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3beds
1.1baths
1,240sqft
73days on market

5248 Richard Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

Under ContractResidential · built 1981 · ALL OTHERS AREA 42

About this home

Welcome home to this charming 3-bedroom 1.5-bath townhome nestled in the heart of Virginia Beach! Located near shopping, dining, parks, & just a short drive to the oceanfront! This home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside you'll find plenty of natural light and an open layout designed for comfortable everyday living. Step outside to your backyard patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for a great investment opportunity, this cozy townhome is ready to welcome you home!

Listing courtesy of Morgan Carter · Water Street Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10643328

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1981

Price / sqft

$185

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,838/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

MLS #

10643328

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,240
Stories
2
Flooring
Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Total rooms
5
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0458
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 42
Zoning
A12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 5248 Richard Road, a 1,240-square-foot three-bedroom home in Virginia Beach built in 1981. You're just nine minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and fifteen from NAS Oceana. The neighborhood offers quick access to shops, dining, and parks—all within walking distance.

Keep searching in Virginia Beach

See all Virginia Beach homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23462, homes for sale zoned for Bayside High School, and homes for sale zoned for Bettie F. Williams Elementary School. Nearby, look at Aragona Village homes for sale, Virginia Beach waterfront homes for sale, Virginia Beach condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Virginia Beach.

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Why this home stands out

This Richard Road home sits on a quiet block with Northridge Park just a tenth of a mile away. The single-story layout gives you straightforward maintenance and efficient use of space. Three bedrooms and 1.1 baths mean room to spread out without excess square footage to heat or cool. The 1981 build reflects solid Virginia Beach residential construction from that era. You're in a walkable pocket of the city where everyday errands stay local.

ALL OTHERS AREA 42 and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Richard Road runs through a residential pocket of Virginia Beach where tree-lined streets and modest single-family homes create a stable, established feel. The neighborhood balances quiet living with genuine walkability—groceries, coffee, and dining options cluster within a half-mile. Northridge Park anchors the immediate area, offering green space for outdoor time. Virginia Beach itself is a sprawling coastal city of over 450,000 residents, blending military presence with civilian neighborhoods, beaches, and commerce. Interstate 64 and the Military Circle corridor sit within fifteen minutes, connecting you to the broader Hampton Roads region. The city's location puts you equidistant between the Peninsula and the Eastern Shore, making day trips easy. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23462 will find this address sits in a zone with solid neighborhood continuity and reliable access to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and NAS Oceana.

What's nearby

Daily errands stay hyperlocal. Boulevard Stop Mart with Krispy Krunchy Chicken, Asia Grocery, and Tienda Latina La Tapatia sit within a half-mile—all within a short walk or quick drive. Taqueria La Ceiba and Tribal Axe offer casual dining nearby. Coffee runs to 7-Eleven or Tira's Foods take just minutes. Fitness options include Witchduck Training Facility at 0.3 miles, Genesis Total Fitness, and Grindstone Athletics. Northridge Park is practically next door at 0.1 miles, with Aragona Park and Lynbrook Landing Park a short walk away.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is nine minutes away; NAS Oceana is fifteen. VA loan financing is common in this zip code and throughout Virginia Beach. The 1981 single-story layout means no stairs to navigate during moves, and the modest square footage keeps utility costs predictable. Quick access to base gates and established neighborhoods make this address practical for service-connected buyers.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and 1.1 baths offer comfortable space without overwhelming square footage. The single-story floor plan keeps daily life simple and maintenance straightforward. A fenced yard and proximity to Northridge Park give you outdoor options for recreation. The 1981 construction is solid and efficient—no sprawling layouts to heat or cool.

More buyer questions

How far is 5248 Richard Road from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

About nine minutes by car. NAS Oceana is roughly fifteen minutes away.

What's nearby for groceries and dining?

Boulevard Stop Mart, Asia Grocery, and Tienda Latina La Tapatia are all within a half-mile. Taqueria La Ceiba and Tribal Axe offer casual eating options close by.

Are there parks in the area?

Northridge Park is just 0.1 miles away. Aragona Park and Lynbrook Landing Park are also nearby for outdoor recreation.

What attendance zones apply to this address?

This address falls within homes for sale zoned for Bayside High School and homes for sale zoned for Bettie F. Williams Elementary School. Contact a local agent for current enrollment details.

Is this a walkable neighborhood?

Yes. Coffee shops, gyms, groceries, and parks cluster within a half-mile, making daily errands accessible on foot or a short drive.

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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515531

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

19 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Aragona Village

Aragona Village is one of Virginia Beach's first big subdivisions. Ground broke in 1955. People moved into the first homes around 1956. It was developed in six sections on roughly 900 acres of old dairy-farm land.

$350K

Median sale · 12 mo

$247

Sold $/sq ft

13d

Days on market

18

For sale now

$78K

HH income

63.2%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Little Creek

Navy

17min·6.9mi

NAS Oceana

Navy

24min·14.3mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

15min·9.4mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

18min·11.3mi

NNSY

Navy

17min·10.5mi

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Payment Calculator

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,414/mo

Principal & interest

$1,193

Property tax

$153

Home insurance

$67

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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.

Value & history

Comparables

Asking vs. assessment

121% of $189,500

City assessment record · taxes $1,838/yr

Land share of assessed value

34% — $64,000

Improvements $125,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$250,000 – $325,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

633 Oleander CIR · 2.3 mi · 1,254 sqft$270,000 sold 2026-08
754 Oleander CIR · 2.3 mi · 1,254 sqft$270,000 sold 2026-02
5207 Calico CT · 2.3 mi · 1,254 sqft$250,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$230,000

Price / Sq Ft

$185

Annual Taxes

$1,838

Monthly Tax

$153

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.80%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$230,000—
Price reducedAug 17, 2026$230,000−$5,000
Currently listed—$230,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

21% above assessment

Total Assessed

$189,500

Land

$64,000

Improvement

$125,500

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Is 5248 Richard Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Williams Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), Bayside Middle (VaHome School Score 4.3/10), Bayside (VaHome School Score 7.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5248 Richard Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 5248 Richard Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5248 Richard Rd built?+
It was built in 1981, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Morgan Carter · Water Street Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10643328

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5248 Richard Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 · MLS #10643328 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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