6 days on market
$659,000
6489 Knotts Island Rd
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23457
MLS# 10635176 · KNOTTS ISLAND · Virginia Beach VA
Updated Jun 2, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$4,078/mo
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Price / sq ft
$231
2,853 sq ft
Days on market
6
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1995
31 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
2,853
Garage
Yes
About this home
Private 3-acre retreat in the heart of Knotts Island on Knotts Island Road with sweeping marsh views and access to the National Wildlife Refuge. Located in the Kellam school district, this 3 bed / 2.5 bath home is truly turn-key and blends privacy, natural surroundings, and thoughtful updates. Recent improvements include a remodeled kitchen with white shaker cabinets, granite countertops, undermount sink, and stylish…
Listed by Kathy Howell-Humphreys · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 6489 Knotts Island Road — a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home spanning 2,853 square feet in the far southern reaches of Virginia Beach. Built in 1995, this residential property sits along one of the region's most scenic rural corridors, where wide-open land and water views define everyday life.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 6489 Knotts Island Road apart is its location on Knotts Island itself — a semi-isolated peninsula accessible by a short ferry ride or a scenic drive through Currituck County, North Carolina. That geography creates a lifestyle you simply can't replicate closer to the city: low traffic, natural surroundings, and a genuine sense of space, all while carrying a Virginia Beach mailing address.
KNOTTS ISLAND and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Knotts Island is one of Virginia Beach's most distinctive addresses — a quiet, rural community tucked between Currituck Sound and the North Carolina border. Life here moves at a different pace. You're surrounded by marshland, wildlife refuges, and working farms rather than subdivisions and strip malls. The Knotts Island Ferry, operated by the NC Department of Transportation, connects residents to Currituck County across the sound, making it a genuinely unique commute option. For anyone searching real estate va beach and hoping to find something that feels nothing like the resort strip, this corridor delivers. Virginia Beach is technically your city, but the character here is all its own — rural, water-adjacent, and refreshingly unhurried. The broader city still provides your government services, and the southern zip code (23457) places you within reach of the Outer Banks as easily as downtown Norfolk.
What's nearby
Daily essentials require a bit of a drive from Knotts Island, which is part of the appeal for residents who value privacy over convenience. The nearest grocery and pharmacy options are found heading north toward Princess Anne or crossing into Currituck County. Knotts Island has its own small post office and a handful of local businesses. Outdoor recreation is the real draw: the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge is practically at your doorstep, offering trails, paddling, and exceptional birding. The North Carolina Outer Banks are roughly 45 minutes south, making weekend beach trips effortless.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex sits about 33 minutes north, and NAS Oceana is roughly 39 minutes away — both manageable for the right assignment. If you're using a VA loan and your BAH supports it, Knotts Island offers a rare combination: a Virginia Beach address with acreage-style privacy that's hard to find anywhere near the base corridors. Families who want space between work and home will find this stretch genuinely compelling.
For buyers drawn to character
If your version of real estate virginia beach means escaping cookie-cutter neighborhoods for something with actual personality, Knotts Island Road delivers. A 1995-built home with nearly 2,900 square feet, surrounded by wildlife refuge land and open water views — this is the kind of address people move to intentionally, not by default. You're not just buying a house; you're buying into a way of life most Virginia Beach residents don't even know exists.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 6489 Knotts Island Road from Dam Neck Annex?
The drive from Knotts Island Road to Dam Neck Annex is approximately 33 minutes under normal conditions, heading north through Virginia Beach via Princess Anne Road.
How do you get to Knotts Island, Virginia Beach?
You can reach Knotts Island two ways: by driving south through Currituck County, North Carolina and back up into Virginia, or by taking the free Knotts Island Ferry, which crosses Currituck Sound from Currituck, NC and runs on a scheduled daily basis.
What is the neighborhood like around 6489 Knotts Island Road?
The area is rural and low-density, characterized by farmland, marshes, and proximity to the Mackay Island National Wildlife Refuge. It's one of the quietest corners of Virginia Beach, with very little through traffic and a strong sense of community among long-term residents.
Is 6489 Knotts Island Road in a flood zone?
Given its location on a coastal peninsula between Currituck Sound and the Atlantic flyway, flood zone status is an important consideration for this address — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation.
Are there HOA fees associated with 6489 Knotts Island Road?
This property does not appear to be part of a mandatory HOA, though you should confirm current covenants or any voluntary community associations during the due-diligence period.
Curious whether Knotts Island fits your lifestyle? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corner of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through what life on the island actually looks like.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
2,853
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$659,000
Price / Sq Ft
$231
Annual Taxes
$5,601
Monthly Tax
$467
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.85%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 27, 2026 | $659,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $659,000 | — |
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About buying in Virginia Beach
Homes for sale in Virginia Beach, VA span every price point and lifestyle — from oceanfront condos along the famous Boardwalk to sprawling waterfront estates on the Lynnhaven River and Linkhorn Bay. As the largest city in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach offers an unusually varied real estate market: established family neighborhoods in Great Neck (ZIP 23454), golf-course communities in Kempsville (23464), modern townhomes near Town Center (23462), and beach-cottage living along Sandbridge (23456). Whether you're searching for a starter home under $300K, a family home in a top-rated school district, or a luxury property north of $2 million, the active MLS inventory updates daily here. Buyer demand stays strong year-round, driven by Virginia Beach's mild coastal climate, the consistently top-ranked Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Kempsville High, Floyd E. Kellam High, Princess Anne High, and Cox High among them), and the city's role as home to Naval Air Station Oceana — the largest master jet base in the country. Military families relocating here through PCS orders make up a meaningful share of buyers, and VA loan financing is widely used. First-time buyers gravitate toward the inland ZIPs (23464, 23456, 23452), while second-home and luxury buyers tend toward 23451 (Oceanfront/North End) and 23454 (Great Neck/Bay Colony). Below you'll find every active Virginia Beach home for sale pulled live from the REIN MLS and refreshed every 5 minutes.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$4,078/moPrincipal & interest
$3,419
Property tax
$467
Home insurance
$192
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · MLS# 10635176
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$659,000
6489 Knotts Island RD, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23457
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23457
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