A wonderful opportunity to own a well-built, four bedroom, two-bath home that has been in the same family since 1960. This traditional stick-built home features beautiful hardwood floors, tiled bathrooms, generous living space, and plenty of storage. The detached garage sits behind the home, with the backyard fully fenced between the house and garage. The spacious primary bedroom includes an adjoining dressing room, full private bath, and walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and another full bath are located on the main living level. Upstairs, a large bonus room offers flexible space for a fourth bedroom, home office, hobby room, or family room, along with additional storage. The home also features a charming 1960 vintage eat-in kitchen, a mudroom, and a large utility/laundry room. Don't miss this home with great living space and a nice fenced back yard.
Listing courtesy of Gerry Sessor · A Better Way Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10658243
Four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1960 on Rodgers Street in Chesapeake. About 1,450 square feet with classic mid-century character. Just five minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and close to everyday conveniences.
This 1960-built home sits on a quiet Chesapeake block with solid bones and room to make it your own. Four bedrooms and two bathrooms give you flexibility for a home office, guest room, or hobby space. The layout flows naturally, and you're minutes from major employers and shopping. It's the kind of property that rewards vision and sweat equity.
SOUTH NORFOLK and the Chesapeake real estate market
Rodgers Street is a working residential area in Chesapeake where neighbors know each other and the pace stays manageable. Tree-lined streets and modest single-family homes define the block. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's largest city by land area, blending suburban comfort with easy access to water, parks, and employment hubs. You can reach downtown Norfolk in under 20 minutes. The city's parks system is strong, and shopping—from Food Lion to local taquerias—clusters within walking distance. If you are comparing homes for sale in Chesapeake, note that this zip code, 23324, puts you in a central, well-connected pocket. Getting around is straightforward: local roads feed into US Route 17 and I-664, both major commute corridors.
What's nearby
Groceries are steps away: Food Lion sits 0.4 miles down the road, and Dollar General and la mejor tienda latina are equally close. For meals, Subway, Domino's Pizza, and Great China are all within a half mile. Coffee and quick bites are easy to grab at 7-Eleven or La Hacienda Panadería. If fitness matters, South Norfolk Martial Arts and The Fox's Den Kung Fu are nearby. Parks round out the picture: Battlefield Business Park, the Portlock Activity Center, and Midway Park all sit within a mile.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is five minutes away; USCG Base Portsmouth takes six. The commute is among the shortest in the region. VA loan financing is widely used here, and the home's price point and condition support quick closing timelines. You'll spend less time driving and more time at home.
Room to grow
Four bedrooms mean space for kids, a home office, or a guest suite. Two full bathrooms reduce morning conflicts. The 1960s layout is open enough to flow, and the lot gives you room to expand or add storage. Sweat equity transforms this into exactly what you need.
More buyer questions
How far is 2900 Rodgers Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
About five minutes by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is six minutes away.
What grocery stores are near this address?
Food Lion is 0.4 miles away, Dollar General is 0.5 miles, and la mejor tienda latina is 0.6 miles.
Are there parks nearby?
Yes. Battlefield Business Park is 0.6 miles away, the Portlock Activity Center is 0.7 miles, and Midway Park is 0.9 miles.
What school zones cover homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School and homes for sale zoned for Portlock Primary School in this area?
This address is zoned for those schools. Contact a local agent for current enrollment and boundary details.
Is there public transportation in this part of Chesapeake?
Local roads and US Route 17 connect you to regional transit options. Most residents rely on personal vehicles for daily commuting.
Ready to explore this four-bedroom Chesapeake home? Reach out to Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.
How Far Is?
Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.
Also nearby
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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NNSY
Navy
15min·6.7mi
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USCG Finance Ctr
Coast Guard
14min·5.1mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
11min·5.2mi
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NMCP
Navy
15min·7mi
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Little Creek
Navy
29min·16.7mi
Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.
Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)
FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034
🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034
Low / Moderate Risk
FEMA flood zone
X (low to moderate risk)
Base flood elevation
Not applicable in low-risk zones
Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.
Property elevation
14.6 ft above sea level
USGS 3DEP digital elevation model
Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.
Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.
South Norfolk is one of Chesapeake's oldest urban areas. It is a historic borough at the city's north edge. The borough was laid out along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River.
$305KMedian sale · 12 mo
$193Sold $/sq ft
21dDays on market
32For sale now
$62KHH income
60.3%Owner-occupied
REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year
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
$2,014/mo
Principal & interest
$1,712
Property tax
$206
Home insurance
$96
PMI
None
HOA/Condo (paid separately)
None
Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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 & historyComparables
Asking vs. assessment135% of $244,700City assessment record · taxes $2,471/yr
Land share of assessed value45% · $110,000Improvements $134,700 · assessor record ✓
Price context: similar nearby homes$270,000 – $405,000The 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.
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.
35% above assessment
Total Assessed
$244,700
Land
$110,000
Improvement
$134,700
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:
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.
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.
Questions buyers ask
Is 2900 Rodgers St in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Portlock Primary, Oscar Smith Middle (VaHome School Score 2.4/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 2.4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 2900 Rodgers St in a flood zone?
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 2900 Rodgers St have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 2900 Rodgers St built?
It was built in 1960, per the listing record.
Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data. Never invented.
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