What are the hidden costs of living in Virginia Beach?

Flood insurance premiums Higher property taxes Ongoing home maintenance Potential beach erosion impacts

What is the median home price in Virginia Beach?

The median home price in Virginia Beach is approximately $613,600.

Is Virginia Beach walkable?

Virginia Beach has a Walk Score of 46 out of 100. Most errands require a car.

What are the downsides of living in Virginia Beach?

Flood insurance is mandatory and can be costly Median home values are high for the region Most errands require a car, limiting convenience Property maintenance can be expensive for older homes

How are the schools in Virginia Beach?

Virginia Beach has a school rating of 9/10. Schools are highly rated.

Virginia Beach, VA

Virginia Beach · VA 23451

Updated August 4, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Think twice

Verdict

$614K

Median Price

46/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

DAffordability

45/100

D+Safety

55/100

ASchools

90/100

D+Quietness

50/100

ACommute

100/100

DWalkability

46/100

WYLT Score64/100

Our Take

Virginia Beach offers great schools and a beach lifestyle, but the high flood risk, steep home prices, and car dependence make it a cautious choice for most people.

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The Good

✓Excellent public schools with high ratings
✓Access to oceanfront and waterfront activities
✓Strong military presence providing stability
✓Reasonable household income relative to cost of living

Real Talk

!Flood insurance is mandatory and can be costly
!Median home values are high for the region
!Most errands require a car, limiting convenience
!Property maintenance can be expensive for older homes
$Flood insurance premiums
$Higher property taxes
$Ongoing home maintenance
$Potential beach erosion impacts

Best For

Families with childrenMilitary familiesRetirees seeking beach lifestyleStudents or workers in Richmond with remote options

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh

Violent crimeModerate

Property crimeModerate

Air qualityGood

Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety