Coastal Virginia is made up of 7 diverse cities. Each with their own charm and unique qualities. When determining where to move many factors can come up. Country or city? Beach or lake? Single family home or townhome? The list goes on but having a great understanding of the community can definitely help.

Each city has their own fantastic restaurants, local retailers, top-notch physicians and more. Each city also has wonderful fairs, festivals, concert venues and more.

Of course schools are a huge deal for so many Coastal Virginians. We boast some of the best schools in the state!

According to realestate.usnews.com

Despite Virginia Beach's resort city status, the friendly residents and relaxed atmosphere found in this part of southern Virginia have swayed many to take up a permanent residence in Virginia's largest metro area. The glorious ocean views, beautiful waterfront homes and award-winning restaurants make this vacation destination a place worthy of being calling home.

The job market in the Hampton Roads region, which encompasses Virginia Beach and nearby Norfolk and Newport News, offers some niche opportunities in both the civilian and government sectors that make moving to the area attractive, from defense contractor positions to hotelier jobs.

Plus, the metro area's economy is stronger than average, which makes it an attractive place for those looking to start a new career.

With the largest concentration of military personnel outside of the Pentagon, the military presence is part of everyday life at the beach, with events like the Oceana Air Show and the Virginia Beach Patriotic Festival celebrating the armed forces.

However, jet noise can be loud and takes some time to adjust to, so if you are going to be living in a particularly noisy area, be prepared.