Lago Mar Homes for Sale in Virginia Beach, VA
Lago Mar is one of southern Virginia Beach's signature waterfront communities, woven around a network of lakes and canals. Its name is Spanish for "lake" and "sea," reflecting the neighborhood's setting near the Atlantic and the lakes of the surrounding area. Bordered by Nimmo Parkway to the north and Sandbridge Road to the south in the 23456 ZIP, it is the last established neighborhood before the dunes of Sandbridge, earning it the nickname "Gateway to Virginia's Outer Banks." The community was shaped by developer John Aragona, whose Florida roots inspired a canal vision; his original plan to run a canal all the way to the ocean was limited by the Army Corps of Engineers at Ashville Bridge Creek. Lago Mar is known for its Spanish-influenced street names, mature live oaks and magnolias, and generously sized lots. Housing runs from established single-family homes in the original sections to newer construction in the Back Bay at Lago Mar area, with a number of canal- and lake-front properties scattered throughout.
10 homes for sale in Lago Mar right now.
10
Active Listings
$914,900
Median List Price
$243
Avg. $ / Sq. Ft.
11
Avg. Days on Market
1d ago
Newest Listing
Live from the REIN MLS, refreshed continuously. Stats reflect active for-sale inventory in Lago Mar.
$1,300,000
801 Dasa Leo CT, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$1,300,000
2421 Sabina WAY, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$1,199,000
2280 Rio Rancho DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$1,050,000
917 Sonora CT, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$929,900
920 Corrente LN, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$899,900
1009 Ranchero RD, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$890,000
2564 Entrada DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$879,900
2617 Rio Grande CT, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$4,700
1001 Santa Clara CT, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
$4,200
2273 Rio Rancho DR, VIRGINIABEACH VA 23456
Virginia Beach, Virginia 23456
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Living in Lago Mar
Daily life in Lago Mar centers on the water and the outdoors. The canal system was built around Ashville Bridge Creek, a tributary of the Back Bay watershed, making kayaking, paddleboarding, and small-boat outings part of the routine for waterfront owners, while the neighborhood's walking loop draws walkers, joggers, and cyclists. Three neighborhood parks offer playgrounds, tennis courts, and picnic areas, and golf carts are permitted on streets south of Nimmo Trail; some newer sections, such as Back Bay at Lago Mar, add their own community pool and amenities. Everyday shopping, dining, and groceries are a short bike ride or drive away at Red Mill Commons, and Hell's Point Golf Club (on Atwoodtown Road at the community's southeast edge) and the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge sit just beyond the neighborhood for golf, hiking, fishing, and birding. Sandbridge Beach is only minutes south, the Virginia Beach Oceanfront is roughly a 15-minute drive, and the location offers access to NAS Oceana, the Training Support Center at Dam Neck, and other Hampton Roads installations. Homes are predominantly single-family, many on larger lots with mature landscaping and varied, non-uniform designs.
Lago Mar's housing stock spans several eras. Its development began in the mid-to-late 20th century, and the original sections are anchored by established single-family homes, extending into recent new construction in the Back Bay at Lago Mar area, where building activity continues. Architectural character varies widely — from traditional coastal and brick homes to custom and contemporary designs — rather than a single repeated builder model, and lots tend to be larger than the Virginia Beach average, often with established trees. Demand is driven by the combination of in-water living (canal- and lake-front lots with paddle and boat access), proximity to Sandbridge Beach and the Oceanfront, and easy reach to the region's military bases. Waterfront and newer homes typically attract the strongest interest, and the limited number of true canal-access lots keeps that segment especially sought after.
Lago Mar real estate FAQ
What kinds of homes are in Lago Mar?+
Lago Mar is almost entirely single-family homes, ranging from established residences in the original sections to newer construction in the Back Bay at Lago Mar section. Styles are varied rather than uniform, spanning traditional, brick, coastal, and contemporary custom designs, and many sit on larger lots with mature landscaping. A portion of the homes front the community's lakes or canals.
Are there waterfront homes in Lago Mar?+
Yes. Lago Mar was designed around a system of lakes and canals, so a meaningful share of homes are lakefront or canal-front. The canal system was built around Ashville Bridge Creek, a tributary of the Back Bay watershed, allowing kayaking, paddleboarding, and small-boat access. True waterfront lots are limited in number, so they tend to be among the most sought-after properties in the neighborhood.
How far is Lago Mar from the Oceanfront and the nearest base?+
Lago Mar sits in southern Virginia Beach between Nimmo Parkway and Sandbridge Road, with Sandbridge Beach just minutes south and the Virginia Beach Oceanfront roughly a 15-minute drive away. The location offers access to NAS Oceana and the Training Support Center at Dam Neck, with other Hampton Roads installations reachable via General Booth Boulevard and connecting routes. Actual drive times vary with traffic and your exact address.
What schools serve Lago Mar?+
Lago Mar is zoned to Virginia Beach City Public Schools. Students are generally assigned to Red Mill Elementary and Princess Anne Middle School; as of the latest GreatSchools data, Red Mill Elementary holds a 9 out of 10 rating and Princess Anne Middle a 10 out of 10, though ratings are updated periodically. High school assignment splits geographically — homes south of Nimmo Trail are typically zoned to Floyd E. Kellam High School and those north of Nimmo Trail (the Lago Mar Back Bay area) to Ocean Lakes High School. Confirm your specific address and current ratings with the VBCPS School Locator and GreatSchools.
Does Lago Mar have a homeowners association and community amenities?+
The original sections of Lago Mar are largely without a single mandatory neighborhood-wide HOA, while newer sub-sections such as Back Bay at Lago Mar have their own associations and amenities, which can include a community pool. Shared neighborhood features include three parks with playgrounds, tennis courts, and picnic areas, plus the neighborhood walking and cycling loop. Golf carts are permitted on streets south of Nimmo Trail. Because dues and amenities differ by section, verify the specifics for any individual home.
How competitive is the Lago Mar housing market?+
Lago Mar draws steady interest thanks to its waterfront lots, larger parcels, and proximity to Sandbridge Beach and the region's bases, and the supply of true canal-access homes is limited. Waterfront and newer-construction homes generally see the strongest demand, while established interior homes offer comparatively more options. Use the live market stats on this page for the current count of active listings and price trends, since conditions shift throughout the year.
About Virginia Beach
Homes for sale in Virginia Beach, VA span every price point and lifestyle — from oceanfront condos along the famous Boardwalk to sprawling waterfront estates on the Lynnhaven River and Linkhorn Bay. As the largest city in Hampton Roads, Virginia Beach offers an unusually varied real estate market: established family neighborhoods in Great Neck (ZIP 23454), golf-course communities in Kempsville (23464), modern townhomes near Town Center (23462), and beach-cottage living along Sandbridge (23456). Whether you're searching for a starter home under $300K, a family home in a top-rated school district, or a luxury property north of $2 million, the active MLS inventory updates daily here. Buyer demand stays strong year-round, driven by Virginia Beach's mild coastal climate, the consistently top-ranked Virginia Beach City Public Schools (Kempsville High, Floyd E. Kellam High, Princess Anne High, and Cox High among them), and the city's role as home to Naval Air Station Oceana — the largest master jet base in the country. Military families relocating here through PCS orders make up a meaningful share of buyers, and VA loan financing is widely used. First-time buyers gravitate toward the inland ZIPs (23464, 23456, 23452), while second-home and luxury buyers tend toward 23451 (Oceanfront/North End) and 23454 (Great Neck/Bay Colony). Below you'll find every active Virginia Beach home for sale pulled live from the REIN MLS and refreshed every 5 minutes.
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