2204 Ardmore Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23324

Why this home stands out

A 1959 build on Ardmore Ave carries the bones of mid-century construction — solid, straightforward, and easy to personalize. Four bedrooms in 1,399 square feet means every room earns its place. Two full baths keep the morning routine moving. The South Norfolk pocket of Chesapeake sits right on the Portsmouth border, which puts two major bases within a five-minute drive. That kind of access is rare in this price tier.

PORTLOCK TERRACE and the Chesapeake real estate market

Ardmore Ave sits in the South Norfolk section of Chesapeake, one of the region's oldest and most tight-knit communities. The streets here are lined with mid-century ranches and Cape Cods, giving the area a grounded, established feel. Neighbors tend to know each other. Sidewalks connect blocks, and the scale of the neighborhood keeps things walkable. South Norfolk borders Portsmouth directly, which is part of why the commute numbers here are so short. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in Virginia. It spans from the Great Dismal Swamp in the west to the Chesapeake Bay in the east. Getting around is easy — Interstate 464 and the Berkley Bridge put downtown Norfolk within fifteen minutes. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23324 will notice that this zip code sits at the geographic center of Hampton Roads, with quick access to multiple cities.

What's nearby

Daily errands are simple from Ardmore Ave. Super Mart and Food Lion are both about 0.4 miles away, and a second Food Lion sits just 0.7 miles out. Frank's Pizza and China Ocean are within a half-mile for easy weeknight dinners. The 33rd Precinct rounds out the dining options nearby. Franklin Field is 0.6 miles away and offers open green space for afternoons outside. Captain Frederic E. Consolvo Jr. Park and Lakeside Park are both under a mile. South Norfolk Martial Arts is just 0.3 miles away for anyone looking for a local gym.

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