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4beds
4baths
3,772sqft
$156per sqft
5days on market

1225 Bells Mill Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322

Under ContractResidential · built 1945 · 0.94 acres · ALL OTHERS AREA 32 · MLS #10660936

OverviewAbout this home

SELLER TO CONTRIBUTE TO BUYER RATE BUY DOWN AND CC ON ACCEPTABLE OFFER. This beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 4-bath home features a bright, open layout with stylish modern finishes throughout. The renovated kitchen showcases white cabinetry, quartz countertops, a stunning tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a spacious island with decorative wood detailing. A wonderful combination of modern style, comfort, and functionality! Survey available upon request.

Listing courtesy of Steffanie Battles · 1st Class Real Estate Flagship · REIN MLS #10660936

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1945
Price / sqft$156
HOANone
Taxes$5,001/yr
CountyChesapeake VA
MLS #10660936

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
4
Approx. sqft
3,772
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9400
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 32
Zoning
R10S
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1225 Bells Mill Road is a four-bedroom, four-bath home in Chesapeake, Virginia, built in 1945 and spanning 3,772 square feet. The lot sits in the 23322 zip code, close to groceries, parks, and two military installations. There is a lot of space here for the price of one address.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from 1945 rarely offer four full baths and nearly 3,800 square feet under one roof. This one does. The footprint is large enough to carve out a home office, a guest suite, and still have room left over. The 1945 build date gives the bones a solidity that newer construction often trades away for speed. That combination — vintage structure, generous square footage, four baths — is uncommon among Chesapeake homes for sale at any price point.

ALL OTHERS AREA 32 and the Chesapeake real estate market

Bells Mill Road runs through a quiet stretch of western Chesapeake, where lots tend to be generous and the pace slows down compared to the busier corridors closer to the interstate. The street itself mixes older homes with updated ones, giving the block a lived-in, established feel. Mature trees line the roadway, and the neighborhood draws buyers who want breathing room without leaving the city. Chesapeake is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which means open space and suburban calm coexist with full urban infrastructure. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 64 and the Chesapeake Expressway are both within easy reach. Downtown Norfolk is roughly 25 minutes east. Virginia Beach is about 20 minutes away. Locally, the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is a short drive south for hiking and wildlife watching. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23322 will find this zip code consistently delivers on space, access, and neighborhood stability.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from this address. ALDI, Food Lion, and Grocery Outlet are all within 0.6 miles, so a last-minute grocery run takes minutes. Hardee's, McDonald's, and Burrito Perdido cover quick meals within 0.3 miles. Coffee is close too — Dunkin' is 0.4 miles away, and 7-Eleven is even closer. Fitness 19 and Orangetheory Fitness are both under a mile for workouts. Cedar Crossing Park and Kevin Houston Park at Cedarwood are within half a mile, offering green space and walking paths close to home.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about seven minutes away. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 14 minutes out. VA loan financing is common in this part of Chesapeake, and the four-bedroom layout means no scramble for space after a PCS move. The home's size and multiple baths make settling in straightforward from day one.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1945 build in this condition is a find. The structure carries the weight and craftsmanship of mid-century construction — thick walls, solid framing, a floor plan that evolved over decades rather than being stamped out overnight. Four full baths and 3,772 square feet give you room to restore, update, or simply enjoy what time has already shaped. Buyers who want homes for sale zoned for Grassfield High School and homes for sale zoned for Cedar Road Elementary School will find this address fits both.

More buyer questions

How far is 1225 Bells Mill Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 14 minutes from this address by car. The route is straightforward via surface roads heading northeast.

How far is 1225 Bells Mill Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?

The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly seven minutes away. It is one of the closest major installations to this part of Bells Mill Road.

Is 1225 Bells Mill Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What is the square footage of 1225 Bells Mill Road?

The home measures 3,772 square feet. It includes four bedrooms and four full baths.

What parks are near 1225 Bells Mill Road?

Cedar Crossing Park is 0.4 miles away, and Kevin Houston Park at Cedarwood is 0.5 miles out. Both offer green space within easy walking or driving distance.

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

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

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

HighGrassfield High School
9.1/10
Up 0.3 from 2024–25
MiddleGreat Bridge Middle School
9/10
Unchanged from 2024–25
ElementaryCedar Road Elementary School
8.6/10
Up 0.4 from 2024–25

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.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

7.8 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

Explore this neighborhoodLas Gaviotas

Las Gaviotas is a settled neighborhood in the Great Bridge area of Chesapeake, Virginia. It sits off Cedar Road in the 23322 ZIP code. Its Spanish-inspired name means "the seagulls" in Spanish.

$590KMedian sale · 12 mo
$225Sold $/sq ft
12dDays on market
7For sale now
$98KHH income
88.6%Owner-occupied

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

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CostPayment calculator

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

$3,645/mo

Principal & interest

$3,056

Property tax

$417

Home insurance

$172

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 & historyComparables

Price context: similar nearby homes$680,000 – $977,501The 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.
820 Amberline DR · 2.1 mi · 3,536 sqft$700,000 sold 2026-07
821 Spruce Forest CT · 2.3 mi · 3,839 sqft$977,501 sold 2026-08
705 ASPEN FOREST CT · 2.1 mi · 3,458 sqft$710,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$589,000

Price / Sq Ft

$156

Annual Taxes

$5,001

Monthly Tax

$417

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.85%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 6, 2026$589,000—
Currently listed—$589,000—

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

5 days on market: read it in context

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

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
1225 Bells Mill Rdthis home$589,000443,772$156
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1225 Bells Mill Rd in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Cedar Road Elementary (VaHome School Score 8.6/10), Great Bridge Middle (VaHome School Score 9/10), Grassfield (VaHome School Score 9.1/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1225 Bells Mill Rd 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 1225 Bells Mill Rd have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1225 Bells Mill Rd built?
It was built in 1945, 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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