Why this home stands out
Land this size inside Chesapeake city limits is increasingly uncommon. At three acres, 1928 Hungarian Road sits in a pocket of Chesapeake where the suburban grid gives way to longer driveways, tree lines, and genuine breathing room. You're not buying a lot — you're buying options: build to your exact specs, keep animals, plant a serious garden, or simply hold a piece of ground that the surrounding city keeps making more valuable over time.
ALL OTHERS AREA 32 and the Chesapeake real estate market
Hungarian Road sits in the broad, lightly developed stretch of Chesapeake that locals and realtors in chesapeake va often describe as the city's last frontier for large-parcel ownership. The ALL OTHERS AREA 32 designation covers a wide swath of southern and western Chesapeake — a mix of agricultural land, estate-style properties, and newer custom builds that have claimed their own quiet corners of the city. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which is exactly why parcels like this still exist here when they've long since disappeared from Virginia Beach or Norfolk. The surrounding landscape trends rural: you'll pass farm stands, wide fields, and the occasional horse property on your way in. City water and sewer availability varies by exact location on Hungarian Road, so due diligence on utilities is a smart early step. The general character of the area rewards buyers who want space, privacy, and the freedom to build life on their own terms.
What's nearby
Everyday conveniences are accessible without a long haul. The Battlefield Boulevard corridor — one of Chesapeake's main commercial spines — puts grocery stores, pharmacies, hardware stores, and a full range of restaurants within a reasonable drive. Great Bridge historic district is close enough for a casual evening out, and the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge offers serious outdoor recreation just to the west. For families who spend weekends outdoors, the proximity to both rural Chesapeake landscapes and the broader Hampton Roads trail and waterway network is a genuine draw.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly 25 minutes away, and Dam Neck Annex sits about 32 minutes out — both manageable commutes from Hungarian Road. If you're using a VA loan to finance a construction build on raw land, the process has specific steps, and BAH rates in the Chesapeake area reflect the region's strong housing demand. A parcel this size gives a military family room to build exactly what they need rather than settling for whatever's available.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like it's closing in — the yard too small, the neighbors too close, the driveway too short — three acres on Hungarian Road is the reset you've been looking for. Build the house you've always planned, with a garage sized for your actual vehicles, a yard the kids can genuinely get lost in, and enough distance from the property line that your weekend projects stay your business. Chesapeake's rural west side has been attracting exactly this kind of buyer for years.
More buyer questions
How far is 1928 Hungarian Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive runs approximately 25 minutes under normal traffic conditions, heading northeast through Chesapeake's surface road network. Exact commute times will vary depending on your shift schedule and route preference.
What can you build on a 3-acre parcel in Chesapeake?
Chesapeake's zoning for agricultural and rural residential parcels typically allows single-family homes, accessory structures, and limited agricultural uses — but permitted uses depend on the specific zoning classification assigned to this parcel. Confirming the current zoning designation with the City of Chesapeake's planning department is the right first step before drawing up any plans.
Is 1928 Hungarian Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this parcel should be verified through FEMA's official flood map service and confirmed during the due-diligence period — a separate flood risk assessment is the most reliable way to get a definitive answer for this specific address.
Are utilities available at 1928 Hungarian Road?
Utility availability — including public water, sewer, and natural gas — varies along Hungarian Road depending on exact location and frontage. Buyers should contact the City of Chesapeake's utilities department and relevant service providers early in the process to confirm what connections are available or feasible.
How far is 1928 Hungarian Road from Dam Neck Annex?
Dam Neck Annex is approximately 32 minutes from Hungarian Road, traveling east toward the Virginia Beach oceanfront area. The route is primarily surface roads, and commute times can shift during peak morning and afternoon traffic windows.
Ready to explore what three acres in Chesapeake could look like for you? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's talk through your options.
