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Virginia BeachCROATAN845 S Atlantic Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10627871 · record updated Jun 26, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
845 S Atlantic AVE, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23451 - Main photo
$1,300,000
$377 / sqft · est. $8,020/mo →
4beds
3.1baths
3,448sqft
66days on market

845 S Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

SoldResidential · built 1996 · CROATAN

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Experience coastal living at its finest in this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home, perfectly positioned to capture amazing views of the Atlantic Ocean. Soak in the scenery from the main living area or step outside onto multiple ocean-facing decks designed for relaxation and entertaining. The serene primary suite offers its own private deck, tranquil water views, and a beautifully updated en-suite bath—your personal retreat by the sea. The bright, modern kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and durable LVP flooring This home is thoughtfully equipped with premium amenities, including a tankless hot water heater, whole-house generator, Culligan Water System, laundry chute, and an elevator for added convenience. The main roof is only 4 years old, complemented by a TPO roof over the garage for long-lasting durability. Priced $290,100 under 12/25 appraisal.

Listing courtesy of Cindy Adams · Swell Real Estate Co · REIN MLS #10627871

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 845 S Atlantic Ave — a 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath home in Virginia Beach's Croatan neighborhood, just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. At 3,448 square feet on a compact lot, this 1996-built property puts serious square footage, multiple baths, and beach-town living all in one address.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 845 S Atlantic Ave apart is the combination of scale and location that's genuinely rare in Croatan. Three-and-a-half baths across 3,448 square feet means everyone gets space — and privacy — without anyone feeling crowded. Add the fact that Beach Park is literally 0.1 miles away, Dam Neck Annex is a four-minute drive, and the Atlantic Ocean is part of your everyday backdrop, and this address starts to feel less like a house and more like a lifestyle decision.

CROATAN and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Croatan is one of those Virginia Beach neighborhoods that locals tend to keep to themselves. Tucked between the oceanfront and the Owl Creek inlet, it occupies a narrow strip of land that gives it a genuine peninsula feel — water on multiple sides, a tight-knit community vibe, and a pace that's noticeably slower than the resort strip a mile north. The streets here are quiet, the lots are close together in the way beach communities often are, and neighbors tend to know each other by name. If you've been searching through homes for sale in Virginia Beach and wondering where the real beach life actually happens away from the tourist corridor, Croatan is your answer. The neighborhood sits in Virginia Beach's resort district but feels like its own world — connected enough to everything the city offers, separate enough to feel like a retreat. Whether you're walking to the water, cycling to the inlet, or simply sitting on the porch listening to the ocean, daily life here has a rhythm that's hard to replicate anywhere else in Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Beach Park is essentially your front yard at 0.1 miles away — a rare convenience for a neighborhood this close to the ocean. The Jetty and Grommet Island Park are both under a mile, giving you multiple outdoor options without getting in a car. When it's time to eat, Big Sam's Inlet Cafe & Raw Bar, Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar, and The Dock Grill are all within a mile, each with that waterfront-casual energy that makes a Tuesday dinner feel like a weekend. Camp Pendleton Gym is 0.9 miles away for those who prefer structured workouts alongside their beach runs.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is four minutes from your front door, and NAS Oceana is seven. For military families, that kind of commute changes daily life in real ways — more time at home, less time in traffic. A VA loan can make a 3,448-square-foot home in Croatan more accessible than many people expect, and your BAH in the Virginia Beach area is well-suited to a property of this size and location.

For buyers drawn to character

Croatan doesn't show up on most buyers' radar — and that's exactly what makes it special. This isn't a generic subdivision; it's a real beach neighborhood with a distinct identity, ocean proximity, and a community feel that larger resort-area developments simply can't manufacture. If you're looking for houses for sale in Virginia Beach that have genuine character and a sense of place, 845 S Atlantic Ave deserves a serious look.

More buyer questions

How far is 845 S Atlantic Ave from Dam Neck Annex?

Dam Neck Annex is approximately 4 minutes by car from 845 S Atlantic Ave, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the base in Virginia Beach. The short commute is a meaningful quality-of-life factor for personnel stationed there.

How far is 845 S Atlantic Ave from NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is about 7 minutes from this address, a quick drive that keeps Croatan well within range for personnel at the naval air station.

What is the Croatan neighborhood like in Virginia Beach?

Croatan is a quiet, oceanside neighborhood situated between the Atlantic Ocean and Owl Creek inlet, giving it a peninsula character that feels distinct from the broader resort area. It's known for its tight-knit community, water access, and proximity to parks and waterfront dining.

Is 845 S Atlantic Ave in a flood zone?

Given its location in Croatan near the Atlantic Ocean and Owl Creek inlet, flood zone status is an important consideration for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.

Are there parks and outdoor spaces near 845 S Atlantic Ave?

Beach Park is just 0.1 miles away, and both The Jetty and Grommet Island Park are within 0.8 miles — giving you multiple outdoor destinations within easy walking or cycling distance of the front door.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Croatan and the Virginia Beach oceanfront market well. Reach out to get the full picture on 845 S Atlantic Ave and what it takes to make it yours.

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

1996

Price / sqft

$377

HOA

None

Taxes

$10,747/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10627871

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
3,448
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Office/Study
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Backup Generator, Ceiling Fan, Jetted Tub, Security Sys

Construction & exterior

Style
Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1145
Subdivision
CROATAN
Zoning
R10
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

65-70 dB DNL

Accident Potential Zone

Not in a mapped Accident Potential Zone

Source: U.S. Navy AICUZ — Air Installations Compatible Use Zones (via city GIS)

Explore this neighborhood

Croatan Beach

Croatan Beach is an oceanfront neighborhood known for its exclusive beach lifestyle, direct ocean access, and premium residential properties.

$1.27M

Median sale · 12 mo

$379

Sold $/sq ft

18d

Days on market

2

For sale now

$176K

HH income

81.7%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Homes at this tier often trade in cash or portfolio financing — the calculator below shows a financed view; taxes are from the public record.

Estimate your monthly payment

$8,020/mo

Principal & interest

$6,745

Property tax

$896

Home insurance

$379

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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

101% of $1,283,900

City assessment record · taxes $10,747/yr

Land share of assessed value

60% — $770,000

Improvements $513,900 · 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

$1,061,000$1,775,000

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.

832 Surfside AVE · 0.1 mi · 3,624 sqft$1,375,000 sold 2026-07
713 Vanderbilt AVE · 0.1 mi · 3,612 sqft$1,775,000 sold 2026-07
604 Fort Raleigh DR · 0.4 mi · 3,414 sqft$1,125,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,300,000

Price / Sq Ft

$377

Annual Taxes

$10,747

Monthly Tax

$896

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.83%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 21, 2026$1,300,000
Price reducedJun 26, 2026$1,300,000−$49,900
SoldJun 25, 2026$1,300,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$1,283,900

Land

$770,000

Improvement

$513,900

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.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 845 S Atlantic Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are W.T. Cooke Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), Virginia Beach Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), First Colonial (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 845 S Atlantic Ave 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.
Does 845 S Atlantic Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 845 S Atlantic Ave built?+
It was built in 1996, 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 Cindy Adams · Swell Real Estate Co · REIN MLS #10627871

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845 S Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 · MLS #10627871 · 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.