Why this home stands out
Size and vintage together are the story here. At 4,324 square feet built in 2015, 4850 E Beach Dr sits in a category nearly all its own along East Beach Drive — newer construction with the footprint to accommodate a large household, a home office, or guests without compromise. Five bedrooms, four full baths, and two half baths means everyone has space, and the 2015 build year keeps mechanical systems, finishes, and energy efficiency firmly in the modern era.
EAST BEACH and the Norfolk real estate market
East Beach is one of Norfolk's most distinctive coastal neighborhoods — a planned, walkable community built around a marina, a lakefront, and a genuine sense of place that feels more like a resort village than a typical suburban street. The architecture is cohesive and intentional, the sidewalks are wide, and neighbors actually use them. East Beach Drive itself runs along the water side of the neighborhood, putting 4850 at the address most people picture when they imagine living here. Norfolk as a city brings everything else: a thriving arts scene, a deep military heritage, and a downtown waterfront that continues to reinvent itself. Families comparing Norfolk homes for sale will find that East Beach delivers a lifestyle — walkable parks, waterfront restaurants within a short stroll, and a tight-knit community feel — that is genuinely hard to replicate elsewhere in the 757.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from East Beach Drive. Riffle Farms Market & Co-op is 0.6 miles away for local and organic grocery runs, and Pleasant Avenue Park is just 0.3 miles out for a quick morning walk. Garden Pergola Park sits 0.4 miles away, and East Beach Fountain Square and Park is 0.6 miles — both are the kind of spots you end up at more than you plan. For dinner, Surf Rider Bay Point is 0.4 miles, Longboards East Beach Waterfront Dining and Tiki Bar is 0.6 miles, and Magnolia and Marlin rounds out a solid local restaurant row at 0.6 miles. COVA Brewing Company at 0.7 miles doubles as a casual hangout. Fitness options include East Beach Training Studio (0.6 mi), Fit Body Boot Camp (0.7 mi), and Little Creek Gym (0.9 mi).
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is about as close as a home address gets without being on-base. For active-duty families weighing a VA loan purchase, that commute window changes daily life — early formations, late returns, and last-minute schedule changes all become far less stressful. Naval Station Norfolk is 14 minutes out, keeping a second-base household well within range. At 4,324 square feet, there is genuine room to grow through multiple PCS cycles.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you trading square footage for location — or location for square footage — 4850 E Beach Dr makes that trade-off disappear. Five bedrooms and four full baths in a 2015-built home inside a walkable waterfront neighborhood is the combination that drives families comparing homes for sale in 23518 to circle back to East Beach. The scale supports a dedicated home office, a proper guest suite, and kids who never have to share a bathroom.
More buyer questions
How far is 4850 E Beach Dr from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 3 minutes — JEB Little Creek-Fort Story's main gate is less than a mile from East Beach Drive, making this one of the closest off-base addresses in the entire Hampton Roads market.
How far is 4850 E Beach Dr from Naval Station Norfolk?
Naval Station Norfolk is roughly 14 minutes by car, a commute that keeps dual-military households and inter-base assignments well within a practical daily range.
What school zone does 4850 E Beach Dr fall in?
The property is in the Norfolk Public Schools district; buyers specifically researching homes for sale zoned for Lake Taylor High School and homes for sale zoned for Little Creek Elementary School should confirm current zoning directly with Norfolk Public Schools, as boundaries can change.
Is 4850 E Beach Dr in a flood zone?
East Beach is a coastal neighborhood and portions of it carry flood zone designations — the property's specific flood status is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, and buyers should review that information along with current FEMA maps.
Does the East Beach neighborhood have an HOA?
Yes, East Beach is a planned community with a homeowners association; the HOA covers common area maintenance and community standards that help preserve the neighborhood's cohesive architectural character.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know East Beach and the homes for sale in Norfolk inside and out — reach out to get a straight answer about this address and what it takes to make it yours.
