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3beds
1baths
1,000sqft
20days on market

1128 Wright Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324

ActiveResidential · built 1942 · AVALON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1942

Price / sqft

$285

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,800/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

MLS #

10651261

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,000
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp, Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Masonry,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Full

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
AVALON
Zoning
R8S
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLE
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Come Fall In Love with this Absolutely Gorgeous Like New Professionally Renovated Home! Stunning All New Kitchen with Granite counters and Soft close cabinets. All New Stainless Steel Appliances. Enjoy Entertaining in the Open living space. Beautiful All New Bathroom. All New HVAC and Ducting, New Roof, siding, windows, water heater and even all new insulation. Every light fixture and socket is New. Enjoy the fenced backyard. Lots of extra space in the detached garage. Even the garage has New Siding and Roof. Close To Shopping and Entertainment. Come See This Elegant Home Today!

Listing courtesy of Jim Leland · LPT Realty LLC · REIN MLS #10651261

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

A compact 1942 three-bedroom home on Wright Avenue in Chesapeake, Virginia — four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and within walking distance of three neighborhood parks. At 1,000 square feet, it offers an efficient footprint in a well-connected South Norfolk-adjacent pocket of the city.

Keep searching in Chesapeake

See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23324, homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School, and homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Chesapeake — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Avalon homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1128 Wright Avenue apart is its rare combination of wartime-era character and near-instant access to two major installations. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is literally four minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five. Add three parks within a quarter-mile and a walkable cluster of everyday conveniences, and this address punches well above its square footage in daily-life utility.

AVALON and the Chesapeake real estate market

Wright Avenue sits in the South Norfolk corridor of Chesapeake — one of the older, grid-street sections of the city where 1940s bungalows line quiet blocks and neighbors actually know each other's names. Chesapeake is the largest city by land area in Virginia, and this corner of it carries a distinct working-waterfront personality shaped by its proximity to the Elizabeth River and the shipyard that has anchored the regional economy for generations. The streets here are flat and walkable, the lots are modest and manageable, and the overall pace feels unhurried without being isolated. If you are weighing Chesapeake homes for sale across different zip codes, the 23324 pocket rewards buyers who want genuine neighborhood character over master-planned sameness — a rare quality in a city that has grown as quickly as Chesapeake has.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Wright Avenue. Dollar General is 0.4 miles away, Super Mart is 0.5 miles, and Mr Food Mart is 0.7 miles — enough options to cover quick grocery runs without a long drive. Grab a morning coffee at Rich Port Coffee or Dunkin', both 0.6 miles out, or swing by the 7-Eleven half a mile away. For a quick bite, 33rd Precinct and Little Caesars Pizza are both within half a mile. South Norfolk Martial Arts and RheuFit handle fitness needs at 0.7 miles. Best of all, Cascade Park is just 0.2 miles away, Atlantic Avenue Park is 0.3 miles, and Lakeside Park rounds out the green space at 0.4 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and five to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math is hard to beat. A VA loan can make ownership at this address straightforward, and the location means more time at home instead of in traffic. Families comparing homes for sale in 23324 with short base commutes will find this block worth a serious look.

For first-time buyers

A 1,000-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1942 gives first-time buyers a manageable entry point into Chesapeake homeownership without the complexity of a large property. The walkable parks, nearby conveniences, and tight-knit block feel make it easy to settle in quickly. A VA loan may also be an option for eligible buyers, lowering the barrier further.

More buyer questions

How far is 1128 Wright Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

The drive is approximately four minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closest residential streets to the shipyard's main gate. USCG Base Portsmouth is about five minutes in the opposite direction.

What is the flood zone status for 1128 Wright Avenue?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23324 zip code.

How old is the home at 1128 Wright Avenue?

The home was built in 1942, placing it in the wartime-era bungalow category common throughout the South Norfolk corridor of Chesapeake.

Are there parks within walking distance of 1128 Wright Avenue?

Yes — Cascade Park is 0.2 miles away, Atlantic Avenue Park is 0.3 miles, and Lakeside Park is 0.4 miles, giving you three green spaces all reachable on foot.

What zone does 1128 Wright Avenue fall into for local schools?

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School and homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School will find this address falls within those attendance zones — confirm current boundaries with Chesapeake City Public Schools directly.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Chesapeake well. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of 1128 Wright Avenue.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Chesapeake$240K – $330K3+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Avalon

Avalon is a Chesapeake neighborhood known for its suburban charm, established residential character, and convenient location. It's ideal for buyers seeking a quality suburban community with the feel of a well-established neighborhood.

$375K

Median sale · 12 mo

$220

Sold $/sq ft

10d

Days on market

6

For sale now

$78K

HH income

70%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,712/mo

Principal & interest

$1,479

Property tax

$150

Home insurance

$83

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

160% of $178,500

City assessment record · taxes $1,800/yr

Land share of assessed value

53% — $95,000

Improvements $83,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$149,500 – $260,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

612 Post AVE · 0.3 mi · 1,038 sqft$232,950 sold 2026-03
1312 Virginia AVE · 0.7 mi · 1,000 sqft$237,000 sold 2026-04
818 Hughes AVE · 0.1 mi · 837 sqft$149,500 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$285,000

Price / Sq Ft

$285

Annual Taxes

$1,800

Monthly Tax

$150

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.63%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 28, 2026$285,000—
Currently listed—$285,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

60% above assessment

Total Assessed

$178,500

Land

$95,000

Improvement

$83,500

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

20 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1128 Wright Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (VaHome School Score 3.7/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 3.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1128 Wright Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 1128 Wright Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1128 Wright Ave built?+
It was built in 1942, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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1128 Wright Ave, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10651261 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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