Why this home stands out
Few addresses in Virginia Beach put you this close to both a major military installation and the water at the same time. At 3,559 square feet across five bedrooms and four and a half baths, there's genuine room for a large household, a home office, or overnight guests — without anyone feeling crowded. The 1997 construction hits a sweet spot: substantial enough to have real bones, recent enough to avoid the quirks of older coastal builds.
CROATAN and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Croatan Hills sits in the southern stretch of Virginia Beach, tucked between the resort strip and the quieter residential neighborhoods that border the military corridor. It's the kind of area where streets feel intentional — not a sprawling suburb, but a compact, established community where neighbors tend to stay. The surrounding city is one of the largest by land area on the East Coast, yet this corner of it has a distinct, almost village-like rhythm. Whether you're working with a real estate agent virginia beach locals trust or exploring the market on your own, you'll find that Croatan Hills consistently draws buyers who want proximity to the ocean without the noise and congestion of the resort district itself. Virginia Beach as a whole offers a rare combination: a strong military presence, a diversified local economy, and a coastline that genuinely shapes daily life. Out here in the southern end, you get all of that with a noticeably lower-key atmosphere.
What's nearby
Beach Park is just 0.3 miles away — an easy walk for morning routines or afternoon wind-downs. The Jetty and Grommet Island Park are both within 0.7 miles, giving you waterfront green space without a drive. When it's time to eat, Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar, The Dock Grill, and Docktails VB are all clustered around 0.8 miles out, making them realistic options for a weeknight dinner or a casual weekend lunch. For fitness, Camp Pendleton Gym is just 0.7 miles away — a well-equipped option that's especially convenient for active-duty personnel and their families.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is four minutes from the front door, and NAS Oceana is seven. For military families weighing BAH and commute time together, that math is hard to argue with. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than many buyers expect, and five bedrooms means the whole family — plus a dedicated workspace — actually fits.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it's running out of room, 3,559 square feet across five bedrooms and four and a half baths gives everyone space to spread out. There's room for the kids to have their own corners, room for guests, and room for a proper home office. Add Beach Park a third of a mile away and a cluster of waterfront restaurants under a mile out, and the lifestyle upgrade writes itself.
More buyer questions
How far is 501 Croatan Hills Drive from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately four minutes by car from 501 Croatan Hills Drive, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in Virginia Beach.
How far is 501 Croatan Hills Drive from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is about seven minutes away by car, putting two major military installations within a very short commute of this address.
What is the flood zone status for 501 Croatan Hills Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate designation.
Is there a homeowners association at 501 Croatan Hills Drive?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current public records or a title search, as association boundaries and membership can change over time.
Where are the nearest parks and restaurants to 501 Croatan Hills Drive?
Beach Park is 0.3 miles away, while The Jetty and Grommet Island Park are each about 0.7 miles out. Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar, The Dock Grill, and Docktails VB are all within 0.8 miles.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get straightforward answers about 501 Croatan Hills Drive and what it could mean for your next chapter.
