Why this home stands out
One hundred sixty-eight acres of contiguous land in southern Chesapeake is not something that comes along often. This parcel sits in a part of the city where working farms, wooded buffers, and open sky still define the landscape. The sheer size gives you options that smaller tracts simply can't — room for multiple structures, agricultural use, conservation, equestrian facilities, or a private compound with serious separation from the outside world.
PLEASANT GROVE and the Chesapeake real estate market
Pleasant Grove is one of Chesapeake's quieter, more rural-feeling corridors — a stretch of the city where the pace slows down and the land opens up. St. Brides Road West runs through a landscape of farms, tree lines, and low-density residential properties, giving this area a character that feels genuinely removed from suburban sprawl even though Chesapeake's full range of amenities is within a reasonable drive. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by area, and that size means it contains multitudes — dense retail corridors up near the interstate, waterfront neighborhoods along the Elizabeth River, and then quiet agricultural pockets like this one in the south. If you've searched terms like willow bridge court chesapeake va while exploring southern Chesapeake land options, you already have a sense of the kind of low-density, spacious character this part of the city offers. Pleasant Grove fits squarely in that tradition — big lots, working land, and neighbors who value their space as much as you value yours.
What's nearby
The St. Brides Road corridor puts you within reach of everyday needs without sacrificing the rural feel. The Chesapeake city core along Battlefield Boulevard is roughly 20 minutes north, where you'll find major grocery chains, home improvement stores, and a full range of dining. The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge borders this part of Chesapeake to the west, offering miles of hiking and wildlife observation. Lake Drummond, accessible via the Lake Drummond Causeway, is a short drive and a genuine natural landmark. For fuel, feed, and farm supply needs, local options along the Route 17 and Cedar Road corridors serve the agricultural community well.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you're stationed at USCG Finance Center Chesapeake — just 18 minutes away — or working at Norfolk Naval Shipyard about 28 minutes out, this parcel offers something most military families never get access to: genuine acreage. VA loan eligibility can extend to land with a residential component, so it's worth a conversation with a VA-savvy lender if a private estate or working homestead is part of your long-term plan.
For buyers drawn to character
For buyers who want land with a sense of place — not just square footage — 168 acres in southern Chesapeake delivers exactly that. The lake drummond causeway chesapeake va corridor nearby anchors this parcel in one of the most ecologically rich and historically layered parts of Hampton Roads. Build a legacy property here, or simply hold land that has real character and won't be replicated.
More buyer questions
How far is 168 AC St Brides Rd W from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately 18 minutes from this parcel under normal traffic conditions. That makes it a practical choice for Coast Guard personnel looking to own land close to their duty station.
What can land in the Pleasant Grove area of Chesapeake be used for?
Southern Chesapeake parcels like this one have historically supported agricultural, equestrian, forestry, and low-density residential uses — though any specific development or use plans should be verified with Chesapeake's Department of Development and Permits for current zoning and land-use regulations.
Is 168 AC St Brides Rd W in a flood zone?
Southern Chesapeake does include areas with varying flood zone designations, particularly near wetland and swamp-adjacent corridors. A current FEMA flood map review and survey are recommended before any development planning on this parcel.
How far is this property from Lake Drummond and the Great Dismal Swamp?
The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge and Lake Drummond are within a short drive — roughly 10 to 15 minutes depending on the access point. The Lake Drummond Causeway provides one of the most direct routes into the refuge from this part of Chesapeake.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Chesapeake?
VA loans are primarily designed for properties with an existing or planned primary residence — raw land alone typically doesn't qualify, but a construction loan combined with a VA loan may be an option worth exploring with a VA-approved lender familiar with Chesapeake transactions.
Ready to walk 168 acres in southern Chesapeake? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's set up a site visit on your schedule.
