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969 Earl Of Essex ARCH, VIRGINIA BEACH VA 23454 - Main photo
4beds
2baths
1,891sqft
21days on market

969 Earl Of Essex Arch, Virginia Beach, VA 23454

SoldResidential · built 1971 · WELLINGTON WOODS

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1971

Price / sqft

$283

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,178/yr

County

Virginia Beach VA

MLS #

10634484

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,891
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2300
Subdivision
WELLINGTON WOODS
Zoning
R10
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Tucked away in sought after Wellington Woods, this spacious brick ranch offers the lifestyle so many buyers are searching for in the heart of Virginia Beach. Imagine relaxing evenings by the fireplace, summer cookouts in the oversized backyard, and creating your own outdoor oasis with room for a future pool. The single level layout offers spacious rooms and endless potential to make it truly your own. Located in the Cox High School district with no HOA, this home is just miles from the Virginia Beach oceanfront, shopping, restaurants, parks, military bases, and interstate access while still offering the quiet charm of an established neighborhood with mature trees and larger lots. Whether hosting friends and family or enjoying a peaceful evening at home, this property offers space, location, and opportunity all in one.

Listing courtesy of Deborah Daniel · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10634484

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

969 Earl Of Essex Arch is a four-bedroom, two-bath single-family home in Virginia Beach, Virginia, offering 1,891 square feet of living space on a property built in 1971. It sits on a street with an unusual arch-shaped layout that gives the block a quieter, low-traffic character.

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Why this home stands out

The address itself tells part of the story — Earl Of Essex Arch is one of those curved, self-contained streets that loops back on itself, keeping through-traffic out and giving the block a neighborhood-within-a-neighborhood feel. At 1,891 square feet across four bedrooms, the floor plan gives everyone room to spread out, and the 1971 construction era typically means solid bones, generous room proportions, and mature landscaping that newer subdivisions simply haven't had time to grow.

WELLINGTON WOODS and the Virginia Beach real estate market

Virginia Beach is one of the most livable cities on the East Coast, and the zip code 23454 sits comfortably in the middle of it — far enough from the resort strip to feel residential, close enough to enjoy everything the oceanfront brings. When people search for homes virginia beach, they're often looking for exactly this kind of balance: real neighborhoods with sidewalks and mature trees, reasonable commutes, and easy access to the water without the noise of a tourist corridor. The 23454 area is characterized by established subdivisions from the 1960s through the 1980s, where lots tend to be generous and streets have a settled, lived-in quality. Neighbors here have often been around for decades, which tends to show in how well properties are maintained. Virginia Beach's year-round mild climate means outdoor living is genuinely practical for most of the calendar, and the city's parks system, trail network, and coastal access points are all within reach.

What's nearby

Daily life is well-supported from this address. Grocery runs are straightforward with multiple options along Virginia Beach Boulevard and Independence Boulevard within a short drive. Lynnhaven Mall and the surrounding retail corridor along Route 58 put a wide range of shopping and dining within easy reach. For green space, First Landing State Park is one of the region's standout outdoor destinations and sits just a few miles to the northeast. The Oceanfront boardwalk and beach access points are a quick drive east. Several urgent care clinics and pharmacies are clustered nearby, and the general connectivity of this part of Virginia Beach means you're rarely more than ten or fifteen minutes from whatever you need.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Virginia Beach sits at the heart of one of the densest military communities in the country, and 969 Earl Of Essex Arch is well-positioned for it. Naval Air Station Oceana is roughly ten to fifteen minutes away, making morning commutes manageable. Joint Expeditionary Base Little Creek and Naval Station Norfolk are also accessible without a punishing drive. For families weighing a house in virginia beach against other Hampton Roads options, this location threads the needle between base access and genuine neighborhood living.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and nearly 1,900 square feet give a growing family real room to work with — dedicated spaces for kids, a home office, or a guest room without anyone feeling squeezed. The 1971 build era typically delivers larger room footprints than comparable square footage in newer construction. Add in the low-traffic arch street layout and you have the kind of environment where kids can actually play outside, and parents can actually relax.

More buyer questions

How far is 969 Earl Of Essex Arch from Naval Air Station Oceana?

NAS Oceana is approximately 10 to 15 minutes by car depending on the route and time of day, making it one of the more convenient Virginia Beach addresses for personnel stationed there.

What is the lot and street layout like on Earl Of Essex Arch?

Earl Of Essex Arch is a curved, arch-shaped street that loops back onto itself, which naturally limits through-traffic and gives the block a quieter, more contained feel than a standard grid street.

How far is 969 Earl Of Essex Arch from the Virginia Beach Oceanfront?

The Oceanfront boardwalk and beach access are roughly 10 to 15 minutes east by car, close enough for regular use without being in the middle of the resort district's activity.

Is 969 Earl Of Essex Arch in a flood zone?

Flood zone status 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 is the general character of the 23454 zip code in Virginia Beach?

The 23454 zip code covers an established residential section of Virginia Beach featuring subdivisions primarily built from the 1960s through the 1980s, with mature trees, generous lot sizes, and a settled neighborhood atmosphere well away from the tourist corridor.

Want to know more about 969 Earl Of Essex Arch or explore comparable properties in Virginia Beach? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help you take the next step.

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

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Virginia Beach$450K – $620K4+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

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

Military Aircraft Zone Information

Aircraft Noise

70-75 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

Wellington

Wellington is a master-planned single-family community in the Toano area of upper James City County, just off Rochambeau Drive near Interstate 64 in greater Williamsburg, Virginia.

$502K

Median sale · 12 mo

$200

Sold $/sq ft

18d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$90K

HH income

61.2%

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

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$3,280/mo

Principal & interest

$2,776

Property tax

$348

Home insurance

$156

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

124% of $430,700

City assessment record · taxes $4,178/yr

Land share of assessed value

58% — $250,000

Improvements $180,700 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$420,000 – $485,000

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.

2473 Elon DR · 2.1 mi · 1,872 sqft$485,000 sold 2026-07
2529 Elon DR · 2.1 mi · 1,900 sqft$430,000 sold 2026-06
2524 Dellwood DR · 2.1 mi · 1,872 sqft$440,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$535,000

Price / Sq Ft

$283

Annual Taxes

$4,178

Monthly Tax

$348

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.78%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price increasedJun 22, 2026$535,000+$10,000
ListedAug 20, 2026$535,000—
SoldJun 18, 2026$535,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

24% above assessment

Total Assessed

$430,700

Land

$250,000

Improvement

$180,700

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

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Questions buyers ask

Is 969 Earl Of Essex Arch in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Trantwood Elementary (VaHome School Score 9.3/10), Great Neck Middle (VaHome School Score 9/10), Frank W. Cox (VaHome School Score 8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 969 Earl Of Essex Arch 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 969 Earl Of Essex Arch have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 969 Earl Of Essex Arch built?+
It was built in 1971, 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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