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Virginia Beach › PRINCESS ANNE HILLS › 449 Discovery Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10647267 · record updated Aug 15, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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4beds
4.1baths
4,023sqft
8days on market

449 Discovery Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

ActiveResidential · built 1971 · PRINCESS ANNE HILLS

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Bulkhead, Canal, Deep Water, Deep Water Access, Navigable.

Frontage

Canal ✓ VERIFIED

Shoreline

Bulkheaded

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1971

Price / sqft

$597

HOA

None

Taxes

$15,000/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10647267

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
4
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
4,023
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
4
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Foyer, In-Law Suite, PBR with Bath, Sun Room, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Gar Door Opener, Security Sys
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Bulkhead,Canal,Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Navigable
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.5144
Subdivision
PRINCESS ANNE HILLS
Zoning
R20
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Multi Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Virginia Beach waterfront homes.

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

About this home

DEEP WATER ACCESS IN PRIME LOCATION OF PRINCESS ANNE HILLS. DOCK YOUR BOAT IN A SERENE SETTING WHILE ONLY A FEW BLOCKS TO THE BEACH AND LOCATED AT THE BEGINNING OF A CULDA SAC. ELEGANT GRACIOUS ENTRANCE IS JUST THE BEGINNING . FIRST FLOOR HAS 3 ENSUITES. UPSTAIRS HAS A BEDROOM, LARGE BATH AND BEAUTIFUL SITTING ROOM WITH VIEW OF THE WATER AND OPENING ON TO A LARGE BALCONY. UPSTAIRS COULD ACCOMMODATE A PRIMARY, GUEST SUITE OR MOTHER -IN -LAW SUITE. CLOSETS GALORE THROUGHOUT THE HOUSE IT IS EXXCEPTIOINALLY MAINTAINED WITH OVERSIZED WINDOWS, BEAUTIFULY MOLDINGS AND 2 FIREPLACES.SPACIOUS SUNROOM ACROSS BACK OF HOME STEPPING DOWN TO AN UPDATED DECK AND RAILINGS. RENOVATE, REFRESH OR SIMPLY ENJOY "AS IS" .OPPORTUNITIES LIKE THIS ARE ALL ABOUT LOCATION, LIFESTYLE AND POTENTIAL.

Listing courtesy of Ann Davis · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10647267

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

449 Discovery Road is a 4,023-square-foot, four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath home in Virginia Beach's coveted 23451 zip code — steps from First Landing State Park, a short drive to NAS Oceana, and surrounded by the kind of coastal lifestyle that makes this corner of the city genuinely hard to leave.

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See all Virginia Beach homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23451, homes for sale zoned for Cox High School, and homes for sale zoned for Linkhorn Park Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Virginia Beach — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at North End homes for sale, Virginia Beach waterfront homes for sale, Virginia Beach condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Virginia Beach.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 449 Discovery Road apart is the combination of serious square footage — over 4,000 feet across a four-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath floor plan built in 1971 — and a location that borders one of Virginia's most beloved state parks. You're not just buying a house; you're buying a front-row seat to cypress-lined trails, Atlantic breezes, and a walkable stretch of Virginia Beach that most people only visit on weekends.

