Why this home stands out
At 3,800 square feet, 849 Bishopsgate Lane delivers the kind of square footage that's genuinely hard to find at this scale in Virginia Beach — four bedrooms, three full baths plus a half bath, and enough breathing room that everyone in the household can carve out their own space. The 1986 construction era means solid bones, traditional proportions, and rooms sized for real living rather than the compressed floor plans common in newer builds.
BISHOPSGATE and the Virginia Beach real estate market
Virginia Beach is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast, and the area surrounding Bishopsgate Lane reflects that reputation well. This part of the city sits comfortably inland from the resort strip, which means you get the benefit of Virginia Beach's coastal identity — ocean breezes, a strong local economy, and a community that genuinely loves where it lives — without the congestion of the tourist corridor. The surrounding streets are established and residential in character, with mature tree canopy and a settled, neighborhood feel that newer developments simply haven't had time to build. Neighbors here tend to put down roots. Daily errands are straightforward: grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and retail are all within a short drive, and major corridors like Virginia Beach Boulevard and Independence Boulevard keep you connected to the broader metro without a long commute. It's the kind of address where you can be somewhere in ten minutes or stay home and feel completely at ease.
What's nearby
Everyday life runs smoothly from Bishopsgate Lane. Grocery options are close by, and the broader Kempsville and Lynnhaven corridor puts a wide range of dining, coffee shops, and retail within easy reach. Red Mill Commons and Lynnhaven Mall are both accessible in under fifteen minutes for bigger shopping runs. Outdoor options include First Landing State Park and the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, each reachable in roughly twenty minutes. For a quick nature reset closer to home, several community parks and green spaces dot the surrounding neighborhoods. The interstate network — I-264 and I-64 — is nearby, making Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Hampton all practical for regular travel.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NAS Oceana is eight minutes away and JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is eleven — two of Hampton Roads' busiest installations practically at your doorstep. For a military household, that kind of proximity cuts commute stress dramatically and keeps BAH working hard. Four bedrooms and 3,800 square feet give the whole family genuine space, and a VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than many buyers expect.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current home, 849 Bishopsgate Lane answers the call. Four bedrooms and 3,800 square feet mean dedicated space for kids, guests, a home office, or all three at once. The 1986 build gives you traditional room proportions — actual dining rooms, real closets, a layout designed around how families live — in an established Virginia Beach neighborhood where the community is already in place.
More buyer questions
How far is 849 Bishopsgate Lane from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is approximately eight minutes from 849 Bishopsgate Lane under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in this size range.
How far is 849 Bishopsgate Lane from JEB Little Creek-Fort Story?
JEB Little Creek-Fort Story is roughly eleven minutes away, giving households with assignments at either installation a genuinely convenient commute from this address.
What is the square footage of 849 Bishopsgate Lane?
The home measures 3,800 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and three and a half baths, offering substantially more room than the typical Virginia Beach single-family home in this area.
Is 849 Bishopsgate Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
What year was 849 Bishopsgate Lane built?
The home was built in 1986, placing it in a construction era known for traditional floor plans, generous room dimensions, and established neighborhood surroundings.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Virginia Beach well. Reach out to get your questions answered and take a closer look at 849 Bishopsgate Lane.
