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4beds
2.1baths
2,152sqft
63days on market

421 Cronin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452

ActiveResidential · built 1958 · BIRCHWOOD GARDENS

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1958

Price / sqft

$186

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,095/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

MLS #

10646535

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,152
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range

Construction & exterior

Style
Split-Level
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2399
Subdivision
BIRCHWOOD GARDENS
Zoning
R75
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Short/Comp Sale

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully cared-for home in the heart of Virginia Beach, where comfort and functionality come together. Rich wood flooring extends throughout the main level, creating a warm and inviting feel. The bright, open-concept layout is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, generous counter space, and stainless steel appliances, seamlessly connecting to the dining and living areas for effortless gatherings. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a private en-suite bathroom, while two additional bedrooms and a full hall bath provide plenty of room for family or guests. The lower level adds exceptional flexibility with a large bonus room, a fourth bedroom, and a dedicated home office complete with custom built-in shelving. An oversized utility room provides ample storage and added convenience. Step outside to your own backyard retreat, designed for entertaining and relaxation. Enjoy the expansive raised patio, covered outdoor living area, and mounted outdoor TV, creating the perfect setting for game days, cookouts, or peaceful evenings with family and friends.

Listing courtesy of Jarrett Caldwell · KW Coastal Virginia Chesapeake · REIN MLS #10646535

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 421 Cronin Road—a four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1958 with 2,152 square feet of comfortable living space. You're just nine minutes from NAS Oceana and surrounded by everyday conveniences. This Virginia Beach property sits in a walkable neighborhood with quick access to shops, gyms, and parks.

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Why this home stands out

Built in the late 1950s, this home carries classic mid-century character while offering a practical four-bedroom layout. The 2.1-bath setup serves the household well, and the lot gives you room to breathe. Location is the real draw: you're minutes from both NAS Oceana and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, with coffee shops, groceries, and fitness options steps away. Daily life is easy here.

BIRCHWOOD GARDENS and the Virginia Beach real estate market

This corner of Virginia Beach hums with everyday activity. The streets around Cronin Road are lined with established homes and local businesses—the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23452. You'll find Dollar General and Food Lion within walking distance, plus coffee spots like Leena and My Vegan Sweet Tooth just down the road. Fitness options abound: Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts, Train Hard, and Collective Yoga are all nearby. Birchwood South Park sits a short walk away, perfect for outdoor time. Virginia Beach itself is a city built for easy movement and connection. Getting around is straightforward: major corridors connect you to the beach, downtown, and the bases. The airport is about 20 minutes north. If you are comparing homes for sale zoned for Princess Anne High School or homes for sale zoned for Thalia Elementary School, note that this address sits within those attendance zones.

What's nearby

Everything you need sits within a few blocks. Dollar General and Food Lion handle groceries; Shelley's Heavenly Soaps rounds out the shopping. Coffee runs are quick—Leena, My Vegan Sweet Tooth, and 7-Eleven are all 0.1 miles away. Hungry? My Vegan Sweet Tooth, 7-Eleven, and Surge Nutrition VB are steps from your door. Fitness enthusiasts will love Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts, Train Hard, and Collective Yoga, all within 0.1 miles. Parks include Birchwood South Park (0.3 mi), Thalia Park (0.7 mi), and Thalia Creek Launch (0.8 mi) for water access.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Nine minutes to NAS Oceana puts you in a strong commute zone for active-duty and civilian personnel. JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is just twelve minutes away. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the established neighborhood means no wait for occupancy. You can move in and settle quickly.

Room to grow

Four bedrooms give you room to spread out, and the 2.1-bath layout keeps mornings manageable. The lot offers outdoor space for play or projects. Storage and a practical floor plan mean you're not fighting the house—you're living in it. This is the kind of home where a household actually grows.

More buyer questions

How far is 421 Cronin Road from NAS Oceana?

About nine minutes by car. It's one of the closer residential areas to the base.

What is the commute to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

Roughly twelve minutes. You have two major bases within easy reach from this address.

Are there parks and outdoor space nearby?

Yes. Birchwood South Park is a short walk away, and Thalia Park and Thalia Creek Launch are within a mile for more options.

What grocery and shopping options are close by?

Dollar General and Food Lion are both within walking distance, along with Shelley's Heavenly Soaps and several coffee and food spots.

What year was this home built?

1958. It's a mid-century home with classic character and a solid four-bedroom layout.

Ready to explore 421 Cronin Road? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more about Virginia Beach homes for sale in this area.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Virginia Beach$340K – $460K4+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515531

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

14.3 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Thalia

Thalia is a central, settled Virginia Beach neighborhood. It lies along the winding banks of Thalia Creek. It sits just east of the Town Center business district and Princess Anne High School.

$439K

Median sale · 12 mo

$241

Sold $/sq ft

11d

Days on market

9

For sale now

$74K

HH income

33.7%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,533/mo

Principal & interest

$2,076

Property tax

$341

Home insurance

$117

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

95% of $422,200

City assessment record · taxes $4,095/yr

Land share of assessed value

32% — $135,000

Improvements $287,200 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$380,000 – $430,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

3624 Cainhoy LN · 2.6 mi · 2,200 sqft$425,000 sold 2026-05
920 Woodmark CT · 2.8 mi · 2,196 sqft$430,000 sold 2026-05
904 Prior CT · 2.6 mi · 1,968 sqft$407,500 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$400,000

Price / Sq Ft

$186

Annual Taxes

$4,095

Monthly Tax

$341

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.02%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 30, 2026$400,000—
Price reducedOct 1, 2026$400,000−$20,000
Currently listed—$400,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

5% below assessment

Total Assessed

$422,200

Land

$135,000

Improvement

$287,200

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

63 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 421 Cronin Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Thalia Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.3/10), Independence Middle (VaHome School Score 6.2/10), Princess Anne (VaHome School Score 7.8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 421 Cronin Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 421 Cronin Rd?+
Yes — Train Hard is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 421 Cronin Rd?+
Birchwood South Park is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 421 Cronin Rd?+
Food Lion is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Surge Nutrition VB (0.2 mi).
Does 421 Cronin Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 421 Cronin Rd built?+
It was built in 1958, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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421 Cronin Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452 · MLS #10646535 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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