Why this home stands out
Single-story living is harder to find than you'd think in this part of Virginia Beach, and 5744 Earnhardt St delivers it on a generous footprint. Three true bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,360 square feet of ranch-style layout mean no stairs to navigate and no wasted square footage. The 1981 build era brought solid construction standards, and the lot gives you real outdoor space without the upkeep of a sprawling estate.
BRANDON and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Virginia Beach is one of those cities that surprises people — it's far more than a summer beach town. The area around Earnhardt St sits in the inland, residential heart of the city, where quiet streets and mature trees define the pace. If you've ever wondered about things to do in winter in Virginia Beach, this side of the city answers the question well: the Virginia Aquarium, First Landing State Park trails, and the Oceanfront boardwalk are all year-round destinations, and the local dining and arts scene keeps going long after Labor Day. The 23464 zip code is a practical, well-established corner of Virginia Beach — close to major corridors like Indian River Road and South Independence Boulevard, but insulated from the noise. Neighbors here tend to stay for years, and the area has a settled, community feel that newer developments rarely replicate. Virginia Beach as a whole carries one of the largest city footprints on the East Coast, which means you get urban-level amenities without the density of a traditional city grid.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Earnhardt St. Grocery runs are quick with multiple options along South Independence Blvd and Kempsville Road. Coffee shops, fast-casual dining, and sit-down restaurants are all within a short drive in every direction. Chesapeake Square and the Kempsville area offer retail variety without a long haul. For green space, Lake Lawson and Lake Smith Natural Area is a local favorite for walking and kayaking. Pharmacies, urgent care clinics, and big-box home improvement stores are all within a five-to-ten-minute radius, making routine errands genuinely low-effort.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
The USCG Finance Center in Chesapeake is just six minutes from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you'll find in this price tier of Virginia Beach. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a straight twelve-minute shot as well. A VA loan can make ownership here a realistic first step, and the single-story layout adapts well to the changing needs that come with military life and frequent moves.
For first-time buyers
A three-bedroom, two-bath ranch with no stairs and a manageable footprint is a genuinely strong entry point into Virginia Beach homeownership. The 1981 build means the home has real bones — not a cookie-cutter new construction, but a property with character and room to make your own. The surrounding neighborhood is stable and walkable to parks, which makes it easy to settle in and actually enjoy where you live.
More buyer questions
How far is 5744 Earnhardt St from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 12 minutes from 5744 Earnhardt St under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient residential options for shipyard personnel who want to stay on the Virginia Beach side of the city.
How far is 5744 Earnhardt St from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center in Chesapeake is about 6 minutes away, making Earnhardt St an exceptionally practical address for Coast Guard personnel and civilian employees stationed there.
What is the flood risk at 5744 Earnhardt St?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date assessment.
Is there an HOA at 5744 Earnhardt St?
Based on available information, this property does not appear to be subject to a mandatory HOA, though buyers should verify this during the due-diligence period with a title search or municipal records review.
What are the nearest grocery and shopping options to Earnhardt St?
South Independence Boulevard and Kempsville Road are both close by and lined with grocery stores, pharmacies, and retail options — most within a five-to-ten-minute drive from the front door.
Want to know if 5744 Earnhardt St is the right fit? Tom and Dariya Milan can walk you through the details, the neighborhood, and your next steps — reach out anytime.
