Why this home stands out
Built in 2023, Unit 306 skips the renovation math entirely. The finishes are current, the systems are young, and the layout puts two full baths alongside two bedrooms in 1,327 square feet of thoughtfully used space. That combination — new construction, a third-floor perch, and a location minutes from two federal installations — is genuinely hard to find at this zip code. Buyers comparing homes for sale in 23320 will notice how few condos here carry a 2023 build year.
BRANFORD SQUARE AT GREENBRIER and the Chesapeake real estate market
Waitsel Drive sits in a busy, well-connected corridor of central Chesapeake. The immediate streets mix newer multi-family buildings with established commercial strips, giving the block an active, walkable energy. Retail, food, and fitness options line the nearby roads, so daily errands rarely require a long drive. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and that scale shows up in the variety of neighborhoods, parks, and employment centers spread across it. The city leans suburban in character but punches above its weight on amenities. Interstate 64 and the Military Highway corridor put Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Virginia Beach within easy reach. Commuters heading south toward the Outer Banks or north toward downtown Norfolk find the central location genuinely useful. Anyone sorting through homes for sale in Chesapeake will find that the 23320 zip code sits right at the city's practical core. Public green space, grocery options, and independent businesses are all close by. The city's size means you can find a quieter pocket or a livelier strip depending on which direction you turn.
What's nearby
Progress Fitness and Violent Hippie Academy are both about two-tenths of a mile away, which makes skipping a workout harder to justify. Krispy Kreme, Waffle House, and Chick N Roll are all within four-tenths of a mile for quick meals or coffee runs. Millers and Dunkin' add more morning options at half a mile. Grocery runs are easy too — Al Amin Super Market, Tala Market Meat and Bakery, and a Walmart Supercenter are all within six-tenths of a mile. Midway Park and Field, Crossways Park, and Oak Grove Park give you three outdoor options within a mile.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about three minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly nine minutes by car. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Chesapeake, and a 2023 build year means the property clears most lender condition requirements without negotiation. The short commute window to two installations from a single address is a practical advantage worth noting.
For first-time buyers
A 2023 build year means the big-ticket systems — HVAC, roof, plumbing — are still new. Two full baths across two bedrooms gives each room real privacy. The condo format keeps exterior maintenance off your plate. For anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School, this address lands in that zone and adds the benefit of newer construction in a central location.
More buyer questions
How far is 1505 Waitsel Drive #306 from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about nine minutes by car from this address. The Military Highway corridor makes the drive straightforward on most days.
What year was 1505 Waitsel Drive #306 built?
The building was constructed in 2023, making it one of the newer condo options in the 23320 zip code. That build year means all major systems are still in their early years.
Is 1505 Waitsel Drive #306 in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.
How far is 1505 Waitsel Drive #306 from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly three minutes away by car. It is one of the closest federal installations to this address.
Are there parks near 1505 Waitsel Drive #306?
Yes — Midway Park and Field, Crossways Park, and Oak Grove Park are all within one mile of the address. Midway Park and Field is the closest at about six-tenths of a mile.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your next move.