Why this home stands out
What sets 1429 Chapel Street apart is its rare combination of size and proximity to two major installations — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are both roughly four minutes out. Four true bedrooms in a 1998-built home give you genuine flexibility, whether that means a dedicated home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household. The layout works hard without feeling cramped.
HUNTERSVILLE and the Norfolk real estate market
Chapel Street sits in a mature residential pocket of Norfolk, Virginia — a city that rewards people who take the time to explore it. The surrounding blocks carry that classic mid-Atlantic neighborhood feel: established trees, a mix of housing eras, and streets that connect you quickly to the broader metro. Norfolk is a working city with deep military roots, a lively arts and dining scene downtown, and waterfront access that reminds you the Chesapeake Bay is never far. If you're researching norfolk virginia real estate, this part of the city often flies under the radar compared to more talked-about neighborhoods, but it delivers on the fundamentals — reasonable commutes, solid infrastructure, and a community that's been here long enough to have real character. Norfolk sits in Hampton Roads, a region knit together by bridges, tunnels, and a shared maritime identity that makes the whole area feel both expansive and surprisingly tight-knit.
What's nearby
Daily life is straightforward from Chapel Street. Grocery runs, pharmacies, and quick-service dining are all within a short drive, and the broader Portsmouth and Norfolk commercial corridors give you plenty of options. Downtown Norfolk's restaurants, the Chrysler Museum of Art, and the waterfront are reachable in under 15 minutes. USCG Base Portsmouth and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both about four minutes away, which matters enormously if your schedule revolves around either installation. Parks and green space are woven through the surrounding neighborhoods, giving you outdoor options without a long drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math here is hard to argue with. A VA loan can make ownership at this address genuinely accessible, and four bedrooms means you're not scrambling for space when family visits or a PCS brings changes. Norfolk's central position in Hampton Roads keeps every major installation within a manageable drive.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 1429 Chapel Street offers a lot of room to grow into. Four bedrooms give you flexibility well beyond what most starter homes provide, and a 1998 build means you're working with systems and finishes that aren't ancient history. Norfolk's connected location means you're close to work, services, and the kind of everyday convenience that makes a new address feel like home quickly. Exploring norfolk virginia realty options in this price range, this one earns a serious look.
More buyer questions
How far is 1429 Chapel Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately four minutes from 1429 Chapel Street by car, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 1429 Chapel Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about four minutes away, so households connected to either installation can reach both without a significant commute.
What is the square footage and layout of 1429 Chapel Street?
The home offers 1,384 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1998 on a residential lot in Norfolk, Virginia.
Is 1429 Chapel 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.
Where is 1429 Chapel Street located within Norfolk?
The home sits on Chapel Street in Norfolk, Virginia 23504, a residential section of the city positioned close to the Portsmouth border and within easy reach of downtown Norfolk and the broader Hampton Roads metro.
Ready to see 1429 Chapel Street in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Norfolk well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
