Why Live in Great Neck?
Life in Great Neck combines the best of Virginia Beach: coastal scenery, excellent schools, and a strong sense of community.
Residents enjoy:
● Water Access Everywhere: Launch your kayak or boat into the Lynnhaven River or Broad Bay within minutes.
● Top-Rated Schools: Some of the best schools in the city are located right here.
● Beautiful Neighborhoods: From Bay Colony’s historic charm to Broad Bay Point Greens’ luxury golf community, Great Neck has a neighborhood for every lifestyle.
● Convenient Location: Quick access to beaches, shopping, and dining while
maintaining a quiet, residential feel.
● Community Spirit: Active civic leagues, neighborhood events, and a genuine small-town vibe within the city.
Whether you’re drawn by the schools, the water, or the sense of belonging, Great Neck offers a
lifestyle that’s second to none.
Great Neck – Neighborhood Insights
Neighborhoods
Great Neck is composed of several distinct neighborhoods, each with its own personality and appeal. Here's a sample of some of the wonderful neighborhoods you can find in Great Neck, Virginia Beach:
● Alanton: A well-established waterfront community with historic roots, family appeal, and mature trees.
● Broad Bay Point Greens: A gated golf course community surrounding Broad Bay Country Club, known for its luxury homes and manicured streets.
● Bay Colony: One of Virginia Beach’s oldest and most prestigious neighborhoods, filled with stately homes and timeless charm.
● Laurel Cove: A friendly, family-oriented community with large wooded lots and water access.
● Great Neck Point: Exclusive waterfront estates with deep-water access and panoramic bay views.
● Bay Island: A scenic island community surrounded by waterways, perfect for boating enthusiasts.
● Linkhorn Estates: Elegant homes on spacious lots near the Cavalier Golf & Yacht Club
and Oceanfront.
● Chelsea, Ocean Gardens, and Little Neck: Additional enclaves that add to the
diversity and character of the Great Neck area.
Each of these neighborhoods contributes to the vibrant, interconnected lifestyle that defines Great Neck.
Community & Lifestyle
Residents of Great Neck enjoy a laid-back coastal lifestyle enhanced by active community involvement. Local civic leagues, garden clubs, and neighborhood associations organize annual events, block parties, and fundraisers.
Outdoor recreation is abundant — from boating, paddleboarding, and fishing on Broad Bay and the Lynnhaven River, to walking, cycling, and nature trails at First Landing State Park.
Great Neck is also home to some of Virginia Beach’s best local dining — including favorites like Hot Tuna, Bay Local, and Citrus — and just minutes from boutique shopping at Hilltop and marinas for the boating lifestyle.
Architecture & Real Estate
The housing styles throughout Great Neck are as diverse as its neighborhoods. You’ll find everything from 1960s brick ranches and coastal cottages to luxury waterfront estates and modern new construction.
Typical home prices start around $500,000 and can exceed $4 million for luxury waterfront properties with deep-water access.
Great Neck’s real estate market remains one of the most desirable in Virginia Beach, with steady demand and strong property values.
Current Homes for Sale in Great Neck
- 3D
6 Beds 7.5 Baths 10,819 SqFt$14,990,000Active1680 Godfrey LN, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
Listed by Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty
Detached Residential
- 1/50 50
29,590 SqFt$9,950,000Price Dropped by $450K - 1/50 50
$9,950,000Price Dropped by $450K
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In the northern part of Virginia Beach, bordered by the Lynnhaven River, Broad Bay, and the Chesapeake Bay.
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