Ocean Park
Beach cottages, contemporary homes and condos
With street names like Ocean Tide Drive and Whispering Sand Lane, the water is always calling in Ocean Park. This beachside community is just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay. A drive through the neighborhood presents charming beach cottages with a mix of contemporary homes. The area also features a few historic properties dating to the early 1900s. Three-story beach houses, condos and two-unit duplexes are typical, most with garages resting on small lots. Many residences emphasize outdoor living featuring large porches and balconies. “The market is great in Ocean Park,” Hadder says. Homes here typically sell for between $500,000 to $800,000.
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Virginia Beach City Public Schools earns top marks
Students can attend one of the several nearby highly rated public schools, including Thoroughgood Elementary, Great Neck Middle and Cox High School, all of which earn an A grade from Niche. Students interested in learning a foreign language can apply to Great Neck Middle’s Dual Language Immersion Program.
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Get lost in nature at Pleasure House Point Natural Area
Among 118 acres of tidal marsh and maritime forests is the hidden oasis of the Pleasure House Point Natural Area. Perfect for nature lovers, visitors can go hiking through sandy trails that meander between live oaks and observe the Carolina chickadee resting on branches. To preserve the natural areas, no motor vehicles or bikes are allowed, but the Lynnhaven River provides gentle waters for kayaking or canoes. This park offers breathtaking views of native wildlife and plant life just a short walk away. The kids will love hanging out at Loch Haven Park and playing in the playground. Visit the Bayville Golf Club and play a game of golf along the plush fairways of the 401-yard, par-4 eighth-hole course. Founded in 1995, this is a member-only club with a state-of-the-art practice facility and fine dining restaurant, Bayville Tavern -- a hub for social events. End the evening with a walk along the beach at sunset, “It’s just beautiful," Hadder says. "It’s something you have to come to see yourself."Grocery Stores and local restaurants on Shore Drive
Along Shore Drive, there's a Kroger and an abundance of breweries, beachside shops and local eateries from seafood to Southern fare. Start the morning at American Brew, a locally owned coffee shop where residents can pick up a steamy latte and their signature "brewrrito" for breakfast. For lunch, head to Froggie’s for good ol’ Southern staples featuring fried frog legs and the house-smoked brisket "sammich". Just across Lesner Bridge are waterside restaurants where residents can pull up their boats. The Shellfish Company is known for its year-round fresh catches that include flounder, tuna and salmon.
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Community events that bring the neighborhood together
The Ocean Park Volunteer Rescue Squad was founded in 1942 and is a pillar in the community providing 24-hour emergency service and pre-hospital care for residents. Meet neighbors at a monthly meeting hosted by The Ocean Park Civic League, founded in 1944. The organization is committed to preserving the neighborhood’s history and improving the quality of life for residents. Not only do they provide a yearly scholarship for students, but they host several annual events. Don't miss out on the yearly Firework Show, Spring Fling or Fall Festival featuring local food and live music.Close to Highway 60 and the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel
Due to Ocean Park’s suburban streetscape, the area is car-dependent. Shore Drive runs through the neighborhood and can get you to the rest of Virginia Beach’s amenities. There are also several bus stops with daily service along Shore Drive. The Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel, which connects Virginia Beach to the Eastern Shore, is just two miles west.
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Logan Soter-Reardon
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Susie Edmunds
Susie Edmunds
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services
(757) 290-6482
109 Total Sales
3 in Ocean Park
$352K - $1.1M Price Range
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Nichole Harrison
Nichole Harrison
Prodigy Realty
(757) 231-9083
165 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Park
$705,000 Price
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Katie Burke
Katie Burke
Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.
(757) 801-2211
250 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Park
$825,000 Price
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Craig Snyder
Craig Snyder
Dash-2 Real Estate
(757) 500-0927
56 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Park
$356,000 Price
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Angela Evans
Angela Evans
Swell Realty Co
(757) 799-4493
69 Total Sales
3 in Ocean Park
$325K - $459K Price Range
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Taylor Hutchens
Taylor Hutchens
Thrive Realty
(757) 267-6681
12 Total Sales
1 in Ocean Park
$460,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Loch Haven Park
Cape Story Park
Little Neck Park
Chesapeake Beach Park
- Lake
- Trails
Lynnhaven Colony Park
Bayville Farms Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
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Ocean Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ocean Park, Virginia Beach sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ocean Park, Virginia Beach over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$380,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$420,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$295,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$196,650
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
99
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
30%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$233
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,330
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1984
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,050
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,786
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,191
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
622
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,150 per month
- House for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,500 Sq Ft
- 2147 Whispering Sands Ln
- Virginia Beach, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,991
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,472
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,019
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.1%
College Graduates
65.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.3%
% Population in Labor Force
83.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
7''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
34
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
24
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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