Why this home stands out
What sets 5501 Amhurst CT apart is its combination of cul-de-sac privacy and genuine walkability — a pairing that's harder to find than you'd expect in this zip code. Within a few blocks you have grocery options, coffee, a gym, and green space, yet the street itself stays calm and low-traffic. Add a sub-10-minute drive to a major military installation and you have a setup that works for a wide range of households.
AMHURST and the Virginia Beach real estate market
5501 Amhurst CT sits in the Kempsville area of Virginia Beach, a well-established inland corridor that draws buyers who want suburban calm without sacrificing convenience. The surrounding streets are a mix of 1970s and 1980s single-family homes on modest lots, giving the area a settled, lived-in character that newer master-planned communities simply can't replicate. Neighbors tend to stay a while, and the tree canopy along many of the side streets reflects that longevity. Virginia Beach during winter holds up well compared to other coastal metros — temperatures are mild, the roads stay largely clear, and the city's year-round amenities remain fully accessible. Kempsville feeds into the broader Virginia Beach grid with ease: I-264, Virginia Beach Boulevard, and Witchduck Road all connect you to the oceanfront, Town Center, and the western military corridor without requiring a highway commitment every time you leave the driveway.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from Amhurst CT. Asia Grocery and Marnes Juanita Latin Store are both under half a mile, giving you solid options for everyday and specialty ingredients. Clifftric Collections and Eatery is just 0.1 miles away — close enough to walk on a weeknight. Black Rifle Coffee Company is 0.2 miles out for your morning routine, and Tira's Foods adds another casual dining and coffee stop at 0.3 miles. Fitness is covered by Pink Pearl Gymnastics and Southside Barbell, both 0.2 miles away, with Witchduck Training Facility a short drive at 0.8 miles. Newsome Farm Park, Lake Edward Park, and Northridge Park all fall within 0.6 miles for outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly 9 minutes from the front door — a commute that keeps your mornings manageable on early-muster days. USCG Base Portsmouth is about 14 minutes out, so the home works across service branches. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the cul-de-sac location means kids and pets have a low-traffic street to come home to after a long duty day.
For first-time buyers
At 1,300 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, 5501 Amhurst CT is sized right for a first home — enough room to grow into without the overhead of a larger property. The 1983 build means the bones are solid and the layout is practical. Walkable groceries, parks, and coffee within a few blocks make daily life feel easy from day one, even before you've fully settled in.
More buyer questions
How far is 5501 Amhurst CT from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive is approximately 9 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient residential locations relative to that installation in Virginia Beach.
What is the lot situation like on Amhurst CT?
The address sits on a cul-de-sac, which means reduced through-traffic and a generally quieter street environment compared to standard grid streets in the area.
Is 5501 Amhurst CT in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification.
What grocery stores are close to 5501 Amhurst CT?
Asia Grocery is 0.3 miles away, Marnes Juanita Latin Store is 0.4 miles out, and Boulevard Stop Mart is also within 0.3 miles, giving you multiple options for everyday shopping without leaving the immediate neighborhood.
Does the Kempsville area of Virginia Beach have an HOA?
HOA status varies by subdivision within Kempsville — this specific address should be confirmed through the current property disclosures, but many streets in this part of Virginia Beach were built without mandatory HOA structures.
Ready to see 5501 Amhurst CT in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
