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$295,000
1/2 Ac Seaboard Ave
Chesapeake, Virginia 23324
MLS# 10641034 · SOUTH NORFOLK · Chesapeake VA
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About this home
Enjoy a rare opportunity to develop a parcel of up to four buildable lots, side by side, in South Norfolk Historic district. RSFA1 zoning (Information to be verified by buyer with the City of Chesapeake). Centrally located in South Hampton Roads with activities for entertainment, dining, concerts, special events and other interesting places. Close to interstate, ballpark, and NSU. Property sold "as is." Buyer respons…
Listed by Kenneth Holt · The Real Estate Group
VaHome Team property overview
A half-acre parcel on Seaboard Avenue in Chesapeake, Virginia — raw land sitting just minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth, ready for a buyer with a vision and a plan to build in one of Hampton Roads' most strategically located cities.
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Why this home stands out
Half-acre lots this close to two major military installations don't surface often. Seaboard Avenue puts you roughly three minutes from both Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth, which means a custom build here could eliminate a long daily commute entirely. The lot size gives genuine flexibility — room for a substantial footprint, a garage, outdoor living space, and still have yard left over. That combination of acreage, location, and blank-slate potential is genuinely rare in this corridor.
SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market
Seaboard Avenue sits in the western edge of Chesapeake, the independent city that stretches from the Virginia Beach border all the way down into the Great Dismal Swamp. This particular pocket of Chesapeake is defined less by a formal subdivision and more by its proximity — you're at the crossroads of Portsmouth and Chesapeake, with the Elizabeth River corridor just nearby. It's a working, practical part of Hampton Roads where light industrial, residential, and waterfront uses have coexisted for generations. The area carries a no-nonsense character: people here tend to know their neighbors, commutes are short, and access to the broader region is genuinely easy. Western Chesapeake land and farms listings are uncommon, which makes a buildable half-acre parcel here worth a serious look for anyone who wants to put down roots close to the water and close to work.
What's nearby
Daily errands are straightforward from Seaboard Avenue. The Portsmouth and Chesapeake commercial corridors along Military Highway and George Washington Highway are both within a short drive, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, and casual dining well within reach. The Downtown Portsmouth waterfront — with its restaurants, marina, and ferry connection to Norfolk — is roughly ten minutes away. Chesapeake Regional Medical Center is accessible without getting on a highway. For outdoor time, Northwest River Park and the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge offer serious green space a short drive south.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you or your spouse is stationed at Norfolk Naval Shipyard or USCG Base Portsmouth, this parcel deserves a hard look. A three-minute commute from base is almost unheard of in Hampton Roads. Building on this lot means you design the home around your family's needs from day one — and a VA loan can often be used for construction financing, making that path more accessible than many buyers expect.
For buyers drawn to character
For a buyer who's tired of compromising on someone else's floor plan, a half-acre lot on Seaboard Avenue is a genuine opportunity. You choose the layout, the materials, the orientation, and the outdoor space. Western Chesapeake has a grounded, established feel — this isn't a cookie-cutter subdivision — and building here means your home will reflect exactly what matters to your family rather than what a developer decided a decade ago.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1/2 AC Seaboard Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately a 3-minute drive from Seaboard Avenue, making this one of the closest buildable parcels to the shipyard available in the Chesapeake area.
What utilities or infrastructure are available at this Seaboard Ave lot?
Utility availability — including water, sewer, gas, and electric connections — should be verified directly with the City of Chesapeake and local utility providers before purchase, as service to vacant land parcels varies by location and frontage.
Is this Seaboard Ave parcel in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page; prospective buyers should review that information and consult FEMA flood maps as part of their due diligence.
What can you build on a half-acre lot in Chesapeake, Virginia?
Chesapeake's zoning regulations govern setbacks, allowable uses, and building envelope — a half-acre in this area may support a single-family residence with accessory structures, but you should confirm the specific zoning designation with the City of Chesapeake Planning Department before drawing up plans.
How far is 1/2 AC Seaboard Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly a 3-minute drive from Seaboard Avenue, placing this parcel within an exceptionally short commute of both major installations in the immediate area.
Curious whether this Seaboard Avenue lot fits your build plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what's possible here.
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| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
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| Listed | Jun 26, 2026 | $295,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $295,000 | — |
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About buying in Chesapeake
Homes for sale in Chesapeake, VA appeal to buyers who want suburban space, top-rated schools, and easy access to Virginia Beach and Norfolk. The city's geography splits roughly into five corridors: Greenbrier (23320) with newer construction and shopping near the mall; Great Bridge (23320, 23322) with the historic Battlefield district and excellent schools; Hickory (23322) with large-lot family homes and Hickory High; Western Branch (23321) near the Portsmouth border with mature trees and starter homes; and Deep Creek / South Norfolk (23323, 23324) with affordable inventory and waterfront access. Buyer demand is anchored by Chesapeake Public Schools — among the highest-rated in Hampton Roads — including Hickory High, Grassfield High, Great Bridge High, and Western Branch High. Median home prices range from $300K starter homes in Deep Creek to $600K+ Great Bridge family homes and $1M+ luxury estates in Hickory's gated communities. Chesapeake's commute is excellent for buyers working in Virginia Beach, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, or Newport News Shipbuilding via the I-664 and I-64 corridors. Below you'll find every active Chesapeake MLS listing pulled every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
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Listed by The Real Estate Group · MLS# 10641034
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$295,000
1/2 AC Seaboard AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23324
Chesapeake, Virginia 23324
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