Why this home stands out
What sets 5877 Echingham Drive apart is the combination of a compact, low-maintenance footprint and an almost absurdly convenient location. Harris Teeter is literally four-tenths of a mile away, three fitness studios are within walking distance, and both the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are reachable in well under 15 minutes. For anyone who values time, this address quietly delivers it back to you every single day.
TARLETON OAKS and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Echingham Drive sits in a well-established residential pocket of Virginia Beach — one of the most populated and economically diverse cities on the East Coast. Virginia Beach stretches from the Chesapeake Bay to the Atlantic Ocean, and this interior section near the Greenbrier corridor offers a quieter, suburban rhythm without sacrificing access to the city's broader amenities. The streets here are lined with homes built in the late 1990s through mid-2000s, giving the area a cohesive, mature feel. Neighbors tend to be a mix of military families, working professionals, and long-term residents who appreciate the area's stability. Virginia Beach is known for its low crime rates relative to other Hampton Roads cities, its strong city services, and a parks system that punches well above its weight. From Echingham Drive, you're genuinely central — close to I-64, close to the Chesapeake border, and close to the kind of daily conveniences that make a neighborhood feel like home.
What's nearby
Daily life from 5877 Echingham Drive is remarkably well-stocked. Harris Teeter and DG Market are both under half a mile for grocery runs, and when dinner plans fall through, Great Wall Chinese Restaurant, America's Greatest Wings & Gyro, and Bronco Mexican Grill are all within a four-minute walk. Coffee is equally covered — Starbucks Coffee Company and Sun Flour Cafe are right around the corner, with Ginger Sweets Pastry Cafe just a touch farther. For fitness, Changing Lives Martial Arts Greenbrier, Dawn Pilates Studio, and Anytime Fitness give you real options without a drive. Alexandria Park, Field 4, and City View Park are all within half a mile for outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is just four minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a 12-minute drive — making 5877 Echingham Drive one of the more strategically located addresses in Virginia Beach for dual-mission households. A VA loan can make this 1,625-square-foot home even more accessible, and the short commutes leave more time for the things that actually matter.
For first-time buyers
At 1,625 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, 5877 Echingham Drive is sized right for a first home — enough space to grow into without the overwhelm of a sprawling property. Everything you need day-to-day is within half a mile, so you're not trading convenience for affordability. A VA loan may also be an option worth exploring if you qualify.
More buyer questions
How far is 5877 Echingham Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 12 minutes from 5877 Echingham Drive under typical traffic conditions. The route via I-64 is straightforward and consistent for most shift schedules.
How far is 5877 Echingham Drive from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 4 minutes from this address — one of the closest residential options you'll find to that installation in Virginia Beach.
What grocery stores are near 5877 Echingham Drive?
Harris Teeter and DG Market are both approximately 0.4 miles away, making grocery runs quick and easy without needing to plan around traffic.
Is there an HOA at 5877 Echingham Drive?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current listing disclosures or directly with the seller — details can vary and are worth verifying before making any decisions.
Is 5877 Echingham Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this parcel.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get your questions answered or schedule a walkthrough of 5877 Echingham Drive.
