Sandbridge
Suburban Neighborhood in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Virginia Beach County 23456
Range of coastal homes
Sandbridge has a variety of home options, from a modern penthouse condo with stunning bay or ocean views to a quaint three-bed beach cottage to a grand oceanfront coastal-style vacation retreat with eight bedrooms. Home sizes range from 1,400 to 6,000 square feet, and list prices span between $420,000 and $3 million. “Sandbridge is more of a rental area,” Fox says. “Homebuyers tend to purchase either second homes or investment homes in Sandbridge instead of year-round homes because there’s so much demand in the rental market there.”
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Start surfing at Little Island Park
Surfers, sunbathers and sandcastle creators all enjoy Sandbridge’s less crowded beaches. Little Island Park, a 130-acre beach park with a playground, picnic tables and fishing pier, is a favorite of beginner surfers due to its fewer crowds and smaller waves. Surfers are also welcome at North Sandbridge Beach, except between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, when more swimmers are present. Along the peninsula just south of Little Island Park sits the Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge, where nature lovers can fish, bird watch, hike, bike or kayak in the protected habitat for waterfowl, reptiles and other wildlife.
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Schools among draws to community
Children living in Sandbridge attend the highly-regarded Virginia Beach City Public Schools. The schools include Red Mill Elementary for pre-kindergarten through fifth grade, Princess Anne Middle for grades six through eight, and Kellam High, with all three schools receiving an A rating from Niche. “The schools are excellent,” Fox says. “They’re definitely a draw for families who want to live in Sandbridge 12 months of the year.”
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Don't miss the Pig Pickin'
Sandbridge isn’t only about vacation days on the beach. It’s also a close community with fun events that bring locals and tourists alike together. Among the lineup of events is the Sandbridge Volunteer Rescue Squad’s annual Pig Pickin’ fundraiser, where folks enjoy barbecue, live music, work by local artists, a silent auction, a bounce house and more. There’s also the annual Sandbridge Fourth of July Boat Parade, during which locals float along the waters of the bay and win prizes for the best-decorated boats.Still close to many Virginia Beach destinations
While its tranquil beaches and laidback vacation vibe may make it feel like a world away from the rest of the region, Sandbridge remains relatively close to a number of Virginia Beach area destinations. They include major roadways like Interstate 264 and sites like the Dam Neck Naval Base.
Find drinks and doughnuts at Sandbridge Seaside Market
Before hitting the beach, locals like to stop by the Sandbridge Seaside Market, a small but well-stocked, locally-owned convenience store with a laidback beachy vibe. Many often flock to the market to fill up their coolers or grab a dozen of their notoriously tasty doughnuts. “They have the best homemade donuts,” Fox says. “I stop by the market for donuts whenever I go surfing in Sandbridge. They’re delicious.” For more extensive shopping excursions, residents have a 10-mile journey from Sandbridge to reach numerous big box stores like Target and Walmart. Folks can also enjoy a meal of spicy street tacos and frosty margaritas at José Tequilas Mexican Grill and Bar or a fried shrimp basket and some local live music at the waterside Baja Restaurant.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Evelyn Thomas
Evelyn Thomas
Responds QuicklyCENTURY 21 Nachman Realty
(757) 982-3535
132 Total Sales
2 in Sandbridge
$539K - $1.4M Price Range
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Pamela Hunt
Pamela Hunt
Seaside Realty
(757) 563-1771
146 Total Sales
1 in Sandbridge
$360,000 Price
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Denise Hawkins
Denise Hawkins
Triumph Realty
(757) 856-6651
275 Total Sales
1 in Sandbridge
$1,499,000 Price
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Greg Garrett
Greg Garrett
Garrett Realty Partners
(757) 829-7969
542 Total Sales
1 in Sandbridge
$299,000 Price
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Sue DeValdes
Sue DeValdes
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 906-3954
104 Total Sales
1 in Sandbridge
$1,635,000 Price
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Lisa Martin
Lisa Martin
Judy Boone Realty Inc.
(757) 981-0906
118 Total Sales
1 in Sandbridge
$450,000 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
Red Mill Park
False Cape State Park
Back Bay National Wildlife Refuge
Little Island Park
Lago Mar Park at Back Bay
Lotus Garden Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Sandbridge | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Sandbridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sandbridge, Virginia Beach sell after 71 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Sandbridge, Virginia Beach over the last 12 months is $1,035,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$940,000
Median Sale Price
$1,035,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,350,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$435,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$424,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$433
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,574
Number of Homes for Sale
46
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
9.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,793
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,153
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,425
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$6,000 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,600 Sq Ft
- 3700 Sandpiper Rd
- Unit 322A
- Virginia Beach, VA
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Condo Buildings
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,889
Median Age
55
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
15.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$138,492
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,740
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.8%
College Graduates
58.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
54.2%
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®
43
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0
/ 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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