Why this home stands out
What sets 823 Mission Avenue apart is the combination of a 2004 build — meaning modern construction standards and systems — with a location that puts groceries, green space, fitness, and coffee all within a short walk or quick drive. Virginia Beach homes for sale at this size and vintage in a zip code this central don't sit quietly for long, and this address checks the boxes that matter most: proximity to base, everyday errands handled close to home, and a neighborhood that feels genuinely livable.
THE CARRIAGE HOMES@TOWNE SQ. and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Mission Avenue sits inside the 23462 zip code, a centrally positioned slice of Virginia Beach that connects the city's inland residential fabric to its commercial corridors without feeling like either. The streets here are quiet and suburban in character, with a mix of homes from the late 1990s through the mid-2000s that give the area a cohesive, established feel. Virginia Beach as a whole offers a rare combination: oceanfront recreation, a strong military community, and a city government that consistently invests in parks, infrastructure, and public amenities. The 23462 corridor in particular benefits from easy access to both the Virginia Beach Expressway and Interstate 264, which means downtown Norfolk, the Oceanfront, and the region's major employment hubs are all reachable without a frustrating commute. Families comparing homes for sale in 23462 will find this part of the city strikes a balance between affordability and access that's hard to replicate closer to the water.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life runs smoothly from Mission Avenue. Kroger Marketplace and Kroger Bakery are both half a mile away, handling the weekly grocery run with ease, and the Kroger Deli is right there when you want something quick. A 7-Eleven sits just 0.3 miles out for coffee and convenience, with Starbucks Coffee Company and Poolside Cooking Cafe rounding out the morning options nearby. Town Square Neighborhood Park is 0.4 miles away — a short walk for an afternoon reset — and Larkspur Greens Park and Dahlia Park add more green space within a mile. Planet Fitness, Body Matrixx By Jewrell, and Harmony Health: Yoga & Pilates all sit under a mile away, giving you real choices for how you move.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Nine minutes to NAS Oceana and fifteen to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake — 823 Mission Avenue is built for the military household that needs a short commute and a stable, livable neighborhood. A VA loan pairs naturally with a 2004-built home like this, where modern systems reduce the surprise costs that older properties can carry. Groceries, parks, and fitness are all within a mile, which matters when schedules are already full.
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing homes for sale in Virginia Beach and want a starting point that doesn't ask you to compromise on size or location, 823 Mission Avenue is worth a close look. Three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,866 square feet give you real room to grow, and the 2004 build means you're not inheriting a long list of deferred maintenance. Everyday errands are walkable, and the neighborhood is the kind of quiet that actually feels like a feature.
More buyer questions
How far is 823 Mission Avenue from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately nine minutes from 823 Mission Avenue by car, making this one of the more convenient addresses in Virginia Beach for personnel stationed there. The route avoids most of the city's heavier traffic corridors.
What zip code is 823 Mission Avenue in?
The property is in zip code 23462, a centrally located Virginia Beach zip that offers quick access to I-264, the Virginia Beach Expressway, and the city's main commercial and employment corridors.
Is 823 Mission Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA designation for the property.
What schools are associated with 823 Mission Avenue?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Green Run High School and homes for sale zoned for White Oaks Elementary School will find 823 Mission Avenue falls within those attendance zones — confirm current boundaries with Virginia Beach City Public Schools directly, as zones can change.
Are there parks within walking distance of 823 Mission Avenue?
Yes — Town Square Neighborhood Park is just 0.4 miles away, and both Larkspur Greens Park and Dahlia Park are under a mile from the front door, giving the neighborhood a genuinely walkable feel for outdoor time.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this zip code well. Reach out to talk through 823 Mission Avenue, get a current market read, or schedule a walkthrough at your convenience.
