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$344,500
$284 / sqft · est. $2,134/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,215sqft
3days on market

1737 Sparrow Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Under ContractResidential · built 1987 · NORFOLK HIGHLANDS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Well-maintained and ideally located close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and everyday conveniences! This move-in ready home features a beautifully updated primary bathroom, plenty of parking, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. Enjoy modern convenience with a WiFi-enabled Vivint security system that controls the HVAC, garage door, and emergency services. A great combination of comfort, functionality, and location!

Listing courtesy of Theresa Reese · Inner Banks Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10636350

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

1737 Sparrow Road is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Chesapeake, Virginia, built in 1987 and offering 1,215 square feet of comfortable living space. Everyday essentials, parks, and fitness options are all within a short walk, and two military installations are reachable in under ten minutes.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1737 Sparrow Road apart is its genuinely walkable daily routine in a city not always known for it. Groceries, a neighborhood park, and multiple fitness studios are all within half a mile. Add quick access to both the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and you have a compact, efficient home base that punches well above its square footage in convenience.

NORFOLK HIGHLANDS and the Chesapeake real estate market

Chesapeake is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and the section surrounding Sparrow Road sits in the 23320 zip code — a well-established part of the city where mature streets meet everyday practicality. The area has a lived-in, grounded character: you'll find working families, long-term residents, and a straightforward neighborhood rhythm that doesn't require a car for most errands. Indian River Park runs nearby in two sections, giving the corridor a green, walkable edge that softens the suburban feel. For anyone exploring chesapeake bay realty, this pocket of Chesapeake offers an approachable entry point into a city with serious long-term stability. The broader Chesapeake market has held steady through multiple cycles thanks to a diverse employment base, strong military presence, and consistent demand from families relocating across Hampton Roads. Sparrow Road sits close enough to major corridors to feel connected, yet far enough from the busiest commercial strips to stay quiet on a weekday evening.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Longshots and Billy's Burgers and Dogs are both within 0.1 miles — walkable dinner options on any night of the week. Lempira #2 is just 0.2 miles out for quick grocery runs, with two Food Lion locations within 0.8 miles for a fuller shop. East Coast Gym is 0.4 miles away, Drop Fitness & Wellness at 0.5 miles, and USA Ninja Challenge Greenbrier at 0.6 miles if you prefer something more unconventional. Indian River Park North and Rokeby Center and Indian River Park South Side are both under half a mile, and a dedicated Bird and Nature Viewing Area sits just 0.4 miles away for quieter outdoor time.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about seven minutes from the front door, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly eight minutes in the opposite direction. That kind of dual-base access is genuinely rare and makes 1737 Sparrow Road a practical choice for military households — especially those using a VA loan to keep the transaction straightforward and costs manageable.

For first-time buyers

At 1,215 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, 1737 Sparrow Road is a right-sized first home — enough space to grow into without the overhead of a sprawling property. The walkable surroundings mean you're not dependent on a second car for daily errands, and Chesapeake city real estate in this zip code has historically offered solid footing for first-time buyers building equity.

More buyer questions

How far is 1737 Sparrow Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 8 minutes from 1737 Sparrow Road under normal traffic conditions. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the congestion that affects longer Hampton Roads commutes.

How far is 1737 Sparrow Road from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?

The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 7 minutes away, making it one of the closest military installations to this address in the region.

What parks are near 1737 Sparrow Road?

Indian River Park North and Rokeby Center is 0.3 miles away, Indian River Park South Side is 0.4 miles, and a Bird and Nature Viewing Area is also within 0.4 miles — all walkable from the front door.

Is 1737 Sparrow Road 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.

What grocery stores are closest to 1737 Sparrow Road?

Lempira #2 is just 0.2 miles away for quick trips, and two Food Lion locations are within 0.8 miles, giving you solid options for both everyday stops and a full weekly shop.

Want to know more about 1737 Sparrow Road or explore similar homes in Chesapeake? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.

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

1987

Price / sqft

$284

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,951/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10636350

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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Hurricane evacuation zone: Zone D · VDEM Know Your Zone

Outside all mapped AICUZ jet-noise contours and Accident Potential Zones.

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

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

$2,134/mo

Principal & interest

$1,788

Property tax

$246

Home insurance

$100

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. 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

Judge value on real ground

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

$205,000 – $326,500

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.

1313 River Birch RN S · 2.1 mi · 1,280 sqft$275,000 sold 2026-05
1318 Mill Lake QTR · 2.4 mi · 1,240 sqft$295,000 sold 2026-03
1219 Mill Stream WAY · 2.5 mi · 1,240 sqft$230,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$344,500

Price / Sq Ft

$284

Annual Taxes

$2,951

Monthly Tax

$246

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 2, 2026$344,500—
Currently listed—$344,500—

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1737 Sparrow Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Georgetown Primary (GreatSchools 3/10), Indian River Middle (GreatSchools 3/10), Indian River (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1737 Sparrow Rd 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.
Is there a gym near 1737 Sparrow Rd?+
Yes — East Coast Gym is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 1737 Sparrow Rd?+
Indian River Park North and Rokeby Center is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1737 Sparrow Rd?+
Lempira #2 is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Longshots (0.1 mi).
Does 1737 Sparrow Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1737 Sparrow Rd built?+
It was built in 1987, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Theresa Reese · Inner Banks Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10636350

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1737 Sparrow Rd, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 · MLS #10636350 · 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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