PRINCESS ANNE HILLS and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Discovery Road sits in one of Virginia Beach's most distinctive pockets: a low-key, tree-canopied corridor where First Landing State Park forms your backyard and the Atlantic Ocean is a short stroll away. The 23451 zip code carries a well-earned reputation as one of the most desirable addresses in the city — a place where established homes share the landscape with towering loblolly pines and the pace of life slows down just enough to feel intentional. Virginia Beach itself is the largest city in the Commonwealth by land area, and its northern oceanfront neighborhoods offer something the newer suburban corridors simply can't replicate: genuine character. Here, the streets feel settled, the canopy is mature, and the water — whether bay, ocean, or park lake — is never far. Families comparing homes for sale in Virginia Beach consistently return to this zip code because the lifestyle density is hard to match anywhere else in Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Step outside and you're practically at the trailhead. First Landing State Park is 0.1 miles away, and the best trail access point in the park is just 0.4 miles out — so morning hikes through cypress swamps and along the Chesapeake Bay shoreline are a genuine daily option. Surf Beach Club is half a mile away for a beach-club atmosphere without a long drive. When you're ready to eat, Session at the A.R.E. Café is 0.2 miles from your door, and Surf Club Ocean Grille is 0.5 miles away — two solid neighborhood spots that cover everything from a quick lunch to a relaxed dinner. AREOM Studio, a boutique gym, is also 0.2 miles out, making it easy to build a fitness routine without getting in a car.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NAS Oceana is about ten minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex is roughly thirteen — both well within the range where a VA loan and BAH can work hard for you in this zip code. Four bedrooms and four and a half baths give a growing military family real room to breathe, and the stability of an established neighborhood means you're not gambling on a developing area between PCS cycles.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been searching for something with real bones — a 1971 build with over 4,000 square feet in a neighborhood that has actual trees, actual history, and a state park at the end of the block — 449 Discovery Road is the kind of address that rewards buyers who know what they're looking for. Homes for sale in 23451 at this scale and in this setting don't come along on a predictable schedule.

More buyer questions

How far is 449 Discovery Road from NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is approximately ten minutes from 449 Discovery Road by car, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses for personnel stationed there. Dam Neck Annex is about thirteen minutes in the same direction.

Is 449 Discovery Road near First Landing State Park?

Yes — First Landing State Park is just 0.1 miles from the property, and the park's most popular trail access point is 0.4 miles away. It's genuinely walkable, which is uncommon even for homes in this part of Virginia Beach.

What school zone does 449 Discovery Road fall in?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Cox High School and homes for sale zoned for Linkhorn Park Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Virginia Beach City Public Schools, as boundaries can change — but this address has historically fallen within those attendance zones.

Does 449 Discovery Road have an HOA?

HOA status should be confirmed during the transaction process, as community association structures in established Virginia Beach neighborhoods can vary. Your agent can pull the most current information for this specific address.

What is the flood zone status of 449 Discovery Road?

Flood zone designation for 449 Discovery Road is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given the proximity to First Landing State Park and the Chesapeake Bay corridor, buyers are encouraged to review that information carefully and discuss flood insurance options with their lender.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get the full picture on 449 Discovery Road — history, comps, and what daily life here actually looks like.

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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 AE · base flood elevation 7 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk

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Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhood

North End

North End is the stretch of beach blocks running north of Virginia Beach's resort strip, roughly from the low 40s Streets up to 89th Street between Atlantic Avenue and the Atlantic Ocean.

$1.11M

Median sale · 12 mo

$533

Sold $/sq ft

27d

Days on market

63

For sale now

$151K

HH income

79.2%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$14,403/mo

Principal & interest

$12,453

Property tax

$1,250

Home insurance

$700

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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

182% of $1,320,500

City assessment record · taxes $15,000/yr

Land share of assessed value

64% — $850,000

Improvements $470,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$1,500,000 – $2,900,000

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.

436 Gosnold CT · 0.1 mi · 3,806 sqft$2,200,000 sold 2026-08
300 59th ST · 0.3 mi · 3,598 sqft$1,600,000 sold 2026-05
1005 Ditchley RD · 0.7 mi · 3,800 sqft$1,695,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$2,400,000

Price / Sq Ft

$597

Annual Taxes

$15,000

Monthly Tax

$1,250

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.63%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 8, 2026$2,400,000—
Currently listed—$2,400,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

82% above assessment

Total Assessed

$1,320,500

Land

$850,000

Improvement

$470,500

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

8 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Is 449 Discovery Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Linkhorn Park Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.3/10), Virginia Beach Middle (VaHome School Score 6.4/10), Frank W. Cox (VaHome School Score 8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 449 Discovery Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 7 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is 449 Discovery Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Bulkhead,Canal,Deep Water,Deep Water Access,Navigable.
Does 449 Discovery Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 449 Discovery Rd built?+
It was built in 1971, per the listing record.

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449 Discovery Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 · MLS #10647267 · 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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