Why this home stands out
Six bedrooms in a home built in 2022 is a combination that's genuinely hard to find. Whether you need a dedicated home office, a guest suite, a playroom, or all three, 1892 Bancroft Road gives you the flexibility to make it work. Four full bathrooms mean no one is waiting in line on a weekday morning, and at 3,431 square feet, there's room to spread out without feeling like you're rattling around.
HAVEN AT CENTERVILLE and the Chesapeake real estate market
Haven at Centerville sits in the heart of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the fastest-growing cities in the Hampton Roads region and consistently ranked among the safest and most livable in the state. The neighborhood itself is a newer planned community with the clean streetscapes and well-maintained common areas you'd expect from recent construction. Centerville Turnpike and Battlefield Boulevard are the main arteries here, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and big-box retail within a short drive in multiple directions. When people search for houses for sale in Chesapeake, this part of the city comes up often — and for good reason. You're far enough from the noise of the waterfront to enjoy quieter suburban streets, but close enough to everything that daily errands rarely require a highway. The broader Chesapeake identity leans family-oriented and community-minded, with parks, trails, and a genuine small-city feel that larger metros can't quite replicate.
What's nearby
Day-to-day convenience is well covered from 1892 Bancroft Road. Kroger and Target are both within a few minutes along Battlefield Boulevard, and there's no shortage of quick-service and sit-down dining options nearby. Greenbrier Mall is roughly a ten-minute drive for shopping, a movie, or a longer errand run. For outdoor time, Northwest River Park and the Chesapeake Arboretum offer green space and trails without a long commute. Pharmacies, urgent care clinics, and a full range of service businesses line the Centerville corridor, making this one of the more self-contained pockets in the city.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about seven minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is an easy eighteen-minute commute — making 1892 Bancroft Road a practical choice for service members at either installation. A VA loan can stretch further on a newer build like this, and the six-bedroom layout handles PCS moves with family in tow or the need for a dedicated workspace.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current home, 1892 Bancroft Road makes a compelling case for the upgrade. Six bedrooms across 3,431 square feet means every family member gets their own space — plus room left over for a home office or hobby room. Built in 2022, the systems and finishes are current, so you're moving into a home, not a project.
More buyer questions
How far is 1892 Bancroft Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest larger homes to that installation. It's a straightforward commute along local roads without needing to touch a highway.
How far is 1892 Bancroft Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly eighteen minutes away, depending on traffic and time of day. The route via I-464 or Battlefield Boulevard keeps the commute manageable for shipyard personnel.
What is the Haven at Centerville neighborhood like?
Haven at Centerville is a newer planned community in Chesapeake with consistent architecture, well-kept streets, and proximity to major retail and dining corridors. It attracts a mix of families and professionals who want newer construction in a central Chesapeake location.
Is 1892 Bancroft 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.
Does 1892 Bancroft Road have a homeowners association?
Haven at Centerville does have an HOA. Your agent can provide the current governing documents, rules, and fee schedule as part of the due diligence process.
Ready to walk through 1892 Bancroft Road? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's set something up.
