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$425,000
$188 / sqft · est. $2,678/mo →
4beds
2.1baths
2,258sqft
5days on market

1232 Bell Tower Arch, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Under ContractResidential · built 2002 · VARSITY MANOR

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2002

Price / sqft

$188

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,183/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

MLS #

10649362

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,258
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Sun Room, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
Above Ground Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Full,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2400
Subdivision
VARSITY MANOR
Zoning
R8S
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, 2 Space, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Welcome to this spacious 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home in Chesapeake. You'll find plenty of room to enjoy inside and out. New LVP flooring, carpet and fresh paint throughout create a clean, inviting feel. The grand primary bedroom features a walk-in closet with customized storage designed to keep everything organized. The open kitchen with plenty of wood cabinets overlooks the cozy family room which offers built-ins surrounding the gas fireplace. Outside you'll find your 10x20 sunrooms addding a bright space to relax or entertain. Addtional features include a convenient dog washing area, ultility closet, ample storage, and refreshed curb appeal with newly painted shutters, front door, and garage door. Outside, enjoy the large yard with a new fence, above ground pool, and established pear and apple trees. Whether you're relaxing in the sunroom, floating in the pool, or entertaining inside this home is ready for you to make it yours. The roof was recently replaced in 2021.

Listing courtesy of Crystal Bell · Own Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10649362

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A four-bedroom, 2.1-bath home built in 2002 on Bell Tower Arch in Chesapeake's 23324 zip code — just five minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard, with everyday errands handled in under a mile and a quiet residential street to come home to.

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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 Portlock 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

At 2,258 square feet, this 2002-built home gives you four real bedrooms and a half-bath on the main level — a layout that makes hosting and daily routines genuinely comfortable. The address sits on a street with an arch suffix, which typically signals a shorter, lower-traffic run of homes. Proximity to two major installations in under ten minutes is hard to match anywhere in the region, and the grocery store is literally a four-minute walk away.

VARSITY MANOR and the Chesapeake real estate market

Bell Tower Arch sits in the South Norfolk corridor of Chesapeake — a city that consistently draws buyers who want the breathing room of a mid-size city without sacrificing access to Hampton Roads' employment hubs. The surrounding blocks have a settled, workaday character: modest lots, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stay put. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which means you get genuine green space and lower density even close to the urban core. The Portlock area nearby adds a community anchor with its activity center and parks. For anyone comparing Chesapeake homes for sale across different zip codes, the 23324 pocket stands out for its tight commute triangle — Naval Shipyard, USCG Base Portsmouth, and downtown Norfolk are all reachable without touching a highway interchange at peak hours.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Food Lion is 0.4 miles away — close enough to walk back with a bag of groceries. Subway, Domino's Pizza, and Great China all sit within half a mile for weeknight dinners when cooking isn't happening. La Hacienda Panadería, Rosticeria, Y Mas is 0.8 miles out and worth knowing about for weekend mornings. Kids and adults who want to stay active have two solid options: South Norfolk Martial Arts and The Fox's Den Kung Fu are both under a mile. Midway Park and Field and the Chesapeake Parks and Recreation Portlock Activity Center give you outdoor and community programming options within a short drive or bike ride.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Five minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and six to USCG Base Portsmouth — this address is about as dialed-in for military households as it gets in Chesapeake. A VA loan pairs naturally with a home at this price point and commute distance, and four bedrooms gives the family room to spread out between deployments and duty rotations.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms, 2,258 square feet, and a half-bath on the main floor — this is the layout families move up to when the starter home stops fitting. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School and homes for sale zoned for Portlock Primary School will find this address lands squarely in that attendance zone, with parks and a community activity center already in the neighborhood.

More buyer questions

How far is 1232 Bell Tower Arch from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

The drive is roughly five minutes under normal conditions — one of the shortest commutes you'll find among homes for sale in 23324. USCG Base Portsmouth is just one minute farther at about six minutes.

Is 1232 Bell Tower Arch in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Review that section for the specific designation before making any decisions.

What grocery stores are closest to 1232 Bell Tower Arch?

Food Lion is the nearest at 0.4 miles, with Dollar General at 0.5 miles and La Mejor Tienda Latina at 0.6 miles — three options within easy walking or a very short drive.

Does 1232 Bell Tower Arch have an HOA?

HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents, but the surrounding South Norfolk area is largely made up of non-HOA streets — worth verifying directly.

What parks and recreation are near 1232 Bell Tower Arch?

The Portlock Activity Center run by Chesapeake Parks and Recreation is 0.7 miles away, Midway Park and Field is 0.9 miles out, and Battlefield Business Park is 0.6 miles — giving you a few different options depending on what you're after.

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 1232 Bell Tower Arch.

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Schools

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Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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.

$395K

Median sale · 12 mo

$220

Sold $/sq ft

10d

Days on market

5

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 & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$2,678/mo

Principal & interest

$2,205

Property tax

$349

Home insurance

$124

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

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$385,000 – $500,000

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.

424 Rose Garden Ln · 2.7 mi · 2,160 sqft$474,000 sold 2026-07
1014 Mains Creek RD · 2.6 mi · 2,069 sqft$475,000 sold 2026-04
1009 Mathews DR · 3.1 mi · 2,199 sqft$500,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$425,000

Price / Sq Ft

$188

Annual Taxes

$4,183

Monthly Tax

$349

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.98%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 25, 2026$425,000—
Currently listed—$425,000—

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

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1232 Bell Tower Arch in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Portlock 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 1232 Bell Tower Arch 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 1232 Bell Tower Arch have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1232 Bell Tower Arch built?+
It was built in 2002, per the listing record.

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1232 Bell Tower Arch, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10649362 · 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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