Why this home stands out
What sets Canterford Lane apart is the combination of a manageable footprint and a location that genuinely works for daily life. At 1,580 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, the home is sized for comfort without excess upkeep. The 1986 construction era means solid bones and established landscaping, and the surrounding streets carry that lived-in, community feel that newer subdivisions often take years to develop.
LAKE JAMES and the Virginia Beach real estate market
The 23464 zip code sits in the southwestern interior of Virginia Beach — a part of the city that trades oceanfront drama for something arguably more practical: proximity to major employers, well-connected roads, and a genuine neighborhood rhythm. This section of Virginia Beach is far enough from the resort strip to feel residential and grounded, yet close enough to the coast that a beach afternoon is never a major expedition. Virginia Beach in December still draws residents outdoors, thanks to mild mid-Atlantic winters that make the parks and trails along this corridor genuinely usable year-round. Canterford Lane itself feeds into a network of established streets where sidewalks, mature trees, and a mix of long-term owners and newer arrivals give the area a stable, welcoming character. Virginia Beach as a whole is the most populous city in the Commonwealth, and this part of it benefits from that scale — strong infrastructure, diverse dining and retail, and a city government with the resources to maintain quality public spaces.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Canterford Lane. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retail are clustered along the nearby corridors of Kempsville Road and Princess Anne Road, typically within a 5-to-10-minute drive. For green space, Chesapeake City Park and the trails around Lake Trashmore at Mount Trashmore Park offer outdoor recreation without a long commute. Local coffee shops and casual dining spots dot the surrounding neighborhoods, and the broader Kempsville area has a long-established commercial core that covers most routine needs. Interstate 264 and the Virginia Beach Expressway are both accessible, making connections to Norfolk and Chesapeake equally manageable.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
The USCG Finance Center in Chesapeake is roughly 8 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard clocks in at about 14 — making 5360 Canterford Lane a genuinely practical address for military households. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the established neighborhood means you're moving into a community with real roots, not a development still finding its footing. Virginia Beach in november is a quieter, less hectic time to get settled before the holiday season hits.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and 1,580 square feet is a strong starting point for a first home — enough space to grow into without the maintenance load of a much larger property. The 1986 build means the major systems have history you can research, and the neighborhood's stability signals that you're buying into a place where values tend to hold. It's a practical, livable address in a well-connected part of Virginia Beach.
More buyer questions
How far is 5360 Canterford Lane from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 14 minutes from 5360 Canterford Lane under typical traffic conditions. The route runs primarily via Interstate 264 or Military Highway, both of which are easily accessible from this part of Virginia Beach.
How far is 5360 Canterford Lane from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center in Chesapeake is about 8 minutes from Canterford Lane, making it one of the closer military installations to this address. The drive is straightforward along surface roads with no major highway required.
Is 5360 Canterford Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation for the property.
Does 5360 Canterford Lane have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents, as community association structures can change over time. Your agent can pull the most current information during the due-diligence process.
What is the square footage and layout of 5360 Canterford Lane?
The home offers 1,580 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Built in 1986, it's a single-family residential property in the 23464 zip code of Virginia Beach.
Ready to take a closer look at 5360 Canterford Lane? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set up a visit.
