Why this home stands out
Built in 2016, this 2,294-square-foot home gives you the square footage of a larger property without the age-related maintenance surprises that come with older construction. Four bedrooms and a half-bath on the main level create real flexibility — a dedicated home office, a guest room, or a playroom all become genuinely possible. The Norfolk Highlands location is the quiet ace up its sleeve: central to everything Hampton Roads, yet tucked into a low-traffic residential pocket.
NORFOLK HIGHLANDS and the Chesapeake real estate market
Norfolk Highlands sits in the heart of Chesapeake, Virginia — a city that often surprises people with how much it packs in. When people search chesapeake county va for context on local government, they quickly learn that Chesapeake is an independent city rather than a county, meaning residents enjoy city-level services with a decidedly suburban feel. Norfolk Highlands itself is a well-established residential area with a mixed character: modest, tree-lined streets that have been here for decades sit alongside newer construction like this 2016 build. The neighborhood borders Portsmouth and sits close to the Indian River corridor, giving it easy access to multiple parts of Hampton Roads without the congestion of more central districts. You're close enough to Norfolk's urban core to enjoy it, but far enough away that the streets stay quiet in the evenings. It's the kind of location that works well whether your daily commute runs north, east, or across the water.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from Hawthorne DR. Beasley's Farm is just 0.4 miles away for fresh and local grocery needs, and Lempira #2 is under a mile out for additional shopping options. When you want a quick bite or something different for dinner, A Taste of the Caribbean and Sky Lounge Inc are both within 0.4 miles. Green space is well represented too — Blue Heron Landing Park is a half-mile away, Plymouth Park sits at 0.6 miles, and Indian River Park North and Rokeby Center round things out at 0.8 miles, giving you multiple options for morning walks, weekend outings, or just getting outside after work.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth are each roughly seven minutes from the front door — that kind of dual-base proximity is genuinely rare and makes this address worth a close look for any service member weighing BAH and commute time together. A VA loan can make the financing side straightforward, and 2,294 square feet means the whole family has room to settle in between deployments and duty-station changes.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms across 2,294 square feet built in 2016 means you're getting modern construction standards — better insulation, updated electrical, and layouts designed for how families actually live today. Three parks within a mile give kids somewhere to burn energy, and the half-bath on the main level means morning routines don't turn into a traffic jam. This is the kind of home that grows with a family rather than against it.
More buyer questions
How far is 1302 Hawthorne DR #A from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately seven minutes away by car, making this one of the closer residential options to the base without being in the immediate industrial corridor. The short commute is one of the address's most practical advantages.
How far is 1302 Hawthorne DR #A from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about seven minutes from the property, which is an unusually convenient position for Coast Guard personnel. Having two major installations within the same short drive window broadens the appeal significantly for military households.
What is the flood risk at 1302 Hawthorne DR #A?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
What is the Norfolk Highlands neighborhood like in Chesapeake?
Norfolk Highlands is a long-established residential neighborhood in Chesapeake with tree-lined streets, a mix of housing eras, and a central location that puts Portsmouth, Norfolk, and the broader Hampton Roads region within easy reach. It tends to attract buyers who want proximity to multiple employment centers without paying a premium for a trendier zip code.
Is 1302 Hawthorne DR #A part of an HOA?
HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details section of this page — if an association is in place, the presence of one will be indicated there along with any relevant governing documents.
Ready to see 1302 Hawthorne DR #A in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Norfolk Highlands well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough at your convenience.
