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$330,000
$177 / sqft · est. $2,079/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,860sqft
0days on market

1608 Cullen Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324

New ListingResidential · built 2011 · ALL OTHERS AREA 31

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath property in a great location! Inside, you'll love the open floor plan that creates a seamless flow between the living, dining, and kitchen areas, great for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen features granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances offering both style and functionality. Upstairs, the primary suite is a true retreat with a jetted tub, double vanity, and plenty of space to unwind at the end of the day. Two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for guests, a home office, or growing needs. Outside you can enjoy a fully fenced backyard — great for gatherings, pets, or simply enjoying the outdoors. An attached garage adds convenience and extra storage. With its desirable features and great location, this home is one you won't want to miss!

Listing courtesy of Vernon Sims · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10643504

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

1608 Cullen Ave is a 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home built in 2011 in Chesapeake, Virginia, offering 1,860 square feet of living space just four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard — a rare combination of modern construction and unbeatable base access.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1608 Cullen Ave apart is its 2011 build year paired with that four-minute drive to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Most homes this close to the shipyard are decades older; this one gives you the tighter construction standards, updated systems, and half-bath convenience of a newer build without sacrificing location. Three bedrooms, two full baths, a half bath, and 1,860 square feet make it a genuinely functional layout for everyday life.

ALL OTHERS AREA 31 and the Chesapeake real estate market

Cullen Ave sits in a section of Chesapeake that straddles the working waterfront character of the Portsmouth border and the quieter residential blocks that spread south and east. The streets here are a mix of long-established households and newer infill construction — 1608 fits the latter, giving the block a refreshed feel without standing out awkwardly. Chesapeake is the largest city by land area in Virginia, and this corner of it punches above its weight for convenience. You're close enough to downtown Portsmouth and Norfolk to reach either in under fifteen minutes, yet the pace on Cullen Ave itself is decidedly neighborhood-level calm. The city's infrastructure investment in this corridor has been steady, and the surrounding blocks reflect that. For anyone weighing where in Hampton Roads to put down roots, this address in Chesapeake offers a practical answer: newer home, central location, and two major bases within a short drive.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Cullen Ave. Grocery options, pharmacies, and gas stations are all within a short drive along the corridors connecting Chesapeake and Portsmouth. The Elizabeth River Trail system is accessible nearby for walking and cycling. Western Branch and the broader Chesapeake park network give you green space options without a long commute. Portsmouth's Olde Towne waterfront — with its restaurants, coffee shops, and weekend farmers market — is roughly ten minutes away and worth the short trip. USCG Base Portsmouth is also just four minutes out, making this address genuinely convenient for multi-branch households.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — this address is about as well-positioned as it gets for military households in Hampton Roads. A VA loan is a natural fit here, and the 2011 build means you're not inheriting decades of deferred maintenance. Three bedrooms handle a growing family, and the half bath keeps the main living area functional during busy mornings.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home and want something built in the last fifteen years — not a fixer from the 1970s — 1608 Cullen Ave is worth a close look. At 1,860 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, the layout gives you room to grow without overwhelming you. The location in Chesapeake keeps you central to everything in Hampton Roads, and the proximity to two military bases makes it a smart long-term hold.

More buyer questions

How far is 1608 Cullen Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately four minutes away by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in the Chesapeake and Portsmouth area. That proximity is a consistent draw for shipyard personnel and contractors.

How far is 1608 Cullen Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also about four minutes from this address, making 1608 Cullen Ave unusually convenient for Coast Guard households or multi-branch families.

What year was 1608 Cullen Ave built?

The home was built in 2011, making it a relatively modern construction for this part of Chesapeake. That means updated building standards, more energy-efficient systems, and generally less deferred maintenance compared to older nearby homes.

Is 1608 Cullen Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.

Does 1608 Cullen Ave have an HOA?

HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents — your agent can pull that detail quickly during the inquiry process.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well. Reach out to get honest answers about 1608 Cullen Ave and what it looks like in person.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

2011

Price / sqft

$177

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,248/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10643504

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

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

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

Flood Risk

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,079/mo

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$271

Home insurance

$96

PMI

None

HOA

None

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Value & history

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Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$300,000 – $413,000

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.

3340 Country CIR · 1.5 mi · 1,948 sqft$400,000 sold 2026-05
2812 Mark ST · 1.5 mi · 1,968 sqft$413,000 sold 2026-04
1215 Freeman AVE · 1.8 mi · 1,744 sqft$336,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$330,000

Price / Sq Ft

$177

Annual Taxes

$3,248

Monthly Tax

$271

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.98%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$330,000—
Currently listed—$330,000—

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.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1608 Cullen Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are George W. Carver Intermediate (GreatSchools 4/10), Oscar Smith Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Oscar Smith (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1608 Cullen Ave 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 1608 Cullen Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1608 Cullen Ave built?+
It was built in 2011, per the listing record.

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The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Vernon Sims · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10643504

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1608 Cullen Ave, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10643504 · 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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