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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
34days 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

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

853 S Atlantic Avenue puts you steps from the Virginia Beach oceanfront in a 2,800-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1988. With Dam Neck Annex four minutes away and the Atlantic at your doorstep, this address blends coastal living with genuine everyday convenience.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 853 S Atlantic Avenue apart is the combination of scale and location that's genuinely rare along this stretch of Virginia Beach. At 2,800 square feet, you get real living space — room to spread out, host, and breathe — without sacrificing the walk-to-the-water lifestyle that draws people to this zip code in the first place. Two and a half baths, three bedrooms, and a 1988 build means solid bones with room to make it your own.

CROATAN and the Virginia Beach real estate market

South Atlantic Avenue sits in one of Virginia Beach's most coveted coastal corridors, where the energy of the oceanfront meets the quieter rhythm of a residential street. You're in the 23451 zip code — the heart of the resort area — yet the block itself has a neighborhood feel that surprises first-time visitors. Virginia Beach is the most populous city in Virginia, and this corner of it draws people who want the full coastal package: salt air, walkable parks, and a dining scene built around fresh seafood and waterfront views. The city's year-round population keeps local businesses thriving well past Labor Day, so the neighborhood never fully goes quiet. Proximity to both Dam Neck Annex and NAS Oceana makes this corridor a natural landing spot for military families who want a short commute and a lifestyle that feels like a permanent vacation — without giving up the square footage a growing household actually needs.

What's nearby

Beach Park is just 0.2 miles away — an easy walk for morning coffee or an afternoon with kids. The Jetty and Grommet Island Park are both under a mile, giving you two more green spaces with waterfront character. When it's time to eat, Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar, Big Sam's Inlet Cafe & Raw Bar, and The Dock Grill are all within 0.9 miles, each leaning into the coastal seafood vibe this part of Virginia Beach does best. Staying active is equally simple — Camp Pendleton Gym is 0.8 miles out, a convenient option for military personnel and civilians alike.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Dam Neck Annex is a four-minute drive from 853 S Atlantic Avenue, and NAS Oceana is seven minutes out — two of Hampton Roads' most active installations within easy reach. A VA loan can make a home this size at this address more attainable than many families expect, and the short commute means more time at home and less time on the road.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1988 build on South Atlantic Avenue carries the kind of architectural character you don't find in newer construction — generous room proportions, a layout designed for real living, and a street presence that fits the coastal neighborhood around it. If you're drawn to homes with history and a sense of place, this block delivers that alongside one of Virginia Beach's most walkable, water-adjacent settings.

More buyer questions

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

Dam Neck Annex is approximately four minutes by car from 853 S Atlantic Avenue, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in Virginia Beach. The short commute is a significant draw for personnel stationed there.

How far is 853 S Atlantic Avenue from NAS Oceana?

NAS Oceana is about seven minutes from the address by car. That puts two major installations within a combined ten-minute radius, which is unusual even for this part of Virginia Beach.

Is 853 S Atlantic Avenue in a flood zone?

Given the property's proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Rudee Inlet, flood zone status is an important consideration — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.

What is the walkability like around 853 S Atlantic Avenue?

Walkability is a genuine strength here — Beach Park is 0.2 miles away, three waterfront restaurants are under a mile, and the oceanfront boardwalk is accessible on foot. For a Virginia Beach address, that level of walkable amenity is hard to match.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 853 S Atlantic Avenue?

Yes — eligible active-duty service members and veterans can use a VA loan to purchase this property, and given the proximity to Dam Neck Annex and NAS Oceana, many buyers in this corridor do exactly that.

Curious how 853 S Atlantic Avenue fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Virginia Beach corridor well — reach out and let's talk through the details.

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

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

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.

$1.26M

Median sale · 12 mo

$377

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

1

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/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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
628 Surfside AVE · 0.2 mi · 2,912 sqft$1,000,000 sold 2026-08

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 1, 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

34 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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