$395,000
SOLD AUG 29, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,598 Sq Ft
0.25 Acres

Recently Sold

$247 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic
  • Porch
  • Malibu Elementary School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Oversized Parking

About This Home

As of August 2025

Welcome to this charming brick ranch in the highly sought-after Birchwood Gardens section of North Central Virginia Beach—offering top-rated schools, tree-lined streets and a true sense of community. This 3-bed, 2-bath home features 1,598 sqft of living space with stunning natural oak hardwood floors, fresh interior paint, and abundant natural light throughout. Recent updates provide peace of mind - including: new windows (2024 & soundproof in bedroom), HVAC and gas furnace (2022), water heater (2019), and an upgraded electrical panel. The spacious 368 sqft detached garage is perfect for a workshop, extra storage, or hobby space. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize without sacrificing comfort, this home delivers location, charm, and key upgrades. Conveniently located near shopping, interstates, and military bases—don't miss your chance to own in one of VB’s most desirable neighborhoods! Call today for a PRIVATE SHOWING or come see us at the OPEN HOUSE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chris LaWall

Keller Williams Coastal Virginia Chesapeake Listed on: 07/23/2025

Keller Williams Coastal Virginia Chesapeake

Last Buyer's Agent

Jessica Arnn

AtCoastal Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,842

Year Built

  • Built in 1960

Lot Details

  • 0.25 Acre Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Property is zoned R75

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,598 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Utility Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Oversized Parking
  • Parking Available
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Smart Grid Meter

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Schools

  • Malibu Elementary School
  • Independence Middle School
  • Princess Anne High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • 220 Volts
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Birchwood Gardens Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,842

Year Built

Built in 1960

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • HOA YN: No
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Property Type - Cross Property: Detached Residential
  • Style: Ranch
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AICUZ - Crash: None
  • AICUZ - Noise: N/A
  • Master Model: No
  • Unit Description: 1 Living Lvl
  • Miscellaneous: Warranty Plan
  • LP/ Sq Ft: 240.93
  • Estimated Year Built: 1960
  • Num Beds With Ensuite: 1
  • Address Street Name Website: Caren Dr
  • Address Street Num Website: 516
  • Address Website: 516 Caren Dr
  • Fence: Yes
  • Market Time: 23
  • Contingency Exists: Non Contingent
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1960

Interior Features

  • Interior Amenities: Fireplace Wood, Window Treatments
  • Fireplaces Number: 1
  • Equipment: Cable Hookup
  • Flooring Type: Laminate/LVP, Wood
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • First Floor Bedroom/Full Bathrooms: Yes
  • Other Rooms: 1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath, Porch, Spare Room, Utility Room
  • Appliances: 220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
  • Stories Number: 1.0000
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1598

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Fence Description: Back Fenced, Chain Link
  • Foundation Type: Crawl
  • Pool: No Pool
  • Roof: Composite
  • Waterfront Description: Not Waterfront

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage Det 1 Car, Oversized Gar, Multi Car, Driveway Spc
  • Garage Sq Ft: 387

Utilities

  • Sewer Type: City/County
  • Water Heater Type: Gas
  • Water Type: City/County
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas, Programmable Thermostat

Schools

  • Elementary School: Malibu Elementary
  • Middle School: Independence Middle
  • High School: Princess Anne

Green Features

  • Energy Efficiency: Smart Electric Meter

Lot Info

  • Waterfront YN: No
  • Zoning: R75
  • Estimated Acres: 0.2500

Building Info

  • New Construction YN: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Amount Approx: 2842

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Malibu Elementary
  • School High School: Princess Anne
  • Middle School: Independence Middle

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/29/2025 08/29/25 Sold $395,000 +2.6% $247 / Sq Ft
08/18/2025 08/18/25 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2025 07/23/25 For Sale $385,000 -- $241 / Sq Ft
Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $2,842 $293,000 $120,000 $173,000
2023 $2,897 $292,600 $116,000 $176,600
2022 $2,535 $256,100 $102,000 $154,100
2021 $2,181 $220,300 $90,000 $130,300
2020 $2,336 $229,600 $92,000 $137,600
2019 $2,328 $221,300 $90,000 $131,300
2018 $2,219 $221,300 $90,000 $131,300
2017 $2,216 $221,000 $90,000 $131,000
2016 $2,119 $214,000 $90,000 $124,000
2015 $2,039 $206,000 $90,000 $116,000
2014 $1,890 $209,000 $121,500 $87,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

MLS Number: 10594104

Real Estate Information Network (REIN)

APN: 1487-36-9703