$539,902Average Value$310Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
Coastal suburb with good schools and popular businesses
Shadowlawn is a Virginia Beach suburb that sits along Rudee Inlet and is located just minutes away from the Oceanfront. The area offers quick access to the beach, popular local restaurants, and top-tier schools. “I’ve had people who’ve come to move into the Shadowlawn area just because of the schools,” says Sabrina Torres, a Realtor with the Trudy Hoff Team at RE/MAX Alliance, who sells homes in the area and has been a Virginia Beach resident since 1994.
An aerial image of the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
An abstract overhead image of the Virginia Beach oceanfront near the Jetty.
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20th-century colonials and condos on the coast
Homes in Shadowlawn sit along traditional suburban gridded streets with cul-de-sacs. The neighborhood primarily features 20th-century colonial and contemporary styles, with some being waterfront properties that may include a private dock. Single-family homes here typically sell for between $500,000 to $800,000. There are also a few condo and townhouse communities nearby that typically sell for between $200,000 to $300,000. Oceana Naval Air Station is close to the neighborhood, so expect daily jet noise.
Beach style homes in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
Cedar siding can be found on many homes in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
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Walking along the Oceanfront boardwalk or in Marshview Park
Marshview Park is a nearby 100-acre outdoor attraction that has a large, grassy field with a playground, a looping trail, a dog park and tennis courts. The Oceanfront is a few blocks away and has a three-mile boardwalk with easy access to the beach. Easily get out on the water by storing a boat in Fisherman's Wharf Marina. Just south of the neighborhood is Ocean Breeze waterpark and Motorworld go-kart park, which are open seasonally. The Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Center is also south of Shadowlawn and has dozens of exhibits and a trail along Lake Rudee that connects the aquarium’s two buildings.
A welcoming playground in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
A dog holds lookout at the marina in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
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Virginia Beach schools are well-rated
Virginia Beach City Public Schools serves the neighborhood’s students with a collection of highly-rated schools. Kids may start at W.T. Cooke Elementary School, which gets an A-minus rating from Niche, before transitioning to Virginia Beach Middle School, which earns an A and offers a visual arts program. Students may then attend First Colonial High School, which has an A-minus from Niche and serves as the legal studies academy for the school district.
Virginia Beach Middle School near the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
W.T. Cooke Elementary in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
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Annual events at the beach and the Naval Air Station
The Oceana Airshow is an annual event hosted by the Naval Air Station. The event features famous planes, including the Blue Angels, performing maneuvers and flying over the city. Residents are allowed onto the base and can enjoy live music, vendors and games. The airshow takes place in September and runs through the entire weekend. The Oceanfront also hosts numerous events throughout the year and is highlighted by The Neptune Festival. The festival occurs every September and has an international sandsculpting competition, live music and dozens of vendors along the boardwalk.
Close to Interstate 264 and bridge tunnels
Several parks and restaurants are within walking distance, but the area is still mostly car-dependent. Interstate 264 is close to Shadowlawn, providing access to the rest of the surrounding area as well as The Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel and the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel.
Nearby grocery stores and popular local businesses
Birdneck Shopping Center is nearby and offers a Food Lion for groceries. There are additional grocers and stores in The Shops at Hilltop, located three miles west of Shadowlawn, as well as a Harris Teeter to the north. There are also several popular local restaurants in the area, like Icehouse Restaurant, which has been serving steaks and seafood since 1910. Rudee's Restaurant and Cabana Bar is nearby and serves seafood in a unique building with Coast Guard station décor. “Their Oysters Rockefeller is definitely one of my favorite dishes,” says Torres. The Vibe Creative District is one mile north of Shadowlawn and offers additional local businesses and restaurants.
Rockafeller's restaurant in the Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach.
The Virginia Beach Oceanfront is a large tourist attraction near the Shadowlawn neighborhood.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Salt Marsh Point Park
Seatack Park
Old Beach Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Pickleball
Marshview Park
Trails
Beach Park
Beach
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Norfolk International
30 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shadowlawn
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shadowlawn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shadowlawn, Virginia Beach sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Shadowlawn, Virginia Beach over the last 12 months is $322,500, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
MOVE IN READY 3 BEDROOM CONDO WITH UPDATES INCLUDING RENOVATED KITCHEN AND BATHROOMS, FLOORING, DRIVEWAY, BUILT-INS AND MORE! CONDO ASSOCIATION JUST COMPLETED NEW ROOF AND HARDIE PLANK SIDING. CONDO FEES COVER INSURANCE, TRASH, GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AND BASIC CABLE. WATER VIEWS, CLOSE PROXIMITY TO OCEANFRONT, RESTAURANTS, RUDEE INLET, INTERSTATE AND NAVAL BASES.
Anne Marie BurroughsHoward Hanna Real Estate Services
Amazing opportunity to get into the Shadowlawn beach community and make this home your own! Single family home with 3 beds/2 baths and open concept w/a detached garage. Sellers have had as a rental for years. It's time for the next owner to take it to the next level. Live close to the Beach! Build your own equity on your time and dime, don't miss this opportunity at the Beach in Virginia
Welcome to this 2nd floor condo in short proximity to the Oceanfront! Would make a great primary residence or second / investment home located only five blocks to the beach and a short distance to the Virginia Beach District. Enjoy all the restaurants and shopping the Oceanfront has to offer, and when you want to stay home, you can relax in the community pool. You wont want to miss this one!
Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home in the highly sought-after Shadowlawn neighborhood of Virginia Beach. Boasting a spacious and thoughtfully designed layout, this home features a large primary bedroom with two generous walk-in closets, offering plenty of storage space. Enjoy the impressive backyard, one of the largest in the neighborhood, complete with a backyard shower and a
Nicely updated condo near the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and Boardwalk. New LVT flooring, granite countertops, stainlessappliances and washer and dryer make this property the perfect place to call home. There is a sparkling pool and a beach cruiserparking area conveniently located close to the unit. Apply at atkinsonrealtyrentals.com/vacancies with $50 fee. Good credit a must.Small pet considered
All brick home just blocks to the beach on a corner lot. Garage, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths. Brand new kitchen. Hardwood floors, and lots of other improvements. Fireplace is not usable, for looks only! Tenants must allow for auto-deduct of rent from checking account.
Well maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo just 8 blocks from the Virginia Beach Boardwalk, nestled at the south end of the resort area near Rudee Inlet. Features include an updated kitchen with quartz countertops in both the kitchen and bathrooms. Water, sewer, one assigned parking space, and access to the community pool are included. Located in the vibrant "Vibe District," close to top-rated
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,654
Median Age
43
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,721
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$121,863
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.3%
College Graduates
49.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.6%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
38/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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