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Elizabeth Lake Estates offers amenities in a quiet area
Curled around canals off the Hampton River and stretching a bit inland, Elizabeth Lake Estates is a quiet area just 4 miles from downtown Hampton. Often simply called “Elizabeth Lakes” by locals, it has a bit of a unique setup. The neighborhood has an HOA with rules to follow and amenities, but there’s no HOA fee. Instead, what would be the HOA fee is automatically included in the real estate taxes of each home. It’s a big draw for many, though it’s not the only reason people seek out homes in the neighborhood. “It’s a friendly, neighborly community,” says Paul Bauer, a broker and co-owner of The Bauer Group Real Estate Solutions who has sold homes in the area for 10 years. “It’s close to the interstate, military bases, shopping and dining.”
Neighborhood amenities, pool membership and water access
Elizabeth Lake Estates’ little collection of amenities are close enough for most residents to walk to. “There’s a community pool there, a waterfront common area with a picnic area, basketball, and a grass volleyball court,” Baur says. There is a fee to become a member of the pool, which people who don’t live in Elizabeth Lakes can join as well, but the rest of the amenities are free to use. Residents also have direct access to canals on the Hampton River. Some homeowners live right on the water with private slips where they can launch kayaks and canoes, but for those that don’t have waterfront property, Bauer says there are a few nearby access points. “And the Hampton River flows right into the Chesapeake Bay, too, so you can go as far out as you want,” Bauer says. When residents want to enjoy the beach, Buckroe Beach is a popular option less than 4 miles away. The Chesapeake Bay beach has a fishing pier, boardwalk and lifeguards during peak season. Those looking for a hike ending with beach views drive 5 miles to Grandview Nature Preserve. It has a hiking trail that ends at the much quieter Grandview Beach.
Grandview Nature Preserve in Fox Hill offers a relaxing beach atmosphere.
Boat docks line the Hampton River canals in Elizabeth Lake Estates, perfect for kayaking or boating.
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Homes with varied architecture along sidewalk-lined streets
Sidewalks thread throughout Elizabeth Lake Heights, making its tree-shaded residential streets ideal for morning runs or evening walks, and many streets end in quiet little cul-de-sacs. Some houses back right up against its canals with private slips. Colonial Revivals, Dutch Colonials and Garrison colonials are all common, mixed in with Cape Cods and ranch-style homes. Most of these houses were built in the 1960s and 1970s, though there are a handful of slightly newer homes. Houses that need updating can start as low as $290,000, while large turnkey houses can go for as much as $570,000. Most homes max out closer to $470,000, though. Baur says this range of home prices opens the neighborhood up to a wide range of people, from first-time homebuyers to someone looking for their forever home.
Dutch Colonials mix with Cape Cods and ranches in Elizabeth Lake Estates’ varied architecture.
Colonial Revival architecture is a common sight in Elizabeth Lake Estates.
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Below average CAP Index score and mandatory flood insurance
Elizabeth Lake Estate’s CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. Hurricanes and tropical storms can pass over Hampton as a whole. Flood maps from the Federal Emergency Management Agency, or FEMA, place the homes backing the neighborhood’s canals in Flood Zone AE, meaning they have a 1% chance of flooding each year. Flood insurance is mandatory in the zone.
Regular community events at the pool
Joining the community’s pool also earns residents access to the events that the pool throws throughout the warm months. “There’s a swim team, they have community movie nights and there’s also a dog night at the pool every year,” Baur says. The Doggie Paddle takes place every year after swimming ends on the pool’s last open day of the summer. Members bring their dogs and let them have fun swimming in the pool.
Essentials nearby and entertainment 4 miles away in downtown Hampton
Elizabeth Lakes is entirely residential, but it isn’t far from shopping. Less than 2 miles away, a small shopping center along Nickerson Boulevard offers Mezcal Mexican Grill Restaurant, a popular spot for fajitas and margaritas, alongside essentials like Food Lion, Hair Cuttery and Ace Peninsula Hardware. Baur says there are some great restaurants just over 2 miles away in Phoebus, and driving just 4 miles to downtown Hampton offers even more options. “There’s tons of really cool restaurants and bars,” he says, adding that once residents find a parking space, the walkable downtown makes it easy to walk between shops and restaurants.
Fox Hill bowlers can head to Century Lanes for their weekly bowling league.
Juan's Mexican Cafe and Cantina offers Fox Hill foodies a relaxing environment.
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Highly rated Hampton City schools
Niche gives Hampton City Public Schools a B and lists it among the top 10 school districts in the Norfolk area. Children can attend Phillips Elementary School, which has a B-plus, and Benjamin Syms Middle School, which has a B, before moving on to Kecoughtan High School. The high school has a B-plus and offers forensics, women in STEM and news clubs.
Kecoughtan High School has a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1.
Located in Newport News, Benjamin Syms Middle School serves a diverse student body of approximately 897 students in grades 6-8.
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Nearby roads, highway access and Langley Air Force Base
Fox Hill Road and Woodland Road border Elizabeth Lake Estates, but the neighborhood itself consists of small residential streets. It takes a few minutes to hop onto U.S. Route 258 and the nearest Interstate 64 on-ramp is a little over 3 miles away. Langley Air Force Base is 7 miles away and the Hampton VA Medical Center is less than 4 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Elizabeth Lake Estates Community Recreation Area
Transit
Airport
Newport News/Williamsburg International
25 min drive
Bus
Fox Hill & Woodland
Bus
Fox Hill & Willow Oaks
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Elizabeth Lake Estates
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Elizabeth Lake Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Elizabeth Lake Estates, Hampton sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Elizabeth Lake Estates, Hampton over the last 12 months is $674,990, up 57% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Your dream home awaits you.... This beautiful 4 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home with almost 2,500 square feet of living space is exactly what you have been seeking. With brand new LVP flooring , pristinely painted walls why not make this your home. The remodeled eye-catching kitchen features granite countertops, porcelain tile, a new refrigerator and stove. This beauty is nestled in Fox Hill near
Welcome to Elizabeth Lake Estates - You will fall in love with this gorgeous water front located on the Hampton River which feeds into the Chesapeake Bay with 4' of water at low tide, this is a boaters dream - Geothermal heating and cooling system. Huge primary bedroom down overlooking the water with large walk in closet - 2 additional bedrooms down - large game room and 2 bedrooms up - over 1/2
Impeccably well maintained Brick ranch style home located in the Fox Hill area of Hampton . Home recently painted a,newcarpet 2 yrs old. Newer roof, newer hvac and windows Insulated garage door. Three spacious bedrooms 2 and 1/2 baths.family room with gas fireplace. Close to shopping centers and short commute to Lanley Airforce Base and Buckroe Beach.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,059
Median Age
43
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$111,065
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$124,743
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
57.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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