Why this home stands out
Three and a half acres inside city limits is the headline here. Most Chesapeake homes in this price range sit on a fraction of that land, but 224 Saint Brides Road East gives you space to breathe — room for a garden, outbuildings, or simply a backyard that doesn't end at a neighbor's fence line. Four bedrooms and three full baths across 2,433 square feet means the interior keeps pace with the lot.
HICKORY and the Chesapeake real estate market
Hickory sits in the southwestern corner of Chesapeake, where the city gradually gives way to farmland, tree lines, and long driveways. It's one of those pockets that residents tend to stay in — the lots are generous, the pace is quieter, and the sense of community runs deeper than in denser subdivisions closer to the interstate. If you've been scrolling real estate listings in chesapeake va and wondering where the acreage actually is, Hickory is a consistent answer. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which is part of why neighborhoods like Hickory can exist within city limits without feeling urban. You get city services, city infrastructure, and reasonable access to the rest of Hampton Roads — but the view from your back porch tells a different story. Saint Brides Road is a well-traveled corridor through this part of the city, connecting Hickory residents to everyday conveniences without pulling you into heavy traffic patterns.
What's nearby
Daily life is well-supported from this address. The Hickory area has its own cluster of grocery options, pharmacies, and casual dining along Battlefield Boulevard and the surrounding corridors — most within a ten-to-fifteen-minute drive. Chesapeake City Park is a popular destination for families and outdoor enthusiasts, offering trails, athletic fields, and open green space. The Western Branch and Deep Creek areas are also accessible for additional shopping and dining variety. For commuters, Interstate 664 and Route 17 are both reachable without navigating through the city's denser corridors, which makes the drive to the broader Hampton Roads region more manageable than the address might initially suggest.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 21 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard clocks in around 32 — both reasonable for Hampton Roads commutes. A VA loan can make a property like this, with its acreage and square footage, more accessible than you might expect. BAH rates in the Chesapeake area have historically aligned well with what this part of the city offers, and the extra land means you're not trading space for proximity.
For families upgrading
If your current home feels like the walls are closing in, 224 Saint Brides Road East is a different conversation entirely. Four bedrooms, three full baths, and nearly three and a half acres means kids have room to actually run around outside — not just a postage-stamp yard. Working with realtors in chesapeake va who know the Hickory area well can help you understand exactly what that land and square footage mean relative to comparable properties in the region.
More buyer questions
How far is 224 Saint Brides Road East from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive from 224 Saint Brides Road East to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately 21 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The route stays mostly on well-maintained local and regional roads through the western Chesapeake corridor.
How far is 224 Saint Brides Road East from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 32 minutes from this address, a commute that's typical for Chesapeake residents working in Portsmouth. Interstate access from the Hickory area helps keep that drive consistent.
What is the lot size at 224 Saint Brides Road East?
The lot is 3.496 acres — just under three and a half acres — which is substantially larger than the average residential parcel in Chesapeake and gives the property a genuinely rural character despite being within city limits.
Is 224 Saint Brides Road East 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. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood designations in Chesapeake can vary significantly even within the same neighborhood.
What neighborhood is 224 Saint Brides Road East in?
The property is located in the Hickory area of Chesapeake, Virginia — a southwestern section of the city known for larger lots, a quieter residential character, and relatively easy access to the broader Hampton Roads region.
Want to know more about 224 Saint Brides Road East or other properties in the Hickory area? Tom and Dariya Milan are ready to walk you through it — reach out to get started.
