Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA Homes for Sale & Real Estate

What to Expect in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

A neighborhood with plenty of greenery

Oak Springs is clean, green and pet friendly, with sidewalks and mature trees on most streets. You’ll find single family homes and townhouses in several styles and sizes, mostly from the 1980s, and the townhomes are usually the lowest price point here. It is close to the Sandler Center and Town Center for a night out, and homes in good condition tend to move quickly.

Getting Around Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

Multiple options

Most residents use their cars to get to work or to shop for necessities. Since the neighborhood is close to I-264, Independence Boulevard, Dam Neck Road, Lynnhaven Parkway and Rosemont Road, it’s easy to get to any part of Virginia Beach. Hampton Roads Transit buses serve the area, and the streets have sidewalks if you want to walk to the park or the store. NAS Oceana is about 20 minutes, Dam Neck about 15 and downtown Norfolk about 20.

Flood Zones and Insurance in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

What to check before you buy

None of the recent sales we checked in Oak Springs sat in a FEMA flood zone, though it is worth a look at the city flood map for the homes nearest the drainage canals. Many of the townhome communities have association fees, so ask what they cover and whether there are any planned assessments. To look up reported incidents near an address, use the Virginia Beach Police Department online crime map.

Schools in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

Check the zone for every address

Most homes in Oak Springs are zoned for Green Run Elementary School, Larkspur Middle School and Green Run High School, all part of Virginia Beach City Public Schools, with some streets zoned for Rosemont Elementary. Zones can change, so confirm the assigned schools for any address with the VBCPS school locator before you make an offer.

Lifestyle and Amenities in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

No shortage of amenities in the neighborhood

The residents here have access to numerous parks nearby. One can visit Mount Trashmore Park, which offers walking trails, a lake, a skate park and playgrounds. Bow Creek Recreation Center is another good option nearby, with sports courts, a fitness center and a pool. If you’re wondering about healthcare, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital and Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital are both within a reasonable drive.

Shopping and Dining in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

Every amenity close by

When it comes to shopping, my personal recommendation would be to go to either Red Mill Commons or Lynnhaven Mall. The former offers numerous stores and restaurants along with some entertainment, and the latter has a food court in addition to stores like H&M, Barnes and Noble and Bath and Body Works. As for dining, Steinhilber’s on Thalia Road is a good option for a special dinner.

Parks and Recreation in Oak Springs, Virginia Beach, VA

Explore nature while staying close to home

The oceanfront, the Virginia Aquarium and Marine Science Center and Red Wing Park are all good outings nearby. The oceanfront is the place for a sunrise, the aquarium is a good choice if you want to learn about the local marine life, and Red Wing Park has a playground, sports fields and picnic areas. Ready to move to Oak Springs? Call me today so I can line up tours of the best Oak Springs homes for sale. You can also compare the area with all Virginia Beach homes for sale.