Why this home stands out
Five-plus acres of contiguous land this close to Virginia Beach's urban core is genuinely uncommon. The Mayberry area sits in the Princess Anne district, where larger lots have been disappearing for decades. Whether you're envisioning a custom-built home, a small hobby farm, or a long-term land investment, this parcel gives you the canvas and the elbow room that smaller suburban lots simply can't offer.
MAYBERRY and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Princess Anne is the southernmost district of Virginia Beach — a city that stretches from the Chesapeake Bay to the North Carolina border — and it carries a distinctly different energy from the oceanfront corridors to the east. Out here, the pace slows, the lots get bigger, and the landscape opens up into wetlands, creek corridors, and preserved natural areas that feel a world away from the resort strip. The Mayberry neighborhood sits squarely in this quieter, more rural-feeling pocket, where neighbors tend to know each other and the streetscape hasn't been swallowed by dense development. Golfers will recognize this part of Virginia Beach as home to the heron ridge golf course virginia beach corridor, which adds a polished, well-maintained character to the surrounding roads and land. Virginia Beach's city services, major retail, and employment centers are all within a short drive, so you're not sacrificing convenience for space — you're simply trading density for room to breathe.
What's nearby
Daily errands and morning routines are easy from this address. Harris Teeter is less than a mile away for groceries, and you've got BIGGBY COFFEE and Astraea Coffee both within a tenth of a mile when you need a morning cup. Sal's Pizza is right at your doorstep for a quick dinner. Fitness options are surprisingly robust — Shine Yoga Va Beach, The Healing Loft VB, and Kettle Bell Elite LLC are all within a third of a mile. For outdoor time, West Neck Creek Natural Area, Courthouse Recreation Field, and West Neck Creek Park are all within half a mile, making it easy to step outside without getting in the car.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is about 10 minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex is roughly 11 — making this parcel an appealing option for military families thinking about building a permanent home in Virginia Beach rather than cycling through base housing. A VA loan can be used on qualifying land-and-construction projects, and BAH rates in this area reflect the region's strong demand. Planting roots this close to two major installations is a real advantage for long-term stability.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision is a custom home on land that actually feels like land — not a postage-stamp lot with neighbors ten feet away — 5.282 acres in the Princess Anne district is the kind of find that doesn't come around often. You control the setbacks, the orientation, the landscaping, and the pace of development. Build now, build later, or simply hold a piece of Virginia Beach that the next generation of buyers will wish they'd grabbed.
More buyer questions
How far is this Princess Anne parcel from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately 10 minutes away by car, making this one of the closer large-acreage land options to the base in the Virginia Beach area.
What can you build on a 5.282-acre parcel in Virginia Beach's Princess Anne district?
Permitted uses depend on the current zoning designation assigned by the City of Virginia Beach — a local land-use attorney or the city's Planning Department can confirm what residential, agricultural, or mixed uses are allowed on this specific parcel.
Is this parcel in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data — check that section for the most accurate designation.
Where is the Mayberry neighborhood located within Virginia Beach?
Mayberry sits in the Princess Anne district in the southern portion of Virginia Beach, roughly between the city's courthouse complex and the West Neck Creek corridor — a quieter, more rural-feeling area compared to the oceanfront and suburban north.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase land and build in Virginia Beach?
VA loans can potentially be used for construction-to-permanent financing on qualifying projects, but the guidelines are more complex than a standard home purchase — speaking with a VA-approved lender familiar with the Virginia Beach market is the best first step.
Curious about what's possible on this parcel? Tom and Dariya Milan know the Princess Anne land market well — reach out and let's talk through your options.
