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$1,295,000
3051 Little Island Rd
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
MLS# 10633547 · SANDBRIDGE BEACH · Virginia Beach VA
Updated May 7, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$7,745/mo
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Price / sq ft
$587
2,207 sq ft
Days on market
0
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1973
53 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,207
Garage
Yes
About this home
Experience unparalleled coastal living with this stunning 5BR/3BA waterfront retreat on Back Bay! Boasting direct beach access and unobstructed radiant sunset views, this home is a true sanctuary. The heart of the home features a brand-new kitchen with stainless appliances and sleek granite-topped counters, flowing seamlessly over new LVP floors throughout. Major updates offer total peace of mind, including a new roo…
Listed by Keith Eakes · Sandbridge Life Realty Group
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 3051 Little Island Road — a five-bedroom, three-bath home in Sandbridge Beach, Virginia Beach, steps from the Atlantic. Built in 1973 and spanning 2,207 square feet, this property puts quiet barrier-island living within an 11-minute drive of Dam Neck Annex.
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Why this home stands out
Sandbridge Beach is one of the few stretches of Virginia Beach coastline where single-family homes sit close enough to the ocean that a morning coffee run and a barefoot walk to the water can happen before 8 a.m. At 3051 Little Island Road, you get five bedrooms — room for a growing household, visiting family, or a dedicated home office — on a barrier island that trades the boardwalk's noise for genuine neighborhood quiet.
SANDBRIDGE BEACH and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Sandbridge Beach occupies a narrow barrier island at the southern edge of Virginia Beach, separated from the resort strip by Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge. The result is a community that feels genuinely removed from the city's busier corridors while still being part of it. Streets here are low-traffic, the shoreline is uncrowded compared to the main oceanfront, and the pace of daily life reflects that. If you've been browsing houses for sale in Virginia Beach and keep circling back to the idea of water nearby, Sandbridge Beach tends to be the answer. The neighborhood runs along Sandpiper Road and Little Island Road, with the Atlantic on one side and Hells Point Creek and Back Bay on the other. Little Island City Park anchors the southern end, offering boat ramps, fishing piers, and open green space. The community is tight-knit — many households have been here for decades — and new residents tend to settle in quickly. Virginia Beach's broader amenities are roughly 20 to 30 minutes north, keeping the island feel intact without real isolation.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Mellō Beans Beach House is just 0.1 miles away — a walkable morning coffee stop that sets the tone for the kind of low-key, coastal routine Sandbridge delivers. For direct sand-and-surf access, Molly Cooper Road Beach Access is under a mile away at 0.9 miles, making spontaneous afternoon beach trips genuinely effortless. Little Island City Park, at the road's southern terminus, adds fishing, kayak launches, and open water views to the mix. Grocery and pharmacy runs head north toward the Pungo corridor or up General Booth Boulevard, both reachable in 15 to 20 minutes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Dam Neck Annex is an 11-minute drive from 3051 Little Island Road, and NAS Oceana sits about 18 minutes north. For military households, that commute math is hard to beat — especially paired with a five-bedroom layout that handles PCS moves with ease. VA loan eligibility can make a home like this even more accessible, and BAH rates for the Virginia Beach area are among the stronger ones in the Hampton Roads region.
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms across 2,207 square feet gives a growing family real breathing room — dedicated spaces for kids, guests, and a home office without anyone feeling squeezed. Add a barrier-island setting where the beach is under a mile away and the streets stay quiet, and 3051 Little Island Road starts to look less like an upgrade and more like the home you'd planned to find eventually. Sandbridge Beach has a way of making that timeline feel right.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 3051 Little Island Road from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately 11 minutes from 3051 Little Island Road by car, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Virginia Beach. The route is straightforward with minimal traffic lights through the Sandbridge corridor.
How far is 3051 Little Island Road from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly 18 minutes north of 3051 Little Island Road, accessible via General Booth Boulevard. That commute puts the home well within range for personnel stationed there.
What is the Sandbridge Beach neighborhood like day to day?
Sandbridge Beach is a quiet barrier-island community with low through-traffic, direct ocean and bay access, and a tight-knit residential character. It lacks the commercial density of the main Virginia Beach oceanfront, which most residents consider a feature rather than a drawback.
Is 3051 Little Island Road in a flood zone?
Sandbridge Beach is a barrier island, and flood zone designations are relevant to many properties in this area — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA designation assigned to 3051 Little Island Road.
Where is the nearest beach access to 3051 Little Island Road?
Molly Cooper Road Beach Access is 0.9 miles from the property, offering a quick and direct route to the Atlantic. Little Island City Park at the southern end of the road also provides waterfront access along with boat ramps and fishing facilities.
Ready to see 3051 Little Island Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Sandbridge Beach well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
3051 Little Island RD, Virginia Beach
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,207
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$1,295,000
Price / Sq Ft
$587
Annual Taxes
$7,771
Monthly Tax
$648
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.60%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 10, 2026 | $1,295,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $1,295,000 | — |
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About buying in Virginia Beach
Virginia Beach is the largest city in Hampton Roads and one of Virginia's most desirable real estate markets. From oceanfront condos along the boardwalk to golf-course communities in Kempsville, established family neighborhoods in Great Neck, and waterfront homes along the Lynnhaven River, the housing inventory here is unusually varied. The city's strong public schools, mild coastal climate, and proximity to Naval Air Station Oceana keep buyer demand consistent year-round, and active inventory typically ranges from sub-$300K starter homes to multi-million-dollar luxury estates.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$7,745/moPrincipal & interest
$6,719
Property tax
$648
Home insurance
$378
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 Sandbridge Life Realty Group · MLS# 10633547
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$1,295,000
3051 Little Island RD, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
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