Why this home stands out
New construction on more than six acres is genuinely rare inside Chesapeake's city limits, and 1432 Taft Road delivers exactly that. Built in 2026, the home combines the reliability of modern systems and materials with the kind of land footprint that most buyers have to travel far outside the metro to find. Four bedrooms, three and a half baths, and 3,484 square feet give a growing household real room to spread out — without sacrificing proximity to employment, bases, or everyday conveniences.
ALL OTHERS AREA 32 and the Chesapeake real estate market
Chesapeake is an independent city in Virginia — and if you've ever searched what county is chesapeake va in, the answer is that it operates as its own jurisdiction, not part of any surrounding county. That independence shapes everything from infrastructure investment to land-use decisions, and it's a big reason why pockets like ALL OTHERS AREA 32 still offer acreage-sized lots within city boundaries. Area 32 occupies the more rural southwestern quadrant of Chesapeake, where the pace slows, the tree canopy thickens, and neighbors tend to measure their property in acres rather than square feet. It's a landscape of working farms, wooded parcels, and long driveways — the kind of setting that feels a world away from the metro even though you're still well within it. Chesapeake as a whole is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale means Area 32 retains a genuinely rural character while still connecting to the broader Hampton Roads region without a long haul.
What's nearby
Daily life from 1432 Taft Road is more self-sufficient than you might expect for a rural address. The Battlefield Boulevard corridor — roughly 15 minutes east — anchors a full range of grocery stores, pharmacies, home improvement retailers, and restaurants. Chesapeake City Park offers trails, athletic fields, and open green space within a reasonable drive. The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is practically in the backyard, giving hikers, birders, and kayakers a massive natural playground. Lake Drummond and the surrounding refuge trails are accessible via the Lake Drummond Causeway, a uniquely scenic entry point into one of Virginia's most distinctive natural landscapes.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 21 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is reachable in roughly 30 — both well within a typical commute window. A VA loan can make financing a new-construction home like this straightforward, and your BAH rate for the Hampton Roads area reflects the region's strong housing market. Six-plus acres gives military families the space and privacy that can be hard to find closer to the bases.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it's shrinking, 1432 Taft Road is the reset. Six and a half acres means a backyard that's actually a yard — room for a garden, a fire pit, a workshop, or simply open space where kids and dogs can disappear for hours. The 3,484-square-foot floor plan across four bedrooms and three and a half baths gives every family member their own territory indoors, too. And because it's 2026 construction, you're starting with a clean slate — no deferred maintenance, no surprises.
More buyer questions
How far is 1432 Taft Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately 21 minutes under normal conditions, heading northeast through Chesapeake's rural southwestern corridor toward the base. Route options are straightforward and avoid most of the metro's heavier traffic.
How far is 1432 Taft Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 30 minutes away, making it a manageable daily commute for personnel stationed there. The drive routes through Chesapeake and crosses into Portsmouth via one of several bridge or tunnel options.
What is the lot size at 1432 Taft Road?
The property sits on 6.454 acres — a substantial parcel that provides genuine privacy, room for outbuildings or future improvements, and a buffer from neighboring properties that's increasingly rare this close to the Hampton Roads metro.
Is 1432 Taft Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Given the rural, elevated character of much of Area 32, many parcels in this section carry lower flood risk, but you should confirm the specific designation for this lot before making any decisions.
What are the nearest grocery stores and services to 1432 Taft Road?
The Battlefield Boulevard corridor, approximately 15 minutes east, is the primary hub for groceries, pharmacies, and big-box retail serving this part of Chesapeake. Additional options are available in the Great Bridge area to the northeast.
Want to walk the full 6.454 acres and see the floor plan in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's set up a tour.
