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A craft brokerage specializing in unique homes for individual tastes

In 1943, Frank Atkinson started a small real estate company focused on family, community and the spirit of what makes Hampton Roads unique. Atkinson Realty was the first to focus on real estate sales of Virginia Beach homes and, with every transaction, created lasting relationships that have spread throughout the Hampton Roads community and beyond.

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We’re not skipping over Thanksgiving, we’re just really excited the holiday lights at the beach are back… and they start tonight! (We won’t be the first car in line or anything. And we definitely don’t have a decorated car…) 🎄🎅🏼❤️

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Stop by the open house today between 1-3 PM to see Page and learn how this home can be yours before the holidays! 

#newlisting #virginiabeach #virginiabeachrealestate #distinctivehomes #coastalliving #beachbungalow Is there anything better than a Cape Story by the Sea beach bungalow? Full of personality and charm, this stunner by @iknowpage is ready for fun galore! (Seriously, look at that backyard! 😍) Stop by the open house today between 1-3 PM to see Page and learn how this home can be yours before the holidays! #newlisting… Without further adieu - the November event guide is there! And a special bonus this month includes “Lights in Tidewater” to keep you in the loop about light nights, grand illuminations, and more so you never miss an event! 

#localguide #visitvirginiabeach #virginiabeachguide #holidaylights #holidaylightstour Without further adieu - the November event guide is there! And a special bonus this month includes “Lights in Tidewater” to keep you in the loop about light nights, grand illuminations, and more so you never miss an event! #localguide #visitvirginiabeach #virginiabeachguide #holidaylights #holidaylightstour Celebrating the closing of 712 55th Street! Tucked away at the end of a private drive and overlooking Crystal Lake, we are enjoying one last look at this exquisite home! 

#virginiabeach #luxuryhomes #virginiabeachrealestate #realestate #luxuryrealestate #realestateagent #soldandclosed #virginiabeachrealtor #distinctivehomescollection #coastalliving #coastalva #chooseatkinson #atkinsonagent Celebrating the closing of 712 55th Street! Tucked away at the end of a private drive and overlooking Crystal Lake, we are enjoying one last look at this exquisite home! #virginiabeach #luxuryhomes #virginiabeachrealestate #realestate #luxuryrealestate #realestateagent #soldandclosed #virginiabeachrealtor #distinctiv… 712 14th Street and the @thevibecreativedistrict living is easy! 

Abundant natural light, open living spaces, close to amazing places like @aslin.vabeach and @badasscoffeevb so you can start or end your day in style! 

Be sure to stop by the open house tomorrow anytime between 8:30 and 1:00 PM, hosted by @nathaniel_atkinsonrealty to take a tour and explore some of the great places around your {future} neighborhood. 

#forsale #openhouse #vibedistrict #vibedistrictvb #virginiabeach #virginiabeachrealestate #coastalliving #coastalrealestate #distinctivecollection 712 14th Street and the @thevibecreativedistrict living is easy! Abundant natural light, open living spaces, close to amazing places like @aslin.vabeach and @badasscoffeevb so you can start or end your day in style! Be sure to stop by the open house tomorrow anytime between 8:30 and 1:00 PM, hosted by @nathaniel_at… We used all of our clever tricks and treats showing off the real frights of real estate because there’s some really scary stuff in there! Happy Halloween ghouls and gals! 🎃 6 We used all of our clever tricks and treats showing off the real frights of real estate because there’s some really scary stuff in there! Happy Halloween ghouls and gals! 🎃 5300-B Lakeside Avenue, the contemporary stunner that went under contract in just one week recently closed! Congratulations to Chris Martini, his clients, and the new homeowners! 5300-B Lakeside Avenue, the contemporary stunner that went under contract in just one week recently closed! Congratulations to Chris Martini, his clients, and the new homeowners! Welcome to 105 51st Street, @iknowpage’s latest North End listing! 

Spanning three floors, there is so much to explore; from the saltwater in-ground pool to the rooftop deck with panoramic views and everywhere in between. 

Be sure to stop by the open house Sunday, 10/27 between 1-3 PM for an opportunity to tour the property, ask questions, and find out how you can make it yours before the holidays. See you there! Welcome to 105 51st Street, @iknowpage’s latest North End listing! Spanning three floors, there is so much to explore; from the saltwater in-ground pool to the rooftop deck with panoramic views and everywhere in between. Be sure to stop by the open house Sunday, 10/27 between 1-3 PM for an opportunity to tour the p… Imagine this: It’s a breezy fall morning. You picked up coffee from @commoncoffeebar just a block away from your new home to enjoy on your porch while you listen to cars going by your street.

You make brunch plans at @buoy44seafoodgrill with a few neighbors in and start making plans for the holidays.

This could be your new reality. Seller is offering up to $18,000 in closing cost assistance to newly ratified contracts that close by the end of 2024. 

