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3beds
2baths
1,278sqft
2days on market

1540 Bainbridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23324

New ListingResidential · built 1955 · AVALON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$207

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,521/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

MLS #

10655066

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,278
Stories
1
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Dog Run,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3480
Subdivision
AVALON
Zoning
RMF1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch offering 1,278 square feet of comfortable one-level living in Chesapeake. Inside, the functional floor plan includes a first-floor primary bedroom and plenty of space to make your own. Enjoy hardwood floors throughout the home and new LVP floors in kitchen. All windows are only six years old! Outside, enjoy a spacious yard with privacy wood fencing, storage shed, beautiful trees, and plenty of parking. With its classic ranch layout and generous outdoor space, this home offers an inviting opportunity for convenient single-level living. Located in the South Norfolk area of Chesapeake with historic charm and easy access to nearby shopping, dining and major roadways.

Listing courtesy of John Powers · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10655066

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

1540 Bainbridge Boulevard is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Chesapeake, Virginia, built in 1955 and covering 1,278 square feet. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 3 minutes away. Parks, groceries, and restaurants are all within walking distance. It sits squarely among Chesapeake homes for sale with some of the shortest base commutes in the city.

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See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23324, homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School, and homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Chesapeake — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Avalon homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

Few addresses in the 23324 zip code put you this close to two federal installations at once. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 3 minutes by car, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about 4 minutes. At the same time, Lakeside Park, Franklin Field, and Captain Frederic E. Consolvo Jr. Park are all within a 5-minute walk. That combination of base proximity and immediate green space is genuinely hard to find.

AVALON and the Chesapeake real estate market

Bainbridge Boulevard runs through a quiet, established corner of Chesapeake near the South Norfolk border. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them brick, sitting on modest lots with mature trees. It's the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23324 — unpretentious, well-rooted, and close to everything. Sidewalks connect the neighborhood to parks and local shops without needing a car. The area has a working-class authenticity that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area. It stretches from the Great Dismal Swamp in the west to the Chesapeake Bay in the east. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 464 and the Chesapeake Expressway both connect quickly to Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Portsmouth. The city offers a full range of services, from major medical centers to regional shopping. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Chesapeake will notice that this zip code offers unusually short drive times to the region's employment hubs.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard. Dollar General is 0.2 miles away, Super Mart is half a mile, and Food Lion is just 0.7 miles. For coffee, the 7-Eleven on the corner covers quick mornings, while Rich Port Coffee and Dunkin' are both under a mile. Southside BBQ & Catering and 33rd Precinct give you solid local dining within a short drive. South Norfolk Martial Arts is 0.7 miles away for fitness. Three parks — Lakeside Park, Franklin Field, and Captain Frederic E. Consolvo Jr. Park — are all within 0.2 miles.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 3 minutes from the front door — one of the shortest gate-to-driveway commutes you'll find among homes for sale in Chesapeake. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly 4 minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the home's age and size make it a straightforward property to finance. Quick access to two installations from a single address is a rare find in Hampton Roads.

For first-time buyers

At 1,278 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this 1955 home offers a concrete starting point without the complexity of a larger property. Three parks are within a 5-minute walk, and groceries are under a mile away. The neighborhood is walkable and established. Anyone sorting through homes for sale in 23324 for the first time will appreciate how much daily life here runs on foot.

More buyer questions

How far is 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 3 minutes by car from 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard. That makes it one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard's main gate in Chesapeake.

Is 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

What parks are near 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard?

Lakeside Park, Franklin Field, and Captain Frederic E. Consolvo Jr. Park are all within 0.2 miles of the address. All three are walkable from the front door.

Are there homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School and homes for sale zoned for Rena B. Wright Primary School near this address?

Yes — the Schools tile on this page has current zoning details for both.

Does 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard have an HOA?

No HOA is associated with this property. Owners are not subject to association dues or deed restrictions from a homeowners association.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty can walk you through everything about 1540 Bainbridge Boulevard. Reach out to schedule a closer look at this Chesapeake address.

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Chesapeake$225K – $305K3+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034

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Explore this neighborhood

Avalon

Avalon is a Chesapeake neighborhood with suburban charm and a settled feel. It sits in a handy spot. It is a good fit for buyers who want a quality suburb that feels long settled.

$385K

Median sale · 12 mo

$223

Sold $/sq ft

8d

Days on market

7

For sale now

$78K

HH income

70%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

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Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,579/mo

Principal & interest

$1,375

Property tax

$127

Home insurance

$77

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$155,000 – $325,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

2114 Mclain ST · 0.3 mi · 1,196 sqft$238,000 sold 2026-02
1324 22nd ST · 0.7 mi · 1,276 sqft$299,900 sold 2026-08
1712 Ohio ST · 0.8 mi · 1,300 sqft$323,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$207

Annual Taxes

$1,521

Monthly Tax

$127

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.57%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 23, 2026$265,000—
Currently listed—$265,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1540 Bainbridge Blvd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (VaHome School Score 3.7/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 3.7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1540 Bainbridge Blvd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 1540 Bainbridge Blvd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1540 Bainbridge Blvd built?+
It was built in 1955, per the listing record.

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1540 Bainbridge Blvd, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10655066 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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