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$265,000
$211 / sqft · est. $1,622/mo →
2beds
1.1baths
1,256sqft
55days on market

2306 Bainbridge Blvd, Chesapeake, VA 23324

ActiveResidential · built 1924 · SOUTH NORFOLK

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek.

Frontage

Creek ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to this beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located in South Norfolk! Renovated in 2023, this home offers a fresh, modern feel throughout. The updates included a fully remodeled kitchen featuring new cabinets, granite countertops, and new appliances, as well as both bathrooms upgraded with stylish tile surrounds. Upon entering, you'll find an open and inviting space featuring vinyl flooring, and peaceful water views that can be enjoyed right from your living room. Outside you can relax on the charming front porch, or unwind in the backyard overlooking the water. This move-in-ready home combines modern updates with a serene setting—don't miss your chance to make it yours!

Listing courtesy of Vernon Sims · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10632473

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 2306 Bainbridge Blvd — a century-old two-bedroom home in South Norfolk, Chesapeake, sitting four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. At 1,256 square feet, it offers genuine 1924 character, a half-bath bonus, and everyday essentials practically at the front door.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 2306 Bainbridge Blvd apart is the rare combination of pre-war architectural bones and an almost unbeatable location for anyone tied to the shipyard or the Coast Guard base. Built in 1924, the home carries the kind of craftsmanship detail — think solid framing, distinct room proportions, and a street presence — that newer construction in this price tier simply can't replicate. Add a grocery store one-tenth of a mile away and two parks within a short walk, and the everyday math works out well.

SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market

South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's most historically rooted communities, developed in the early twentieth century as a working-class neighborhood that grew alongside the shipyard trades. The streets here have a lived-in, genuine character — modest lots, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stay for decades. Bainbridge Boulevard runs as one of the neighborhood's main arteries, giving 2306 solid connectivity in every direction. While browsing homes for sale in chesapeake va 23321 you'll notice South Norfolk stands out for its walkability and proximity to the water-adjacent industrial corridor that defines this corner of Hampton Roads. The broader city of Chesapeake wraps around the neighborhood with full municipal services, and the area sits in the southern reach of the metro, close to Portsmouth and Norfolk without carrying their city tax rates. It's a neighborhood that rewards buyers who appreciate authenticity over polish.

What's nearby

Grocery runs are almost effortless from 2306 Bainbridge Blvd — Super Mart is just 0.1 miles away, Food Lion is 0.3 miles, and Dollar General rounds out the options at 0.5 miles. For a quick bite, 33rd Precinct and China Ocean are both within two-tenths of a mile. Coffee is covered by the nearby 7-Eleven for weekday mornings, with Rich Port Coffee a mile out for a more relaxed weekend option. Franklin Field, Captain Frederic E. Consolvo Jr. Park, and Lakeside Park are all within four-tenths of a mile, giving you easy access to green space. South Norfolk Martial Arts is 0.2 miles away for fitness.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a four-minute drive from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you'll find anywhere in Hampton Roads for shipyard-assigned personnel. USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes in the other direction. For service members using a VA loan or working through BAH calculations, that kind of proximity to two installations in a single location is genuinely hard to come by.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've grown tired of builder-grade subdivisions where every house looks like its neighbor, 2306 Bainbridge Blvd offers a real alternative. A 1924 build in South Norfolk means plaster-era construction, distinct room shapes, and a street-facing presence with actual personality. Real estate listings in chesapeake va rarely surface homes with this combination of age, condition, and walkable urban convenience.

More buyer questions

How far is 2306 Bainbridge Blvd from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

The drive is approximately four minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential streets to the shipyard gate in Chesapeake. That short commute is a consistent draw for personnel assigned to the yard.

How far is 2306 Bainbridge Blvd from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about five minutes by car from this address, heading north through the South Norfolk corridor. The proximity to two separate installations from a single home is relatively uncommon in this part of Hampton Roads.

What is the flood zone status for 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that tile before making any decisions about insurance or financing is always a good idea.

Is there an HOA at 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?

This property does not carry a homeowners association, which means no monthly dues, no architectural review board, and no HOA governing documents to review at closing.

What are the walkability and daily errand options near 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?

Daily errands are highly walkable from this address — Super Mart is 0.1 miles away, Food Lion is 0.3 miles, and Franklin Field and two additional parks are all within four-tenths of a mile. Restaurants and a coffee option are also within a two-block radius.

Want to know more about 2306 Bainbridge Blvd or South Norfolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1924

Price / sqft

$211

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,035/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10632473

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,256
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Creek

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
SOUTH NORFOLK
Zoning
RMF1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Chesapeake waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510034

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

South Norfolk

South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's oldest urban neighborhoods, a historic borough laid out along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River at the city's northern edge.

$320K

Median sale · 12 mo

$192

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

41

For sale now

$62K

HH income

60.3%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,622/mo

Principal & interest

$1,375

Property tax

$170

Home insurance

$77

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

132% of $201,500

City assessment record · taxes $2,035/yr

Land share of assessed value

42% — $85,000

Improvements $116,500 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$228,900 – $330,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

4162 Reid ST · 1.5 mi · 1,330 sqft$290,000 sold 2026-06
4139 1st ST · 1.5 mi · 1,344 sqft$299,900 sold 2026-06
4364 Alvah Martin WAY · 1.7 mi · 1,404 sqft$305,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$211

Annual Taxes

$2,035

Monthly Tax

$170

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.77%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 30, 2026$265,000—
Currently listed—$265,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

32% above assessment

Total Assessed

$201,500

Land

$85,000

Improvement

$116,500

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

55 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 2306 Bainbridge Blvd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Rena B. Wright Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Oscar Smith (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 2306 Bainbridge Blvd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?+
Yes — South Norfolk Martial Arts, LCC is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?+
Franklin Field is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 2306 Bainbridge Blvd?+
Super Mart is about 0.1 miles away. The closest dining on record is 33rd Precinct (0.1 mi).
Is 2306 Bainbridge Blvd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek.
Does 2306 Bainbridge Blvd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 2306 Bainbridge Blvd built?+
It was built in 1924, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Vernon Sims · Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr · REIN MLS #10632473

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2306 Bainbridge Blvd, Chesapeake, Virginia 23324 · MLS #10632473 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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