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Virginia BeachCROATAN853 S Atlantic Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10642221 · record updated Jul 13, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$1,325,000
$473 / sqft · est. $8,132/mo →
3beds
2.2baths
2,800sqft
11days on market

853 S Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451

ActiveResidential · built 1988 · CROATAN

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

To own a luxury property in sought-after Croatan is a privilege. To own one that captures ocean views, inside and out, offers abundant sunshine in the main living area, and ocean breezes on two decks is none other than heavenly. One need not look further or pay direct oceanfront prices to enjoy these luxuries in this home located on the south end of S Atlantic. It seems quieter here, too, and there's a private, fenced yard that can serve many purposes. The kitchen opens to the living room with fireplace on one end and a den on the other making it easy to entertain guests or to observe children while cooking. In addition to three bedrooms and baths, there's a loft area with a huge attic which could be built-out to serve as another room or bedroom. Easy to show. Owner to retain possession until end of December for subsequent move to a retirement community.

Listing courtesy of Katherine Ripberger · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10642221

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

853 S Atlantic Ave is a 3-bedroom, 2,800-square-foot home built in 1988 in Virginia Beach, sitting just four minutes from Dam Neck Annex and seven minutes from NAS Oceana — a rare combination of coastal city living and effortless base access.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 853 S Atlantic Ave apart is that address itself: South Atlantic Avenue places you squarely in one of Virginia Beach's most sought-after coastal corridors, where the Atlantic Ocean is a short walk away and the energy of the Oceanfront is close without overwhelming daily life. Add 2,800 square feet of living space, a 1988 build that offers solid bones with room to personalize, and two full half-baths alongside two full baths, and this property checks boxes that are genuinely hard to stack in one address.

CROATAN and the Virginia Beach real estate market

South Atlantic Avenue runs through the heart of Virginia Beach's oceanfront district, a stretch of the city where the salt air is real and the lifestyle is built around the water. This part of Virginia Beach sits in the southern reaches of the resort strip, where the density of the boardwalk gives way to a more residential feel while still keeping you close to everything the beach city has to offer. You're in Virginia Beach proper, which means city services, a strong infrastructure, and a coastline that draws people from across the Mid-Atlantic. The neighborhood along South Atlantic carries a mix of long-time residents and families who chose this zip code — 23451 — specifically because it delivers on the promise of coastal Virginia living. Shops, seafood restaurants, coffee spots, and the beach itself are woven into the daily routine here. It's a place where morning walks have an ocean backdrop and weekends don't require a road trip to feel like a getaway.

What's nearby

Daily errands and leisure are well within reach from 853 S Atlantic Ave. The Virginia Beach Oceanfront boardwalk is just minutes away on foot or by car, offering restaurants, shops, and year-round events. Grocery options along the Virginia Beach Boulevard corridor keep pantry runs quick. The Virginia Beach Farmers Market is a short drive inland for fresh produce and local goods. Chick's Oyster Bar and similar waterfront dining spots are close neighbors. First Landing State Park sits a short drive north for hiking and kayaking. For coffee, the Atlantic Ave strip itself has multiple cafés within easy walking distance.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is four minutes away and NAS Oceana is seven — that kind of commute is genuinely rare in Hampton Roads. For military families navigating PCS orders, 853 S Atlantic Ave puts two major installations within a single-digit drive, which means more time at home and less time on the road. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible; it's worth running the numbers with a lender who knows the Virginia Beach market.

For families upgrading

At 2,800 square feet, 853 S Atlantic Ave gives a growing family real room to breathe — three bedrooms, two full baths, and two half-baths spread across a layout that handles busy mornings and full households without feeling cramped. The Virginia Beach location means your kids grow up with the ocean as a backyard and a city that invests in parks, recreation, and community infrastructure. This is the kind of address families move into and stay.

More buyer questions

How far is 853 S Atlantic Ave from Dam Neck Annex?

Dam Neck Annex is approximately four minutes by car from 853 S Atlantic Ave, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the installation in Virginia Beach. That proximity is a significant draw for personnel stationed there.

How far is 853 S Atlantic Ave from NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is about seven minutes by car, placing this address within easy reach of one of the Navy's largest master jet bases on the East Coast. The short commute is a consistent advantage for active-duty personnel and civilian employees alike.

What is the flood zone status for 853 S Atlantic Ave?

Given the property's location in the Virginia Beach oceanfront corridor, flood zone designation is an important factor to review — the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page provides the current FEMA zone information for this specific address.

Is there an HOA at 853 S Atlantic Ave?

HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents, as community association requirements can vary along the South Atlantic Avenue corridor. Your agent can pull the latest HOA details during the due-diligence process.

What is the walk score like for this address?

South Atlantic Avenue is one of the more walkable corridors in Virginia Beach, with the boardwalk, dining, and beach access all reachable on foot from this block. Everyday errands may still require a short drive, but the pedestrian experience here is well above average for the region.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this stretch of Virginia Beach well — reach out to get a straight answer on whether 853 S Atlantic Ave fits your goals.

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

1988

Price / sqft

$473

HOA

None

Taxes

$10,448/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10642221

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,800
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
3
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener
Accessibility
Level Flooring

Construction & exterior

Style
Craftsman
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
CROATAN
Zoning
R10
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Multi Car, Driveway Spc
Possession
END OF DEC. '26
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 intelligence

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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

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

$8,132/mo

Principal & interest

$6,875

Property tax

$871

Home insurance

$386

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

123% of $1,077,100

City assessment record · taxes $10,448/yr

Land share of assessed value

71% — $770,000

Improvements $307,100 · 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

$985,000$1,260,000

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.

665 S Atlantic AVE · 0.2 mi · 2,800 sqft$1,000,000 sold 2026-05
533 Vanderbilt AVE · 0.3 mi · 2,800 sqft$1,260,000 sold 2026-06
425 Maryland CT · 0.1 mi · 3,000 sqft$1,130,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$1,325,000

Price / Sq Ft

$473

Annual Taxes

$10,448

Monthly Tax

$871

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.79%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 2, 2026$1,325,000
Currently listed$1,325,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

23% above assessment

Total Assessed

$1,077,100

Land

$770,000

Improvement

$307,100

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.

Market tempo

11 days on market — read it in context

Higher-priced homes market more slowly by nature: the buyer pool is smaller and diligence is heavier. Days-on-market at this tier is a rhythm, not a warning.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 853 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 853 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 853 S Atlantic Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 853 S Atlantic Ave built?+
It was built in 1988, 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 Katherine Ripberger · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10642221

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853 S Atlantic Ave, Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 · MLS #10642221 · 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.