Why Live in Lynnhaven
Lynnhaven, located in Virginia Beach, is a both a tranquil and bustling neighborhood next to the Oceana Naval Air Station. It’s unsurprisingly home to a significant military population, but it also holds one of the city’s most popular retail hubs. Lynnhaven Mall is filled with national retailers, as well as an arcade, an AMC theater and various restaurants, like Maggie McFly’s and Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant. The closest supermarkets include Walmart and Lidl. Residents enjoy easy access to additional entertainment at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront, 6 miles away, and Norfolk, nearly 14 miles away. The neighborhood's residential streets are quiet, lined with sidewalks and well-maintained yards. Burbling waterways and mature trees offer scenic spots amidst the community’s busier areas. Buyers can typically find colonial, contemporary and ranch-style homes. Scarborough Square Park offers a playground and basketball court, while Lynnhaven Park has a dozen tennis courts. Students attend Virginia Beach City Public Schools, including the highly rated Brookwood Elementary and Plaza Middle. Lynnhaven Parkway and Interstate 264 provide quick connectivity to the rest of Hampton Roads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lynnhaven a good place to live?
Lynnhaven is a good place to live. Lynnhaven is considered somewhat walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Lynnhaven has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.5 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $79,998 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Lynnhaven are home owners, with 44.7% of residents renting and 55.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lynnhaven can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lynnhaven neighborhood guide.
Is Lynnhaven, VA a safe neighborhood?
Lynnhaven, VA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lynnhaven?
The median home price in Lynnhaven is $299,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $59,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $62K a year to afford the median home price in Lynnhaven. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Lynnhaven is $80K.
What are the best public schools in Lynnhaven?
The best public schools that serve Lynnhaven are:
- Ocean Lakes High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 4.1.
- Lynnhaven Middle School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Plaza Middle School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 16:1 and an average review score of 3.2.
What are the best private schools in Lynnhaven?
The best private schools that serve Lynnhaven are:
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Are home prices dropping in Lynnhaven?
Yes, home prices in Lynnhaven are down 25% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Lynnhaven, VA
On average, homes in Lynnhaven, Virginia Beach sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Lynnhaven, Virginia Beach over the last 12 months is $299,000, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$299,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$337,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$270,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$217
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
91
Median List Price
$299,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-30%