Why this home stands out
What sets 536 King Arthur Drive apart is the combination of generous square footage — nearly 2,500 feet — and a location that genuinely works for daily life. Three parks sit within half a mile, two Coast Guard bases are each about ten minutes away, and a YMCA is right up the road. For a 1970s-era home, the footprint is surprisingly spacious, giving households room to spread out without sacrificing convenience.
WOODS OF AVALON and the Virginia Beach real estate market
King Arthur Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Virginia Beach, a city that consistently ranks among the most livable on the East Coast. The surrounding streets carry that classic early-1970s suburban character — mature trees, established lots, and neighbors who have often been around long enough to know each other by name. The area feeds into the broader Indian River corridor, which gives you access to parks, recreation, and everyday errands without fighting major traffic. Virginia Beach itself stretches from the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic Ocean, and while the oceanfront gets most of the attention, neighborhoods like this one offer something different: space, stability, and a genuine sense of place. City services, major retail, and healthcare facilities are all within a reasonable drive, and the highway network makes commuting north toward Norfolk or south toward Chesapeake straightforward. It's the kind of address that works whether you're planting roots for the first time or settling in for the long haul.
What's nearby
Woods of Avalon Park is just 0.3 miles away — an easy walk for an afternoon outside — and both Woodstock Dog Park and StoneyBrook Park are within half a mile. The Indian River Family YMCA is a mile up the road when you want a structured workout. For food, Golden China Restaurant, Desmond's Island Soul Grill, and Poochie's Hotdogss are all within a mile, giving you solid weeknight options without a long drive. JMT Vegan Eats handles the sweet-treat and plant-based cravings, and a 7-Eleven covers those quick-stop moments. A BP station is under a mile away for fuel and grab-and-go needs.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly ten minutes from the front door, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about eleven — making 536 King Arthur Drive a practical choice for Coast Guard households tired of long commutes. The four-bedroom layout handles growing families comfortably, and Virginia Beach's strong support network for military families adds another layer of appeal. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here more accessible than many expect.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,491 square feet give a growing household genuine breathing room — separate spaces for work, play, and guests without anyone feeling crowded. Three parks within half a mile mean kids have somewhere to go on a Saturday morning, and the YMCA a mile away covers organized sports and swim lessons. This is the kind of floor plan that grows with a family rather than forcing another move in five years.
More buyer questions
How far is 536 King Arthur Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately ten minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Virginia Beach area.
What parks are near 536 King Arthur Drive?
Woods of Avalon Park is just 0.3 miles away, while Woodstock Dog Park and StoneyBrook Park are each about half a mile — all reachable on foot or by a very short drive.
Is 536 King Arthur Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
How old is the home at 536 King Arthur Drive?
The home was built in 1971, placing it in the early-1970s era of Virginia Beach residential construction — a period known for solid brick-and-frame builds with generous lot sizes.
Does 536 King Arthur Drive have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is confirmed in the listing details section of this page; if an HOA is active, the governing documents and any applicable rules will be disclosed during the transaction process.
Want to walk through 536 King Arthur Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set something up.
