Kempsville Homes for Sale in Virginia Beach, VA
What is Kempsville in Virginia Beach like?
Kempsville is one of Virginia Beach's most established and recognizable areas, with homes commonly appearing in the 23462 and 23464 ZIP codes. It sits near the center of the city and offers access to shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, medical offices, and commuter routes toward Virginia Beach, Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Town Center.
Recent listing data includes several Kempsville-area sections, including Kempsville Greens, Kempsville Colony, and Kempsville Lake. Buyers may see a mix of single-family homes, townhome-style properties, golf-course-adjacent homes, and lower-maintenance residential options depending on the exact section.
Quick Summary
- Location: Central Virginia Beach, commonly associated with 23462 and 23464
- Known for: Established neighborhoods, central convenience, and access to Kempsville-area schools and services
- Included areas: Kempsville Greens, Kempsville Colony, Kempsville Lake, Kemps Lake, and nearby Kempsville pockets
- Home styles: Single-family homes, townhome-style homes, attached options, and lower-maintenance layouts depending on the section
- Lifestyle: Convenient, residential, and close to shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, and commuter routes
Location and Convenience
Kempsville is centrally positioned with access to Kempsville Road, Providence Road, Indian River Road, Princess Anne Road, and I-264 routes. This location can be practical for buyers who want to reach Chesapeake, Norfolk, Town Center, Lynnhaven, or other parts of Virginia Beach without being tucked into one edge of the city.
The area includes a wide range of everyday conveniences, including grocery stores, restaurants, retail centers, medical offices, parks, recreation options, and services throughout the surrounding 23462 and 23464 corridors.
Kempsville Sections and Nearby Areas
Recent listing data includes Kempsville Greens, Kempsville Colony, Kempsville Lake, Kemps Lake, and Gables. Nearby areas include Chatham Hall, Fairfield and Fairfield Forest, Charlestown Lakes and Charlestown Woods, Brandon, Alexandria, Cornerstone, and other central Virginia Beach neighborhoods.
Schools in Kempsville
Recent listing data for Kempsville shows Kempsville Elementary, Kempsville Meadows Elementary, Point O' View Elementary, Kempsville Middle, Larkspur Middle, and Kempsville High. School zoning can vary by address and may change over time, so buyers should verify school assignments for any specific property.
- Kempsville Elementary School
- Kempsville Meadows Elementary School
- Point O' View Elementary School
- Kempsville Middle School
- Larkspur Middle School
- Kempsville High School
Homes in Kempsville
Kempsville-area listings can vary significantly by section. Recent data shows homes on streets such as Haymarket, Rochelle, Marlwood, Kempsville Greens, Kemps Lake, Pinnacle, Paxford, Furman, Englehard, Elderwood, and Hemlock.
When comparing homes in Kempsville, buyers should review ownership type, association fees if applicable, exterior maintenance responsibilities, updates, condition, parking, lot layout, and proximity to nearby roads, commercial areas, parks, or golf-course settings.
Pros of Living in Kempsville
- Central Virginia Beach location with access to 23462 and 23464 conveniences
- Close to shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, medical offices, and commuter routes
- Multiple neighborhood sections, including Kempsville Greens, Kempsville Colony, and Kempsville Lake
- Range of home styles, including detached, attached, and lower-maintenance options
- Useful routes toward Chesapeake, Norfolk, Town Center, Lynnhaven, and other parts of Virginia Beach
Things to Consider
- Kempsville is a broad area, so property type and neighborhood feel vary by section
- Recent listing data shows several elementary and middle school combinations
- Some properties may have association fees, condo-style rules, or exterior maintenance requirements
- School assignments should always be verified by property address
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kempsville in Virginia Beach?
Kempsville is a central Virginia Beach area commonly associated with the 23462 and 23464 ZIP codes, with access to Kempsville Road, Providence Road, Indian River Road, and I-264 routes.
What neighborhoods are included around Kempsville?
Recent listing data includes Kempsville Greens, Kempsville Colony, Kempsville Lake, Kemps Lake, and Gables, along with nearby communities such as Chatham Hall, Fairfield, Charlestown Lakes and Charlestown Woods, Brandon, Alexandria, and Cornerstone.
What types of homes are in Kempsville?
Kempsville includes a mix of single-family homes, townhome-style properties, attached homes, and lower-maintenance residential options depending on the exact section.
What schools serve Kempsville?
Recent listing data shows Kempsville Elementary, Kempsville Meadows Elementary, Point O' View Elementary, Kempsville Middle, Larkspur Middle, and Kempsville High. Buyers should verify school zoning by address.
About Your Local Expert
Tom Taylor is a Virginia Beach REALTOR® with EXIT Realty Central who helps buyers make sense of broad area names like Kempsville, where the block, section, ownership type, and school verification can change the picture quickly.
Relevant Links
23462 | 23464 | Kempsville Elementary | Kempsville Meadows Elementary | Point O' View Elementary | Kempsville Middle | Larkspur Middle | Kempsville High | Chatham Hall | Fairfield and Fairfield Forest | Charlestown Lakes and Charlestown Woods | Cornerstone | Brandon | Alexandria
