Why this home stands out
What sets 675 Baker Road apart is its combination of compact efficiency and genuine convenience. At 1,476 square feet, the footprint is manageable without feeling tight, and the 1969 construction era means solid bones with room to personalize. The location does real work for you — two grocery clusters, a neighborhood park, and a quick shot to the base all within half a mile. Among Virginia Beach homes for sale, that kind of daily-life infrastructure is harder to find than it looks.
LAKE EDWARD WEST and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Baker Road sits in a mature, established pocket of Virginia Beach, tucked between the Kempsville corridor and the Lake Edward greenway. The surrounding streets have the unhurried feel of a neighborhood that has been lived in and cared for across decades — sidewalks, mature trees, and a mix of long-term owners who know their neighbors by name. Virginia Beach itself spans from the Oceanfront to the western suburbs, and this address lands in the inland middle: close enough to the water to enjoy it on weekends, far enough from the tourist corridors to stay quiet on a Tuesday. The city's park system, library branches, and recreation centers are all within a reasonable drive, and Interstate 264 and Route 44 give you straightforward access to downtown Norfolk, the Naval district, and beyond. Families comparing homes for sale in Virginia Beach often appreciate how this part of the city balances neighborhood calm with genuine urban access.
What's nearby
Groceries are essentially at your doorstep — Tienda Latina La Bendicion is 0.2 miles away, with Grand Mart and Marnes Juanita Latin Store both within 0.3 miles, so a last-minute dinner run is never a production. For a quick bite, Andale Guey Tacos is just down the road at 0.2 miles, and Charleys Cheesesteaks rounds out the options at 0.3 miles. Vida Nutrition at 0.4 miles is a solid stop for a morning smoothie or coffee. When you want to move your body, Southside Barbell and Pink Pearl Gymnastics are both 0.7 miles out, and Lake Edward Park and Lake Edward North Park offer open green space within half a mile for walks, fresh air, and weekend downtime.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is an eight-minute drive from Baker Road, and USCG Base Portsmouth is reachable in about thirteen. That kind of proximity keeps commutes predictable and leaves more of the day for everything else. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible — and the compact, low-maintenance layout fits the practical mindset that military life tends to build.
For first-time buyers
At 1,476 square feet with two bedrooms and a half bath, 675 Baker Road is sized right for someone stepping into ownership without overextending. The 1969 build gives you a structurally mature home, and the walkable grocery and park access means you are not dependent on a car for every errand. Among homes for sale in 23462, this address offers a grounded, livable starting point.
More buyer questions
How far is 675 Baker Road from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
The drive runs about eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient addresses for personnel assigned there. The route is straightforward with no highway merges required.
Is 675 Baker Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that tile before making any decisions is always a good idea.
What zip code does 675 Baker Road fall in?
The property is in zip code 23462, a mid-city Virginia Beach zip that covers the Kempsville area and surrounding neighborhoods. Buyers comparing homes for sale in 23462 will find this address near the geographic center of that zip.
How big is the home at 675 Baker Road?
The home measures 1,476 square feet with two bedrooms and one and a half baths, built in 1969. It is a single-family residential property with a footprint that works well for smaller households or those who prefer less square footage to maintain.
Are there parks near 675 Baker Road?
Yes — Lake Edward Park is about 0.5 miles away and Lake Edward North Park is 0.6 miles out, both walkable from the address. They offer open green space that is easy to reach without getting in a car.
Curious whether 675 Baker Road fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well — reach out and let's talk through it.
