17 days on market
$484,900
453 Caren Dr
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
MLS# 10634915 · BIRCHWOOD GARDENS · Virginia Beach VA
Updated 3 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,998/mo
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Price / sq ft
$261
1,860 sq ft
Days on market
17
HOA
None
Year built
1958
68 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,860
Garage
No
About this home
New owners will receive a one year Home Warranty with ACHOSA. Priced below recent appraisal. Positive equity awaits in this beautifully updated, move-in ready ranch home featuring a stunning open floor plan, updated kitchen (2019) with large center island, Full appliance package includes stainless steel appliances, double oven that sets off the beautiful soft-close cabinetry. Shining wood floors and the open floor p…
Listed by Jack Wilson · Aweigh Real Estate VB
VaHome Team property overview
453 Caren Drive is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,860-square-foot home built in 1958 in Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452. Sitting minutes from NAS Oceana and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, it puts everyday conveniences, green space, and quick base access all within easy reach.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 453 Caren Drive apart is the combination of mid-century bones and a location that quietly over-delivers. At 1,860 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, the footprint is generous for a 1958-era home. Add a park literally around the corner, two major grocery options within a third of a mile, and two military installations under 15 minutes away, and the address starts to feel less like a coincidence and more like a deliberate choice.
BIRCHWOOD GARDENS and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Virginia Beach is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, yet the stretch of the city surrounding 453 Caren Drive has a distinctly neighborhood feel — tree-lined streets, modest lot sizes, and the kind of block where people actually know each other. The zip code 23452 sits in the central-western portion of Virginia Beach, comfortably inland from the oceanfront crowds but still close enough to the beach that a summer evening drive is a genuine option. If you're searching for a home for sale virginia beach va in a location that balances suburban calm with genuine urban access, this corridor delivers. Birchwood South Park is just 0.2 miles away, giving the immediate area a green, walkable quality that older neighborhoods in this part of the city tend to carry well. The surrounding streets mix long-term residents with newer arrivals, creating a stable, grounded community character.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are almost embarrassingly easy from 453 Caren Drive. BJ's Wholesale Club and Food Lion are both within 0.3 miles — bulk runs and quick grocery stops are covered without a real commute. Zero's Subs at Birchwood is right there for lunch, and Wendy's and Surge Nutrition VB are under half a mile for faster options. Train Hard, Collective Yoga, and Eastern Academy of Mixed Martial Arts give you three distinct fitness paths all within 0.5 miles. Birchwood South Park (0.2 mi), Birchwood Malibu Park (0.5 mi), and Thalia Park (0.7 mi) form a green corridor that makes outdoor time genuinely convenient.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is roughly 9 minutes from the front door, and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about 12 — both well within the range that makes daily commutes manageable and BAH calculations favorable for this zip code. A VA loan pairs naturally with a home in this price tier and location, and the neighborhood's stability means it holds its appeal across multiple duty-station cycles.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms and two full baths across 1,860 square feet gives a growing family real room to spread out, and the 1958 construction means solid bones without the cookie-cutter sameness of newer subdivisions. Birchwood South Park is a short walk away for afternoons outside, and the cluster of grocery stores and fitness options nearby means the logistics of family life stay manageable.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 453 Caren Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 9 minutes from 453 Caren Drive under typical traffic conditions. That short commute makes this address a practical choice for personnel stationed there.
How far is 453 Caren Drive from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about 12 minutes away, making 453 Caren Drive a workable location for service members attached to that installation as well.
What grocery stores are near 453 Caren Drive?
BJ's Wholesale Club and Food Lion are both within 0.3 miles, so stocking up — whether it's a bulk run or a quick fill-in trip — requires almost no effort from this address.
Is 453 Caren Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Are there parks within walking distance of 453 Caren Drive?
Yes — Birchwood South Park is just 0.2 miles away, Birchwood Malibu Park is 0.5 miles out, and Thalia Park sits about 0.7 miles from the front door, giving the neighborhood a genuinely walkable green presence.
Ready to see 453 Caren Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,860
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$484,900
Price / Sq Ft
$261
Annual Taxes
$4,089
Monthly Tax
$341
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.84%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 21, 2026 | $484,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $484,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 20, 2026.
Total Assessed
$421,500
Land
$141,800
Improvement
$279,700
Parcel ID: 14873642960000
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About buying in Virginia Beach
Homes for sale in Virginia Beach, VA span every price point and lifestyle — from oceanfront condos along the famous Boardwalk to sprawling waterfront estates on the Lynnhaven River and Linkhorn Bay. As the largest city in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach offers an unusually varied real estate market: established family neighborhoods in Great Neck (ZIP 23454), golf-course communities in Kempsville (23464), modern townhomes near Town Center (23462), and beach-cottage living along Sandbridge (23456). Whether you're searching for a starter home under $300K, a family home in a top-rated school district, or a luxury property north of $2 million, the active MLS inventory updates daily here. Buyer demand stays strong year-round, driven by Virginia Beach's mild coastal climate, the consistently top-ranked Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Kempsville High, Floyd E. Kellam High, Princess Anne High, and Cox High among them), and the city's role as home to Naval Air Station Oceana — the largest master jet base in the country. Military families relocating here through PCS orders make up a meaningful share of buyers, and VA loan financing is widely used. First-time buyers gravitate toward the inland ZIPs (23464, 23456, 23452), while second-home and luxury buyers tend toward 23451 (Oceanfront/North End) and 23454 (Great Neck/Bay Colony). Below you'll find every active Virginia Beach home for sale pulled live from the REIN MLS and refreshed every 5 minutes.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,998/moPrincipal & interest
$2,516
Property tax
$341
Home insurance
$141
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Aweigh Real Estate VB · MLS# 10634915
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$484,900
453 Caren DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23452
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452
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