Virginia Beach is the most populous city in the state of Virginia. It is very spread out with a different feel to each area. Virginia Beach is surrounded by water on 2 sides.
The Atlantic Ocean provides a typical beachy area with a boardwalk lined with restaurants and bars. Some parts are a bit trashy while other parts, closer to 32nd street have been cleaned up with nice boutique shops and restaurants. This area is very touristy so it can be very crowded and overpriced. Click to read reviews for neighborhoods within a 5 mile radius of the Oceanfront. Read about the tunnel systems and traffic patterns. This area is where more locals live and the bay water is perfect for small kids.
If you are a big surfer, this area is not for you. Schools are great here and there is quick access to water, which makes home prices a little bit more pricey around the Chesapeake Bay. A good mix of singles, couples without kids, and families with kids live in this area.
Some people refer to this as the downtown of Virginia Beach. Town Center has it all, from big chain restaurants to little boutique shops. This was built about 5 years ago with the intent to clean up the Pembroke Mall area. Since this revitalization, they are remodeling the mall and just added a Target and Old Navy. Click to read reviews for neighborhoods within a 5 mile radius from Town Center. This area has a mix between old homes built in the 50s and newer construction.
Red Wing Park is a great place to throw the football and run around. The areas south of Oceana look like typical suburbia, however there are some nice planned communities, as well.
