✓ Source: REIN MLS #10649618 · record updated Sep 24, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold

$470,000

3beds

2baths

1,493sqft

$315per sqft

4days on market

5501 Gara Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

SoldResidential · built 1958 · 1.26 acres · AVALON TERRACE ESTATE · MLS #10649618

Price per sqft$315compare with nearby sales Schools

KempsvilleHigh7.5

KempsvilleMiddle6.2

WoodstockElementary5.3

VaHome School Score Flood

Moderate risk · 0.2% annual chanceZone X

flood insurance not required HOANoneno HOA fee on the MLS record Sold for$470,000closed Sep 21, 2026 Taxes$3,344/yrasking is 136% of assessment Condo feeNAnot a condo

OverviewAbout 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."

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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

TypeResidential

Year built1958

Price / sqft$315

HOANone

Taxes$3,344/yr

CountyVirginia Beach VA

WaterfrontYes

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 · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Meet 5501 Gara Road—a three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1958 with 1,493 square feet of living space. You're about 10 minutes from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and steps from Fairfield Forest Park. This Virginia Beach home sits in a convenient, accessible neighborhood.

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Why this home stands out

This 1958-built home offers solid bones and a straightforward layout across 1,493 square feet. Three bedrooms and two full baths give you flexible space to work with. The location is a major draw: you're practically next door to Fairfield Forest Park and within easy reach of shopping, dining, and fitness options. Whether you're comparing Virginia Beach homes for sale or looking for something with character and convenience, the proximity to both everyday amenities and military installations makes this address stand out.

AVALON TERRACE ESTATE and the Virginia Beach real estate market

You're in a residential pocket of Virginia Beach that balances quiet living with quick access to everything. The streets here are lined with established homes and mature trees—the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23464. Fairfield Forest Park sits just a tenth of a mile away, offering green space and walking paths right at your doorstep. Daily life is easy: groceries at Food Lion and Dollar General are under a mile away, coffee and breakfast spots like Dunkin' and Brickhouse Diner are nearby, and restaurants like Ynot Italian round out your dining options. Fitness is close too—Burn Boot Camp, Team Aguirre Martial Arts, and ShapeShifters Yoga & Wellness are all within a mile. Virginia Beach itself is a sprawling, military-connected city with strong infrastructure and a mix of neighborhoods. Getting around is straightforward on local roads, and major routes connect you to the broader Hampton Roads region.

What's nearby

Fairfield Forest Park is practically your backyard—just 0.1 miles away. Carolanne Farms Neighborhood Park and Fairfield Park are both within a short walk at 0.4 miles. For groceries, Food Lion and Dollar General sit at 0.8 miles. Coffee and quick bites are even closer: Dunkin' is 0.6 miles, while Brickhouse Diner, Starbucks, and McDonald's cluster around 0.8 miles. Ynot Italian offers sit-down dining at 0.7 miles. Fitness options include Burn Boot Camp and Team Aguirre Martial Arts within a mile, plus ShapeShifters Yoga & Wellness at 1.0 mile.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 10 minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 12 minutes out. VA loan financing is widely available in this area, and homes in this price range often close quickly. The straightforward layout and move-in-ready condition appeal to those managing a transfer or duty-station change.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and two full baths give you room to spread out and grow. The 1,493-square-foot layout flows well for a household that needs flexible living and sleeping space. A fenced yard and proximity to parks like Fairfield Forest provide outdoor room for kids and pets. Storage and the overall footprint make this home work for anyone ready to move beyond a starter place.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

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

HighKempsville High School

7.5/10

MiddleKempsville Middle School

6.2/10

ElementaryWoodstock Elementary School

5.3/10

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.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

14min·7.4mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

16min·7.2mi

NNSY

Navy

19min·11.1mi

Little Creek

Navy

21min·11mi

NMCP

Navy

20min·11.5mi

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

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’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

9.2 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’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — 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

Evacuation Zone A

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

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Avalon is a Chesapeake neighborhood with suburban charm and a settled feel. It sits in a handy spot. It is a good fit for buyers who want a quality suburb that feels long settled.

$267KMedian sale · 12 mo

$203Sold $/sq ft

8dDays on market

4For sale now

$78KHH income

70%Owner-occupied

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

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CostPayment 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

$2,854/mo

Down payment20% · $94,000

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

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 & historyComparables

Asking vs. assessment136% of $344,700City assessment record · taxes $3,344/yr

Land share of assessed value59% · $204,600Improvements $140,100 · assessor record ✓

Price context: similar nearby homes$250,000 – $428,000The 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.

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

5593 Stonehaven DR · 2.5 mi · 1,450 sqft$405,000 sold 2026-02

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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)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Sep 20, 2026	$470,000	—
Sold	Sep 21, 2026	$470,000	—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

36% above assessment

Total Assessed

$344,700

Land

$204,600

Improvement

$140,100

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.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

Home	Price	Beds	Baths	Sqft	$ / sqft
5501 Gara Rdthis home	$470,000	3	2	1,493	$315
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

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 6.2/10), Kempsville (VaHome School Score 7.5/10). 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.

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 Ian Bertsch · 1st Class Real Estate Integrity · REIN MLS #10649618

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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5501 Gara Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

OverviewAbout this home

Life on the water

Facts & features

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

AVALON TERRACE ESTATE and the Virginia Beach real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

How Far Is?

Also nearby

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Military Commute

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Explore this neighborhoodAvalon

CostPayment calculator

Estimate your monthly payment

Value & historyComparables

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Public-Records Assessment

Comparable Properties

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Questions buyers ask

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Flood Risk (FEMA)