Why this home stands out
What sets 224 Essex Drive apart is the combination of genuine mid-century bones and room to spread out. At 2,300 square feet across a single story, this 1962 build gives you the kind of wide, open floor plan that newer construction often charges a premium to replicate. Four bedrooms means flexibility — a home office, a guest room, or space for a growing household — all within a two-minute drive of the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake.
ESSEX MEADOWS and the Chesapeake real estate market
Essex Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of Chesapeake — one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast and a place that consistently draws families and professionals who want suburban breathing room without sacrificing urban access. The streets here have the unhurried feel of an established neighborhood: mature trees, wide lots, and neighbors who have been around long enough to wave hello. Chesapeake proper is divided into several distinct boroughs, and this address falls in the central Great Bridge corridor, putting you close to the city's civic core, its parks, and its main commercial arteries. You're not fighting for parking, you're not stacked on top of your neighbors, and you still have quick access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. For anyone weighing where to plant roots in southeastern Virginia, this part of Chesapeake offers a rare balance of space, stability, and connectivity.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 224 Essex Drive. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retail are all within a short drive along the Battlefield Boulevard corridor. Chesapeake City Park — one of the largest municipal parks in the region — is close by and offers walking trails, athletic fields, and open green space. Local coffee shops and casual dining spots are easy to reach, and the nearby Great Bridge area adds a layer of community character with its historic lock and waterway. Interstate 64 access keeps Virginia Beach, Norfolk, and the broader Hampton Roads region well within reach on any given afternoon.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Two minutes to the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about as close as it gets without living on base. Coast Guard personnel and their families will appreciate cutting the commute down to nothing, and the eleven-minute drive to Norfolk Naval Shipyard keeps dual-military households well-positioned. A VA loan can make a four-bedroom home like this one a straightforward path to building equity in a stable Hampton Roads market.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,300 square feet give a growing family genuine room to breathe. Whether you need a dedicated homework space, a playroom that can evolve into a teen retreat, or simply a guest room that isn't also your home office, this floor plan handles it. The single-story layout is a practical bonus — no stairs to worry about with young kids, and everything stays accessible as your household's needs shift over the years.
More buyer questions
How far is 224 Essex Drive from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately two minutes away by car, making this one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 224 Essex Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly eleven minutes away, a manageable daily commute that keeps this address attractive for shipyard personnel and contractors.
What is the square footage and layout of 224 Essex Drive?
The home offers 2,300 square feet of living space across a single-story floor plan with four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 1962.
Is 224 Essex Drive 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 for the parcel.
What city and county does 224 Essex Drive fall under?
The property is located in Chesapeake, Virginia, which is an independent city — meaning it operates as both a city and a county jurisdiction under Virginia law.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Chesapeake well. Reach out to get your questions answered or to schedule a walkthrough of 224 Essex Drive.