Stop by Bay Villas Condos this weekend at 2332 Pleasure House Road. Open House on Saturday from 12-3 PM and Sunday from 12-5 PM with @nathaniel_atkinsonrealty. Imagine this: It’s a breezy fall morning. You picked up coffee from @commoncoffeebar just a block away from your new home to enjoy on your porch while you listen to cars going by your street. You make brunch plans at @buoy44seafoodgrill with a few neighbors in and start making plans for the holidays. This could be yo… Things go bump in the night 🤝 call an Atkinson agent the next day. 1 Things go bump in the night 🤝 call an Atkinson agent the next day. Layne Donovan does it again with the sale of 7908A! A stunning new build with gorgeous details you’ll want to zoom in on over and over again. (We won’t tell.😎)

Congratulations to everyone all around, and we’ll be anxiously awaiting the invite to the housewarming party! 🎉

#atkinsonagent #northendervb #soldandclosed #virginiabeachhomes #virginiabeachrealestate #luxuryhomes #luxuryrealestate #luxurybrokerage Layne Donovan does it again with the sale of 7908A! A stunning new build with gorgeous details you’ll want to zoom in on over and over again. (We won’t tell.😎) Congratulations to everyone all around, and we’ll be anxiously awaiting the invite to the housewarming party! 🎉 #atkinsonagent #northendervb #soldandclosed #v…
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atkinsonrealty We’re not skipping over Thanksgiving, we’re just really excited the holiday lights at the beach are back… and they start tonight! (We won’t be the first car in line or anything. And we definitely don’t have a decorated car…) 🎄🎅🏼❤️ #holidaylights #visitvirginiabeach #boardwalk #virginiabeachboardwalk #christmaslights #christmaslightsdisplay #christmaslightsvirginiabeach #holidaylightsatthebeach #boardwalklights
atkinsonrealty Honoring all who served today. Thank you for your service and bravery.
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty Is there anything better than a Cape Story by the Sea beach bungalow? Full of personality and charm, this stunner by @iknowpage is ready for fun galore! (Seriously, look at that backyard! 😍) Stop by the open house today between 1-3 PM to see Page and learn how this home can be yours before the holidays! #newlisting #virginiabeach #virginiabeachrealestate #distinctivehomes #coastalliving #beachbungalow
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty Without further adieu - the November event guide is there! And a special bonus this month includes “Lights in Tidewater” to keep you in the loop about light nights, grand illuminations, and more so you never miss an event! #localguide #visitvirginiabeach #virginiabeachguide #holidaylights #holidaylightstour
atkinsonrealty Celebrating the closing of 712 55th Street! Tucked away at the end of a private drive and overlooking Crystal Lake, we are enjoying one last look at this exquisite home! #virginiabeach #luxuryhomes #virginiabeachrealestate #realestate #luxuryrealestate #realestateagent #soldandclosed #virginiabeachrealtor #distinctivehomescollection #coastalliving #coastalva #chooseatkinson #atkinsonagent
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty 712 14th Street and the @thevibecreativedistrict living is easy! Abundant natural light, open living spaces, close to amazing places like @aslin.vabeach and @badasscoffeevb so you can start or end your day in style! Be sure to stop by the open house tomorrow anytime between 8:30 and 1:00 PM, hosted by @nathaniel_atkinsonrealty to take a tour and explore some of the great places around your {future} neighborhood. #forsale #openhouse #vibedistrict #vibedistrictvb #virginiabeach #virginiabeachrealestate #coastalliving #coastalrealestate #distinctivecollection
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atkinsonrealty We used all of our clever tricks and treats showing off the real frights of real estate because there’s some really scary stuff in there! Happy Halloween ghouls and gals! 🎃
🤣 This is awesome
@atkinsonrealty Busted 🫣🫣
@taylorsdoit we know you know “tape measure dad” QUITE well. 🥸
This is great 😂😂
@stephanieclarkrealestate you know you’ve lived at least three of these too! 😂
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atkinsonrealty 5300-B Lakeside Avenue, the contemporary stunner that went under contract in just one week recently closed! Congratulations to Chris Martini, his clients, and the new homeowners!
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty Welcome to 105 51st Street, @iknowpage’s latest North End listing! Spanning three floors, there is so much to explore; from the saltwater in-ground pool to the rooftop deck with panoramic views and everywhere in between. Be sure to stop by the open house Sunday, 10/27 between 1-3 PM for an opportunity to tour the property, ask questions, and find out how you can make it yours before the holidays. See you there!
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty Imagine this: It’s a breezy fall morning. You picked up coffee from @commoncoffeebar just a block away from your new home to enjoy on your porch while you listen to cars going by your street. You make brunch plans at @buoy44seafoodgrill with a few neighbors in and start making plans for the holidays. This could be your new reality. Seller is offering up to $18,000 in closing cost assistance to newly ratified contracts that close by the end of 2024. Stop by Bay Villas Condos this weekend at 2332 Pleasure House Road. Open House on Saturday from 12-3 PM and Sunday from 12-5 PM with @nathaniel_atkinsonrealty.
atkinsonrealty Things go bump in the night 🤝 call an Atkinson agent the next day.
atkinsonrealty
atkinsonrealty Layne Donovan does it again with the sale of 7908A! A stunning new build with gorgeous details you’ll want to zoom in on over and over again. (We won’t tell.😎) Congratulations to everyone all around, and we’ll be anxiously awaiting the invite to the housewarming party! 🎉 #atkinsonagent #northendervb #soldandclosed #virginiabeachhomes #virginiabeachrealestate #luxuryhomes #luxuryrealestate #luxurybrokerage

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