Lake Smith Terrace Homes for Sale in Virginia Beach, VA
What is Lake Smith Terrace in Virginia Beach like?
Lake Smith Terrace is an established Virginia Beach neighborhood in the 23455 ZIP code, located near the Lake Smith, Thoroughgood, Haygood, and Bayside side of the city. It offers a residential setting with convenient access to shopping, schools, restaurants, services, parks, and commuter routes.
Recent listing data for Lake Smith Terrace shows three-, four-, and five-bedroom single-family homes. Buyers considering this area often compare it with nearby neighborhoods around Lake Smith, Haygood, Thoroughgood, Cypress Point, and Chesapeake Beach.
Quick Summary
- Location: Virginia Beach 23455 area near Lake Smith, Thoroughgood, Haygood, and Bayside
- Known for: Established residential streets and access to north Virginia Beach conveniences
- Home styles: Single-family homes, with recent listing data showing three-, four-, and five-bedroom layouts
- Nearby areas: Lake Smith, Haygood, Thoroughgood, Cypress Point, Chesapeake Beach, and Bayside
- Lifestyle: Residential, convenient, and close to schools, shopping, restaurants, parks, and commuter routes
Location and Convenience
Lake Smith Terrace is positioned near major north Virginia Beach routes, including Independence Boulevard, Northampton Boulevard, Shore Drive, and nearby access toward Little Creek, Norfolk, Town Center, and the Chesapeake Bay side of the city.
Nearby conveniences include grocery stores, restaurants, retail centers, parks, schools, medical offices, and daily services throughout the Haygood, Bayside, Thoroughgood, and Shore Drive areas.
Nearby Areas
Nearby neighborhoods and areas include Haygood, Thoroughgood, Cypress Point, Diamond Springs, Chesapeake Beach, Chesapeake House Condo, Bayside, and the Shore Drive corridor.
Schools in Lake Smith Terrace
Recent listing data for Lake Smith Terrace shows Thoroughgood Elementary, Independence Middle, and Bayside High. School zoning can vary by address and may change over time, so buyers should verify school assignments for any specific property.
Homes in Lake Smith Terrace
Lake Smith Terrace homes are generally established single-family properties. Recent listing data shows homes on streets such as Revere Point, Five Forks, and Independence, with three-, four-, and five-bedroom layouts appearing in the data.
When comparing homes in Lake Smith Terrace, buyers should review updates, condition, roof and HVAC age, lot layout, parking, drainage, flood zone details where applicable, and proximity to nearby roads, schools, shopping, and recreation.
Pros of Living in Lake Smith Terrace
- Established 23455 neighborhood near Lake Smith, Haygood, and Thoroughgood
- Recent listing data shows three-, four-, and five-bedroom homes
- Convenient to shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and daily services
- Access to routes toward Shore Drive, Little Creek, Norfolk, Town Center, and Bayside
- Recent listing data consistently shows Thoroughgood Elementary, Independence Middle, and Bayside High
Things to Consider
- Homes can vary in age, updates, condition, and lot layout
- Inventory may be limited depending on market conditions
- Traffic patterns vary by route and time of day
- School assignments should always be verified by property address
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lake Smith Terrace in Virginia Beach?
Lake Smith Terrace is in the 23455 area near Lake Smith, Haygood, Thoroughgood, Bayside, and north Virginia Beach conveniences.
What types of homes are in Lake Smith Terrace?
Lake Smith Terrace primarily includes established single-family homes, with recent listing data showing three-, four-, and five-bedroom layouts.
Is Lake Smith Terrace convenient for commuting?
Yes. The area offers access to north Virginia Beach routes toward Shore Drive, Little Creek, Norfolk, Town Center, Bayside, and other parts of Virginia Beach.
What schools serve Lake Smith Terrace?
Recent listing data shows Thoroughgood Elementary, Independence Middle, and Bayside High, but buyers should verify school zoning by address.
About Your Local Expert
Tom Taylor is a REALTOR® serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake with over 16 years of experience helping buyers and sellers navigate the local real estate market with confidence.
Relevant Links
23455 | Thoroughgood Elementary | Independence Middle | Bayside High | Haygood | Cypress Point | Diamond Springs | Chesapeake Beach | Chesapeake House Condo | Virginia Beach Neighborhoods
