Why this home stands out
What sets 816 13th Street apart is its combination of newer construction — 2009 build quality in a city where much of the surrounding housing stock is older — and a location that puts you within a short walk of multiple restaurants, two gyms, and green space. You get the walkability of an established urban neighborhood without the maintenance headaches of a decades-old home. That balance is genuinely hard to find in this part of Virginia Beach.
LAKEWOOD and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Virginia Beach is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast — a place where the Atlantic coastline, a thriving local food scene, and a strong military community all share the same zip code. The 23451 corridor, which runs through the inland side of the resort area and into the Shadowlawn district, has a grounded, neighborhood feel that surprises a lot of newcomers. Streets are walkable, local businesses are independent and interesting, and the mix of residents — military families, long-timers, young professionals — gives the area real texture. Homes for sale in Virginia Beach at this price point and in this location are genuinely competitive, because the demand for walkable, newer-construction properties close to the oceanfront and two major bases stays consistent year over year. The city itself offers world-class parks, a 35-mile coastline, and a restaurant scene that keeps expanding.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 816 13th Street. Icehouse Restaurant, Tad's Deli, and Zeke's are all within two-tenths of a mile — dinner or a casual lunch is practically a front-door decision. Fathom Coffee is three-tenths of a mile away when you need a proper morning cup. For fitness, TakeOver Athletics Shadowlawn, Kaizen Athletics, and ReStormi Pilates are all within a short walk, giving you real options for how you want to move. Virginia Legends Park and Vibe Park are both 0.4 miles out, and the Barreled Sculpture installation nearby adds a creative, arts-forward touch to the neighborhood streetscape. Grocery runs are covered by Tienda Latina La Tapatia 2 and Prise's Food Mart, each under half a mile.
For different buyers
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing Virginia Beach homes for sale as a first purchase, 816 13th Street offers something that matters a lot early on: a newer build in a walkable location with two bases nearby. The 2009 construction means updated systems, and the 1,758 square feet gives you real room to grow without overextending. The neighborhood has energy — coffee shops, gyms, and restaurants within walking distance — so you're buying into a lifestyle, not just a floor plan.
More buyer questions
How far is 816 13th Street from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately six minutes by car from 816 13th Street, making it one of the closer off-base addresses to the installation. Dam Neck Annex is just one minute farther at roughly seven minutes.
Is 816 13th Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA map data for 23451.
What is the square footage and layout of 816 13th Street?
The home offers 1,758 square feet across a 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath layout, built in 2009 — newer construction relative to much of the surrounding Virginia Beach housing stock.
What parks and green space are near 816 13th Street?
Virginia Legends Park and Vibe Park are both within 0.4 miles, and the Barreled Sculpture installation adds a public art element to the immediate neighborhood — all walkable from the front door.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase homes for sale in 23451?
Yes — VA loan financing is widely used throughout Virginia Beach, and properties in the 23451 zip code, including 816 13th Street, are eligible provided the home meets VA appraisal standards.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well. Reach out to get a straight answer on 816 13th Street and what it takes to make it yours.
