Why this home stands out
Land parcels along Mount Pleasant Road are genuinely rare. This stretch of Chesapeake sits in a quiet agricultural corridor where large lots still exist, giving you room to design from the ground up — whether that means a custom home, a working farm, outbuildings, or simply open space that's yours. That kind of blank-canvas opportunity is increasingly hard to find this close to the city.
FENTRESS and the Chesapeake real estate market
Mount Pleasant Road runs through the southern reaches of Chesapeake, a city that consistently ranks among Virginia's most livable for its balance of open land and urban access. This particular zip code — 23322 — sits in the Great Bridge and Hickory areas, where wide lots, mature tree lines, and a slower pace define the character. If you've been searching homes for sale in chesapeake va 23323 and nearby zip codes, you'll quickly notice that land this accessible and this open is a genuine outlier. Chesapeake itself spans more than 350 square miles, making it one of the largest cities by area in the entire country, and that scale means real breathing room. The surrounding community leans residential and agricultural, with neighbors who value privacy and space — a tone that Mount Pleasant Road reflects well.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are more convenient than the rural setting might suggest. The Hickory area along Cedar Road and Battlefield Boulevard puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining within a short drive. Chesapeake City Park offers trails, athletic fields, and open green space nearby. The Great Bridge area adds additional retail, waterfront dining along the Intracoastal Waterway, and the historic Great Bridge Battlefield and Waterways History Museum for weekends worth exploring. Interstate 64 access keeps Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and the broader Hampton Roads region well within reach.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly ten minutes away, and NAS Oceana sits about twenty minutes out — making this parcel a practical option for military households looking to put down permanent roots. A VA loan can be used to purchase land under certain conditions, so it's worth a conversation with your lender about what's possible here.
For buyers drawn to character
If your vision involves something you actually designed — a home built to your specs, a small farm, a property with room for horses or a workshop — this is the kind of land that makes that possible. Mount Pleasant Road has the bones: space, quiet, and a Chesapeake address that keeps you connected without crowding you in.
More buyer questions
How far is 1836 Mount Pleasant Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately ten minutes from this address under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest military installations to this parcel.
How far is 1836 Mount Pleasant Road from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana in Virginia Beach is roughly twenty minutes from 1836 Mount Pleasant Road, a manageable commute along the Route 168 and Interstate 264 corridors.
What can land in Chesapeake's 23322 zip code be used for?
Chesapeake's southern corridors include agricultural and residential zoning classifications — permitted uses depend on the specific zoning designation assigned to this parcel, which your agent can pull from the City of Chesapeake's planning records before you commit.
Is 1836 Mount Pleasant Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel is determined by FEMA flood maps and is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section for the current designation before making any decisions about development or financing.
Are utilities available at 1836 Mount Pleasant Road?
Utility availability — including water, sewer, and electric connections — varies by parcel in this part of Chesapeake and should be confirmed directly with the City of Chesapeake Department of Public Utilities and local service providers prior to purchase.
Curious whether this parcel fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan know Chesapeake land well — reach out and let's walk through what's possible at 1836 Mount Pleasant Road.
