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Little Neck

Little Neck

$622,138 Average Value
$279 Average Price per Sq Ft
64 Homes For Sale

Nature and a suburban lifestyle shape life in Little Neck

Little Neck sits on a peninsula extending into Lynnhaven Bay. It's a place where tree-shaded residential streets lead to scenic coves and inlets. Its suburban feel and convenient location, minutes from malls and shopping centers, appeals to buyers who want a more tucked-away setting without being far from major destinations. Outdoor recreation is a big draw. Little Neck has direct access to the bay, and parks are sprinkled around the neighborhood. Students can go to highly rated schools and commuters are close to Interstate 264.

From ranch-style homes to waterfront mansions with private docks

Towering pines shade the winding streets of Little Neck, where you’ll find a variety of single-family homes and some condos. Midcentury ranch-style homes, split-levels and contemporary designs dominate, but there are plenty of Colonial Revivals, Georgian-style homes and New Traditionals. Along the waterfront, custom mansions, designed with luxury in mind, have private docks and scenic views. “You’ve got smaller starter homes back in there and you’ve got big palatial houses on the water,” says Brian O'Donnell, a Realtor with Coastal Towne Realty. “There’s not a lot of turnover. People stay in these houses for a long time. If that’s not a testament to how great the area is, I don’t know what is.” Due to the neighborhood's coastal location, flooding is possible, so flood insurance is recommended and, in some cases, required.

What detached homes, townhouses and condos cost in Little Neck

Homebuyers in Little Neck tend to pay more than the median sale price in Virginia Beach, which sits around $410,000. But prices range widely. Here’s how they break down by home type:

  • Detached homes start in the lower $200,000s and quickly rise to more than $4 million.
  • Townhouses range from the lower $200,000s to the lower $500,000s.
  • Condos rarely go on the market, with two sales recently in the upper $100,000s and the mid-$400,000s.

Students can attend highly rated Virginia Beach schools

Virginia Beach City Public Schools serves Little Neck. Students can start at Kingston Elementary School, which receives an A rating from Niche, before moving on to the A-rated Lynnhaven Middle School, which uses an interdisciplinary team-teaching approach. For high school, students are assigned to the A-minus-rated First Colonial High School, home to the Legal Studies Academy. Tidewater Classical Academy in Green Run and Cape Henry Collegiate in Alanton are nearby private options.

Access to major roads, bus routes and the Little Neck Road Trail

Little Neck offers some walkability, but you’ll likely want a car if you live here. Commuters can hop onto Interstate 264 to reach the oceanfront, about 10 miles away, and Downtown Norfolk, less than 15 miles away. Hampton Roads Transit buses stop along Virginia Beach Boulevard (U.S. Route 58), and the Little Neck Road Trail, a dedicated path for cyclists, runs parallel to its namesake road through the heart of the neighborhood.

Little Neck and Town Center have a slew of shops and restaurants

There’s an array of shopping and dining options in the neighborhood along Virginia Beach Boulevard. Burlington, The Home Depot and PetSmart are just a few of the national retailers close at hand. BJ’s Wholesale Club and Food Lion anchor Birchwood Shopping Center, making it easier to get all of the groceries you need. And there are many more options next door in Town Center, a major commercial hub with familiar brands, boutiques and entertainment spots, including the Sandler Center for the Performing Arts. When you’re looking to dine out, this area has a diverse mix of local and chain restaurants. The family-owned and operated Steinhilber’s has been serving freshly caught seafood since 1939. Azar’s Mediterranean Specialties is another long-running favorite, and there’s Hair of the Dog Eatery, if you’re in the mood for American fare. My Vegan Sweet Tooth is another standout known for its wide assortment of vegan and gluten-free baked goods.

Outdoor activities abound on land and in Lynnhaven Bay

With multiple parks and waterfront access, Little Neck offers many opportunities to enjoy nature and stay active. During your free time, you can:

  • Go fishing, kayaking or boating in Lynnhaven Bay
  • Take your kids to the playground at Middle Plantation Bishopsgate Park
  • Play tennis or basketball at Kings Grant Park
  • Walk your dogs along the tree-shaded trails at Little Neck Park
Residents often join the Little Neck Swim and Racquet Club, which has tennis and pickleball courts and two outdoor pools. Families love the club’s swim team and social events, which range from low-key movie nights to pool parties.

The Kings Grant Farmers Market brings neighbors together

There are community events throughout the year, but a mainstay is the Kings Grant Farmers Market. In operation since 2015, the market at Kings Grant Baptist Church is open on Thursday evenings twice a month from May through September. You can listen to live music while you shop for fresh produce grown by local farmers and handmade goods created by area artisans. Food trucks are at every market, so you can come hungry.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norfolk International

23 min drive

Bus

Virginia Beach & Foundry

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Virginia Beach & Stepney

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Virginia Beach & Yorktown

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Virginia Beach & Birchwood Mall

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Virginia Beach & Cranston

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Virginia Beach & Cripple Creek

Bus

Virginia Beach & Eureka

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Little Neck US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
8,092
Number of Homes for Sale
64
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,335
Above the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,420
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
892
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
18,730

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
11
Median Rent
$2,300
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,700
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,900
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,973
Median 3 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,025
Median Condo Rent
$1,600
Median 2 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,600

Demographics

Total Population
26,464
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$78,857
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$108,784

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.8%
Above the national average
89%
College Graduates
44.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Fairly walkable

Walkability®

40 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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