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Virginia BeachBALLYLINN SHORES824 E Sparrow Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10624698 · record updated Jun 17, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
824 E Sparrow RD, VIRGINIA BEACH VA 23464 - Main photo
$485,000
$261 / sqft · est. $3,006/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,857sqft
88days on market

824 E Sparrow Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23464

SoldResidential · built 1956 · BALLYLINN SHORES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Put this first on your list! Fully rehabbed in 2024, this eco conscious Craftsman type ranch's upgrades feature fully remodeled kitchen with quartz counter tops and stainless-steel appliances (Chef's 5 burner gas range with electric oven). Remodeled bathrooms. Other upgrades include LVP flooring in sunken den & primary bedroom and refinished hardwood in the other areas, new windows throughout, new electrical and plumbing throughout, HVAC system including duct work and double wide driveway. The fenced property with back patio is great for privacy, entertaining and gardening. Land to build on, ample storage and RV or toys parking. Located on just under an acre in close proximity to interstates, shipyards, military bases, the oceanfront and shopping areas.

Listing courtesy of Paul Bauer · The Bauer Group-RE Solutions · REIN MLS #10624698

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 824 E Sparrow Rd — a 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch on a generous 0.8-acre lot in Virginia Beach's Ballylinn Shores neighborhood. Built in 1956, this 1,857-square-foot home offers rare breathing room, mature surroundings, and quick access to two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

Eight-tenths of an acre is genuinely hard to find inside Virginia Beach city limits, and that's exactly what 824 E Sparrow Rd delivers. The 1956 build means solid mid-century bones — likely a concrete-block or brick foundation — with a footprint that gives you room to expand, garden, or simply enjoy a backyard that doesn't feel like a postage stamp. Three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,857 square feet round out a layout that's comfortable without being oversized.

BALLYLINN SHORES and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Ballylinn Shores sits in the southern tier of Virginia Beach, a part of the city that trades the oceanfront buzz for quieter, tree-lined streets and noticeably larger lots. The neighborhood has a settled, established character — most homes here date from the 1950s through the 1970s — and longtime residents tend to stay put, which gives the area a genuine sense of community. If you're searching for a house for sale virginia beach va with real land attached, this pocket of the city consistently delivers options that newer subdivisions simply can't match. Virginia Beach itself is the largest city by area in the continental U.S., and that scale works in your favor here: you're far enough from the resort strip to avoid the summer congestion, yet still within the same city limits that give you access to everything the region offers. Kempsville Road and Indian River Road connect you quickly to the rest of Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from E Sparrow Rd. Beasley's Farm is just 0.6 miles away — a local grocery option that's convenient for quick runs. Hungry? Levels Lounge, Jackie Chen, and Irwin's Fountain are all within 0.6 miles, giving you solid variety without a long drive. Lecove Park is only 0.4 miles out, and Blue Heron Landing Park is 0.7 miles away — both are walkable or a very short bike ride. River Shores Office Park sits about a mile out if you need it. For grab-and-go mornings, a McDonald's and two 7-Eleven locations are all within 0.8 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 7 minutes from the front door, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 8 minutes out — two of the shortest commutes you'll find in this price tier of Virginia Beach. A VA loan pairs naturally with a property like this, and your BAH rate for the Hampton Roads area is calibrated to a market where 0.8-acre lots carry real value. Short commutes and real land — that combination is rare.

For families upgrading

If your current home feels tight, 824 E Sparrow Rd answers that directly. The 0.8-acre lot gives kids genuine outdoor space, and the three-bedroom, two-bath layout supports a household that needs room to spread out. Ballylinn Shores is a stable, owner-occupied neighborhood where you're not constantly surrounded by turnover — the kind of place where you actually get to know your neighbors over time.

More buyer questions

How far is 824 E Sparrow Rd from USCG Base Portsmouth?

The drive is approximately 7 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it among the closer Virginia Beach addresses to the base, which is a meaningful advantage for early-morning muster schedules.

How far is 824 E Sparrow Rd from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 8 minutes away by car. The proximity to two separate installations makes this address unusually flexible for dual-military households.

What is the lot size at 824 E Sparrow Rd?

The lot is 0.8 acres, which is substantially larger than the typical Virginia Beach residential parcel and relatively uncommon for an in-city address at this price tier.

Is 824 E Sparrow Rd in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any associated insurance considerations.

What parks are near 824 E Sparrow Rd?

Lecove Park is 0.4 miles away and is the closest green space, while Blue Heron Landing Park is about 0.7 miles out — both are easily reachable on foot or by bike from the property.

Want to walk the lot or get a closer look at the floor plan? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ballylinn Shores well — reach out and they'll set it up.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1956

Price / sqft

$261

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,171/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10624698

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,857
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Front Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump W/A
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump W/A
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.8000
Subdivision
BALLYLINN SHORES
Zoning
R10
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Pet on Premises

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515531

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Woodstock

Woodstock is an established residential neighborhood in the Kempsville area of central Virginia Beach, centered on Woodstock Road near Providence Road and within easy reach of I-64.

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For sale now

$87K

HH income

76.5%

Owner-occupied

U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$3,006/mo

Principal & interest

$2,517

Property tax

$348

Home insurance

$141

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

113% of $430,000

City assessment record · taxes $4,171/yr

Land share of assessed value

46% — $197,000

Improvements $233,000 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$375,000$453,500

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

800 Pinecrest RD · 0.1 mi · 1,602 sqft$379,000 sold 2026-07
3213 Milissa ST · 0.8 mi · 1,656 sqft$392,000 sold 2026-06
2984 Queen City RD · 1.2 mi · 1,778 sqft$445,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$485,000

Price / Sq Ft

$261

Annual Taxes

$4,171

Monthly Tax

$348

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMar 22, 2026$485,000
Price increasedJun 18, 2026$485,000+$5,000
SoldJun 16, 2026$485,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

13% above assessment

Total Assessed

$430,000

Land

$197,000

Improvement

$233,000

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Virginia Beach Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 824 E Sparrow Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Woodstock Elementary (GreatSchools 4/10), Kempsville Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Tallwood (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 824 E Sparrow Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Are there parks near 824 E Sparrow Rd?+
Lecove Park is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 824 E Sparrow Rd?+
Beasley's Farm is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is Levels Lounge (0.6 mi).
Does 824 E Sparrow Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 824 E Sparrow Rd built?+
It was built in 1956, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Paul Bauer · The Bauer Group-RE Solutions · REIN MLS #10624698

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824 E Sparrow Rd, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464 · MLS #10624698 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.