Why this home stands out
What sets 4505 John Jay Lane apart is the rare combination of a walkable, amenity-rich location and a footprint that keeps costs manageable without sacrificing a true single-family home experience. Three bedrooms and two full baths in 1,118 square feet means every square foot earns its keep. Built in 1963, the home carries the solid construction hallmarks of that era — and sits minutes from two major military installations, making it a practical anchor in a city where location is everything.
PEMBROKE MANOR and the Virginia Beach real estate market
John Jay Lane sits in Virginia Beach, one of the most livable cities on the East Coast and home to a genuinely diverse mix of neighborhoods, waterfronts, and career opportunities. This particular pocket of the city falls near the Kempsville corridor — a well-established, walkable stretch where mid-century homes share the streetscape with modern retail and a surprisingly international dining scene. Virginia Beach is a city of 450,000 people that somehow still feels approachable neighborhood by neighborhood, and this address lands you in one of its most convenient inland quadrants. Thalia Creek is nearby, green space is accessible on foot, and the broader Kings Grant area — a name that comes up often when people search homes for sale in Kings Grant Virginia Beach — is just around the corner, adding to the established, community-feel character of the surrounding streets.
What's nearby
Daily errands practically handle themselves from John Jay Lane. Sefide Global, Target Grocery, and The Fresh Market are all within 0.4 miles, so a quick grocery run rarely requires planning. Tida Thai Cuisine, El Azteca, and Judy's Sichuan Cuisine are each within a few blocks, giving you a weeknight dinner rotation that covers a lot of ground. Your morning coffee options are equally strong — Starbucks Coffee Company and Panera Bread are both under half a mile. For staying active, Latitude Climbing and Fitness and ChiroSolutions Center are close by, and Thalia Creek Launch and Downtown Fountain Plaza offer outdoor options when you'd rather be outside.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly 10 minutes away, and NAS Oceana is about 12 — both well within the range most military families target for manageable commutes. A VA loan pairs naturally with a home at this price point, and three bedrooms give you flexibility whether you're stationed here solo or moving a whole household. Virginia Beach's strong military community means you'll have neighbors who understand the lifestyle.
For first-time buyers
For a first-time buyer, 4505 John Jay Lane checks a lot of boxes: a true single-family home, three bedrooms, two baths, and a location where you can walk to coffee, groceries, and dinner without getting in the car. If you've been comparing tiny homes for sale in Virginia Beach and wondering whether a smaller footprint can still feel like a real home, this 1,118-square-foot layout — with its 1963 bones and full amenity access — makes a strong case.
More buyer questions
How far is 4505 John Jay Lane from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is approximately 10 minutes from 4505 John Jay Lane under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses for service members assigned there.
How far is 4505 John Jay Lane from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is about 12 minutes away, which puts 4505 John Jay Lane within easy reach for Navy aviation personnel looking for a practical commute without living on base.
What is the lot and home size at 4505 John Jay Lane?
The home offers 1,118 square feet of living space across 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, built in 1963 as a single-family residential property in Virginia Beach.
Is 4505 John Jay Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 4505 John Jay Lane is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel.
Where are the closest grocery stores to 4505 John Jay Lane?
Sefide Global and Target Grocery are both within 0.3 miles, and The Fresh Market is just 0.4 miles away — making this one of the more walkable addresses for everyday grocery access in this part of Virginia Beach.
Want to see 4505 John Jay Lane in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
