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3beds
1.1baths
1,396sqft
7days on market

5840 Pickering St, Virginia Beach, VA 23462

ActiveResidential · built 1970 · LAKE EDWARD WEST

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

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

Frontage

Lake ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1970

Price / sqft

$158

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,740/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10650060

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,396
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
6
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Lake

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0441
Subdivision
LAKE EDWARD WEST
Zoning
A12
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Off Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Additional Attachments, Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

See more Virginia Beach waterfront homes.

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

About this home

Welcome to 5840 Pickering Street! This three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath townhouse offers approximately 1,396 square feet of living space in Virginia Beach's Lake Edward West community. The traditional two-story layout provides three bedrooms, multiple living spaces and a backyard with water views. The location offers convenient access to shopping, dining, Virginia Beach Town Center, Norfolk Premium Outlets and major commuting routes connecting Virginia Beach, Norfolk and the surrounding Hampton Roads area. The property is being sold as-is and is tenant occupied. A minimum of 24 hours' notice is required for all showings. Please text the listing agent to set up a showing.

Listing courtesy of James Callahan · CoastalVA Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10650060

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

A solid 1,396-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1970 on Pickering Street in Virginia Beach — eight minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story and surrounded by everyday conveniences that make the 23462 zip code an easy place to put down roots.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 5840 Pickering Street apart is its combination of practical size, a half-bath that keeps morning routines moving, and a location that punches well above its square footage. You're eight minutes from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story, close to a walkable cluster of groceries and restaurants, and positioned in a zip code where families comparing Virginia Beach homes for sale consistently find strong value relative to the broader market.

LAKE EDWARD WEST and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Pickering Street sits in the heart of the 23462 zip code — a central Virginia Beach corridor that balances suburban calm with genuine everyday convenience. The surrounding blocks have a lived-in, community feel: modest lots, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stay a while. Virginia Beach itself is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, which means you get a surprisingly diverse range of environments within a short drive — oceanfront, wooded suburbs, and everything in between. The city's economy is anchored by a strong military presence, a growing tech sector, and a hospitality industry that keeps the broader job market active. Lake Edward Park is half a mile away and gives the neighborhood a natural gathering point. For families comparing homes for sale in Virginia Beach, this part of the city offers proximity to both bases and the beach without the premium price tag of the resort corridor.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely walkable from Pickering Street. Tienda Latina La Bendicion and Grand Mart are both within a third of a mile for groceries, and Marnes Juanita Latin Store is just as close. When you want a quick bite, Andale Guey Tacos is two-tenths of a mile away, and Charleys Cheesesteaks is a short walk in the other direction. Vida Nutrition is four-tenths of a mile out if you prefer a wellness-focused coffee stop. For fitness, Southside Barbell and Pink Pearl Gymnastics are both under a mile. Lake Edward Park and Lake Edward North Park give you two green spaces within half a mile — useful for morning runs or weekend afternoons outside.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to JEB Little Creek-Fort Story makes 5840 Pickering Street a practical choice for active-duty households. USCG Base Portsmouth is 13 minutes out, so dual-military couples have real flexibility. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward, and the central 23462 location keeps PCS transitions manageable — you're never far from the base, the commissary corridor, or I-264.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms, a half-bath, and 1,396 square feet give first-time buyers a real home — not a starter compromise. Homes for sale in 23462 at this size and vintage tend to offer more breathing room than newer construction at a comparable footprint. You're close to groceries, green space, and two military bases, which means the location holds broad appeal whether your plans evolve or stay exactly as you imagined.

More buyer questions

How far is 5840 Pickering Street from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?

The drive is approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the more convenient addresses in Virginia Beach for personnel assigned to that installation.

What is the square footage and layout of 5840 Pickering Street?

The home offers 1,396 square feet with three bedrooms and one and a half baths — a layout that works well for small families or households that want a dedicated guest room or home office.

Is 5840 Pickering Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data.

Where are the nearest parks to 5840 Pickering Street?

Lake Edward Park is about half a mile away and Lake Edward North Park is six-tenths of a mile — both are within easy walking or biking distance for outdoor time close to home.

Are there good grocery options within walking distance of Pickering Street?

Yes — Tienda Latina La Bendicion, Marnes Juanita Latin Store, and Grand Mart are all within a third of a mile, giving you solid day-to-day options without needing to drive.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know the 23462 zip code well. Reach out to talk through what families comparing homes for sale zoned for Bayside High School should know about this block and this home.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Cypress Point

Cypress Point is a planned golf-course community in the Bayside area of northern Virginia Beach, built around the semi-private Cypress Point Country Club and its 18-hole course near Wesleyan Drive and Cypress Point Boulevard.

$383K

Median sale · 12 mo

$205

Sold $/sq ft

20d

Days on market

15

For sale now

$95K

HH income

78.3%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

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

$1,351/mo

Principal & interest

$1,142

Property tax

$145

Home insurance

$64

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

123% of $179,400

City assessment record · taxes $1,740/yr

Land share of assessed value

38% — $68,000

Improvements $111,400 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$290,000 – $325,000

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.

4810 Tunlaw CT · 2.8 mi · 1,330 sqft$307,500 sold 2026-03
612 Pinnacle DR · 3.1 mi · 1,416 sqft$316,000 sold 2026-07
524 Mulligan DR · 3 mi · 1,458 sqft$320,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$220,000

Price / Sq Ft

$158

Annual Taxes

$1,740

Monthly Tax

$145

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.79%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 19, 2026$220,000—
Currently listed—$220,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

23% above assessment

Total Assessed

$179,400

Land

$68,000

Improvement

$111,400

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

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Market tempo

7 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 5840 Pickering St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Diamond Springs Elementary School, Bayside Middle (VaHome School Score 3.7/10), Bayside (VaHome School Score 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5840 Pickering St 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 5840 Pickering St a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake.
Does 5840 Pickering St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5840 Pickering St built?+
It was built in 1970, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of James Callahan · CoastalVA Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10650060

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5840 Pickering St, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23462 · MLS #10650060 · 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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