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$470,000
$315 / sqft · est. $2,854/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,493sqft
0days on market

5501 Gara Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

Coming SoonResidential · built 1958 · AVALON TERRACE ESTATE

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Canal, Creek, Marsh.

Frontage

Canal · Creek · Marsh ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1958

Price / sqft

$315

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,344/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10649618

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,493
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Concrete, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Porch, Screened Porch, Spare Room, Workshop
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Backup Generator, Ceiling Fan, Generator Hookup, Sump Pump
Accessibility
Ramp

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Shingle
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Canal,Creek,Marsh

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.2600
Subdivision
AVALON TERRACE ESTATE
Zoning
R30
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Garage Det 2 Car, 4 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Miscellaneous
Fuel In Tank Conveys
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Spec Warranty Deed

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Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

RARE opportunity on 1.26 private acres in the Kempsville area of Virginia Beach! Situated on a quiet cul-de-sac with water bordering the property, this brick ranch offers one-level living with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a bonus room with potential for a 4th bedroom. Updated bathrooms add to the home's appeal. A large two-story detached barn/garage provides substantial space for storage, a workshop, or other uses, plus an additional detached storage shed. The home is served by city water, with a separate well for irrigation. Additional features include mature blueberry bushes and fig trees, a Generac backup generator with warranty through 2034, propane tank, 2022 water heater, and sealed crawl space with dehumidifier and pump. Washer, dryer, and garage refrigerator convey. Property is being sold "as is."

Listing courtesy of Angela Kennedy · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10649618

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Schools

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Flood & environment

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

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Avalon

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$370K

Median sale · 12 mo

$217

Sold $/sq ft

8d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$78K

HH income

70%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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The numbers

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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

$2,854/mo

Principal & interest

$2,439

Property tax

$279

Home insurance

$137

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$250,000 – $415,000

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.

5660 Myers CT · 2.4 mi · 1,456 sqft$415,000 sold 2026-06
1800 Gilda CT · 2.5 mi · 1,474 sqft$250,000 sold 2026-07
1705 Willwood CT · 2.5 mi · 1,443 sqft$393,000 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$470,000

Price / Sq Ft

$315

Annual Taxes

$3,344

Monthly Tax

$279

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.71%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 18, 2026$470,000—
Currently listed—$470,000—

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:

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Questions buyers ask

Is 5501 Gara Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Woodstock Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.3/10), Kempsville Middle (VaHome School Score 6.6/10), Kempsville (VaHome School Score 6.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5501 Gara 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.
Is 5501 Gara Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Canal,Creek,Marsh.
Does 5501 Gara Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5501 Gara Rd built?+
It was built in 1958, per the listing record.

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The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Angela Kennedy · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10649618

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5501 Gara Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464 · MLS #10649618 · 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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