-old home that has real square footage: four bedrooms handle PCS moves with kids in tow, and the walkable location means one car can cover most daily needs. Families comparing Virginia Beach homes for sale near the base will find this zip code consistently competitive.
For buyers drawn to character
If you have ever walked through a 1925 home and felt something that a 2015 build simply does not deliver, 412 26th Street will resonate. The year built is not a liability here — it is the whole point. Nearly a century of structural history, a block from the Atlantic, in a zip code where homes for sale in 23451 with genuine pre-war character come up rarely. This is the kind of address that people hold onto for decades.
More buyer questions
How far is 412 26th Street from NAS Oceana?
The drive from 412 26th Street to NAS Oceana is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to the base.
How far is 412 26th Street from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is about nine minutes by car from 412 26th Street, a straightforward commute along the Virginia Beach corridor.
What school zone does 412 26th Street fall in?
Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for First Colonial High School and homes for sale zoned for Cooke Elementary School should verify current attendance boundaries directly with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, as zone lines can be redrawn.
Is 412 26th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult FEMA's current flood maps for the most accurate designation.
Are there HOA fees associated with 412 26th Street?
This property does not appear to be governed by a mandatory homeowners association, though you should confirm with current ownership or a title search before closing.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this zip code inside and out — reach out to schedule a walkthrough or get your questions answered before the next step.
