Why this home stands out
What sets 1423 Rodgers Street apart is its almost unbeatable proximity to two major installations — Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth are both within a four-minute drive — combined with a walkable cluster of parks right outside the door. Cascade Park is just 0.2 miles away, Atlantic Avenue Park is 0.3 miles, and Lakeside Park is 0.4 miles, giving this modest 962-square-foot home an outdoor footprint that punches well above its square footage.
SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market
1423 Rodgers Street sits in the South Norfolk corridor of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the region's most historically rooted communities, with a tight street grid, mature trees, and a neighborhood character that has been shaped by generations of working families and military households. South Norfolk carries a genuine sense of place: block parties still happen, neighbors know each other's names, and the streets feel lived-in rather than manicured. Chesapeake as a city offers a rare combination of urban access and suburban breathing room, with no state income tax on military pay for qualifying service members and a city government that has invested steadily in parks and infrastructure. The 23324 zip code sits at the geographic heart of Hampton Roads, putting you within a reasonable drive of downtown Norfolk, the Chesapeake waterfront, and the broader network of bases and employers that define this region. Among homes for sale in Chesapeake, properties in this zip code tend to attract buyers who prioritize commute time above almost everything else — and for good reason.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from Rodgers Street. Dollar General is 0.4 miles away, Super Mart is 0.5 miles, and Mr Food Mart is 0.7 miles — all reachable on foot or in under two minutes by car. When you want coffee before the morning shift, 7-Eleven and Rich Port Coffee are both within 0.6 miles, and Dunkin' is right there too. For a quick meal, 33rd Precinct and Little Caesars Pizza are each about half a mile out. Fitness options include South Norfolk Martial Arts and RheuFit, both 0.7 miles away. And with Cascade Park, Atlantic Avenue Park, and Lakeside Park all within 0.4 miles, you have genuine green space within easy walking distance every single day.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth. For active-duty households, that kind of commute is rare in Hampton Roads, and it translates directly into time back in your day. A VA loan can make 1423 Rodgers Street even more accessible — and with two bases this close, BAH in this area is structured to support homeownership rather than work against it.
For first-time buyers
If you are comparing homes for sale in 23324 and want a foothold in Chesapeake without overextending, 1423 Rodgers Street offers a realistic starting point. At 962 square feet, the home is manageable and efficient. The parks are steps away, the commute to both major nearby bases is measured in minutes, and the South Norfolk neighborhood has the kind of stability that first-time buyers benefit from long-term.
More buyer questions
How far is 1423 Rodgers Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately a 3-minute drive from 1423 Rodgers Street — one of the shortest gate-to-door commutes you will find in this part of Chesapeake.
How far is 1423 Rodgers Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about a 4-minute drive, making this address genuinely convenient for Coast Guard personnel stationed there.
What parks are near 1423 Rodgers Street?
Three parks are within easy walking distance: Cascade Park at 0.2 miles, Atlantic Avenue Park at 0.3 miles, and Lakeside Park at 0.4 miles — a strong lineup for a neighborhood property.
Is 1423 Rodgers Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School and Rena B. Wright Primary School near this address?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School or homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School will find that this part of Chesapeake falls within those attendance boundaries — the Schools tile on this page has full zone details.
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