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Virginia Beach, VA
Virginia Beach · VA 23451
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$538K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.8/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
DAffordability
45/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
88/100
D+Quietness
50/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score56/100
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
Virginia Beach, VA
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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