Spence Crossing Homes for Sale in Virginia Beach, VA
What is Spence Crossing like?
Spence Crossing is a planned community in Virginia Beach's 23456 ZIP code near South Independence Boulevard, Princess Anne Road, and Lynnhaven Parkway. The area combines several for-sale neighborhoods with nearby apartments, shops, restaurants, services, and community spaces.
The homes for sale are not all built or owned the same way. Recent listings include two-bedroom one-level condos, attached two- and three-bedroom homes, and a four-bedroom detached condominium. Understanding the section and its association is just as important as comparing bedrooms and finishes.
Quick Summary
- Location: Central-southern Virginia Beach in the 23456 ZIP code
- Property choices: Detached condominiums, attached homes, and one-level condos
- Recent listings: Two to four bedrooms with two to four bathrooms
- Sections shown: Halstead, Crofton, and Guilford
- Nearby destinations: Landstown Commons, Tidewater Community College, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, and Salem-area shopping
Location and Everyday Convenience
Spence Crossing sits near several major roads that connect with Landstown, Salem, Kempsville, Greenbrier, and other parts of Virginia Beach. Shopping centers and restaurants are close by, with additional retail and services around Landstown Commons and the Princess Anne corridor.
Tidewater Community College's Virginia Beach campus and Sentara Princess Anne Hospital are also nearby. Commute times depend on the destination and traffic around Independence Boulevard, Princess Anne Road, and Lynnhaven Parkway.
Halstead, Crofton, and Guilford
Halstead: Halstead features detached condominium homes that look and live much like single-family houses. The current listing is a four-bedroom home with two full bathrooms and one half bathroom. Other Halstead homes may offer garages, fenced outdoor areas, and different floor plans.
Crofton: Crofton listings include attached two- and three-bedroom homes, most with two full bathrooms and one half bathroom. Streets in the current group include Trenwith Lane, Turnworth Arch, and Marietta Way.
Guilford: Guilford offers two-bedroom, two-bath condos designed for one-level living. The builder describes an exclusive Guilford pool and cabana, along with association-provided landscaping and exterior maintenance. Buyers should verify the current services, rules, and fee through the resale certificate.
Community Amenities and Association Structure
Spence Crossing includes shared community spaces, and listings in different sections mention features such as pools, clubhouse or community-center access, playground areas, and maintained landscaping. Access may depend on the property and association, so buyers should not assume that every amenity serves every section.
A property may have a section-specific condominium association, a broader homeowners association, or both. That can mean more than one monthly charge and more than one set of governing documents. The resale package should explain the fees, maintenance duties, insurance, amenities, parking, pets, leasing, and architectural rules that apply to the particular home.
Schools Serving Spence Crossing Addresses
Every recent listing names Salem Elementary, Salem Middle, and Salem High School. School boundaries can change, so buyers should still confirm the current assignment for the individual address with Virginia Beach City Public Schools.
- Salem Elementary School homes for sale
- Salem Middle School homes for sale
- Salem High School homes for sale
Choosing the Right Spence Crossing Home
A Guilford condo may appeal to someone who wants one-level living and fewer exterior chores. Crofton offers attached layouts with bedrooms on more than one level, while Halstead provides the feel and space of a detached home within condominium ownership.
Compare stairs, garage and driveway space, guest parking, outdoor areas, storage, noise between units, accessibility, and exactly what the association maintains. A lower-maintenance home can still carry meaningful monthly fees, insurance deductibles, and assessment risk.
Why Buyers Look at Spence Crossing
- Two- to four-bedroom ownership choices
- Detached, attached, and one-level layouts
- Newer planned-community setting
- Near shopping, medical services, and Tidewater Community College
- Access to Independence Boulevard, Princess Anne Road, and Lynnhaven Parkway
Things Worth Checking
- Condo fee, HOA fee, and included services
- Reserves, master insurance, and assessment history
- Which amenities serve the specific section
- Parking, pet, leasing, and exterior-change rules
- Private-yard boundaries and maintenance responsibility
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Spence Crossing?
Spence Crossing is in Virginia Beach's 23456 ZIP code near South Independence Boulevard, Princess Anne Road, and Lynnhaven Parkway.
What types of homes are available?
Recent listings include two-bedroom one-level condos, attached two- and three-bedroom homes, and a four-bedroom detached condominium.
Are Halstead homes single-family houses or condos?
Halstead homes are detached condominium units. They may look like detached single-family homes, but condominium documents and fees govern ownership and maintenance.
Does Spence Crossing have a pool?
Several sections advertise pool access, including an exclusive pool and cabana for Guilford. Buyers should confirm which amenities come with the specific property.
Which schools appear in Spence Crossing listings?
Every recent listing names Salem Elementary, Salem Middle, and Salem High School. Buyers should verify zoning by address.
About Your Local Expert
Tom Taylor is a REALTOR® serving Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and Chesapeake with over 16 years of experience. In Spence Crossing, Tom can help you compare sections, understand detached versus attached condominium ownership, and review the fees, insurance, amenities, and maintenance responsibilities before you make a decision.
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