Why this home stands out
Three full bathrooms in a 1963-era home is genuinely uncommon — most houses of that vintage were built with one and a half. That extra bath changes the daily math for households with multiple schedules. Add nearly 2,000 square feet on a residential street with quick access to both NAS Oceana and the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake, and 653 Edwin Drive covers a lot of ground for its footprint.
LARKSPUR and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Edwin Drive sits in the interior of Virginia Beach, in the 23462 zip code — a well-established part of the city that developed steadily through the 1960s and 1970s. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and the neighborhood has the settled, low-turnover feel of a place where people tend to stay. You're close enough to the Kempsville corridor to reach everyday errands quickly, but far enough from the resort strip that traffic stays manageable. Virginia Beach as a whole offers something most coastal cities can't match: a military-friendly infrastructure, a genuinely diverse dining and retail scene, and year-round outdoor access — all without the density of a major metro. The 23462 zip sits roughly in the geographic center of the city, which means you can reach the oceanfront, the western suburbs, or the naval corridor without committing to a long drive in any direction. Families comparing homes for sale in Virginia Beach often find that this central band of the city offers the best balance of commute flexibility and neighborhood calm.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Edwin Drive. Groceries are covered within a short drive — E Mart, Festive Foods, and a bp are all within 0.7 miles. For food and drinks, Sneeky Pete's, YamaChen's Sushi, and Cheds Bar and Grill are all within half a mile, giving you real variety without a long drive. Coffee runs are handled by WeCare Salon Cafe and C4 Coffee Cafe @ Princess Anne, both about 0.6 miles out. If you like to stay active, International Yoga Institute, My Personal Gym, Inc., and VBA Fitness are all nearby. Lark Downs Park and Larkspur Greens Park, each about 0.7 miles away, give you green space for walks and weekend afternoons.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is roughly 12 minutes from the front door, and the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 13 — two major installations within easy reach of a single address. For households managing a VA loan and looking for a commute that doesn't eat the day, 653 Edwin Drive lands in a practical spot. Three full bathrooms help when schedules don't line up, and the central Virginia Beach location keeps options open for future duty-station changes.
More buyer questions
How far is 653 Edwin Drive from NAS Oceana?
The drive from 653 Edwin Drive to NAS Oceana runs about 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes it one of the more convenient addresses in central Virginia Beach for personnel assigned to the base.
What zip code is 653 Edwin Drive in?
The property is in the 23462 zip code, which covers a central swath of Virginia Beach. Buyers browsing homes for sale in 23462 will find this part of the city offers solid access to both the Kempsville commercial corridor and the broader Virginia Beach road network.
Is 653 Edwin Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Review that section for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
How many bathrooms does 653 Edwin Drive have?
The home has three full bathrooms — an unusually high count for a 1963-built property of this size. Most homes from that era were constructed with significantly fewer.
What parks are near 653 Edwin Drive?
Lark Downs Park and Larkspur Greens Park are both about 0.7 miles from the address, offering accessible green space for walks, recreation, and outdoor time without leaving the immediate neighborhood.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what 653 Edwin Drive could mean for your next move.
