Why this home stands out
What sets 3004 Big Bend Drive apart is its combination of suburban calm and genuine convenience. Hunter's Cove Park is just two-tenths of a mile away, the Taylor Bend Family YMCA is under a mile, and a full grocery run at Food Lion is a half-mile errand. For military households, dual-base access to NSA Northwest Annex and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in under 15 minutes each is a real daily-life advantage that's hard to replicate in this price corridor.
WESTERN BRANCH and the Chesapeake real estate market
3004 Big Bend Drive sits in the western reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — a part of the city that trades the bustle of the urban core for wider lots, quieter streets, and a pace that feels genuinely residential. The surrounding area is part of the broader Western Branch corridor, a well-established stretch of Chesapeake where neighborhoods like this one have matured gracefully since the late 1990s. Tree-lined streets, accessible parks, and a solid mix of family-friendly amenities define the character here. Chesapeake itself is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale means you get breathing room without sacrificing access — major retail corridors, recreation centers, and commuter routes are all close by. If you've been working with chesapeake bay realty professionals or browsing listings on your own, you've probably noticed that western Chesapeake consistently draws buyers who want space, stability, and a community that feels like it's been around long enough to have real roots. This address delivers exactly that.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands practically run themselves from Big Bend Drive. Food Lion is a half-mile away for grocery runs, and if dinner plans fall through, Sal's NY Pizza, El Puente Mexican Grill, and Number One Chinese Restaurant are all within four-tenths to a half-mile. Little Bean Play Cafe is a quick half-mile hop for a morning coffee. For fitness, Kelli's Dance Explosion is just 0.5 miles out and the Taylor Bend Family YMCA is under a mile. Outdoors, Hunter's Cove Park is practically in the backyard at 0.2 miles, with Crossings at Western Branch Park and Pughsville Park both reachable in under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is a 12-minute drive from this address, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is only 14 minutes in the other direction — making 3004 Big Bend Drive a smart fit for military households juggling dual-base schedules. A VA loan can make ownership here more accessible than many buyers expect, and the stable western Chesapeake market has historically held its value well across PCS cycles.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and 1,633 square feet give a growing family real room to spread out. Hunter's Cove Park is steps away, the Taylor Bend Family YMCA is under a mile, and Little Bean Play Cafe is a quick half-mile trip — the kind of everyday infrastructure that makes life with kids noticeably easier. Western Chesapeake's chesapeake city real estate market attracts families precisely because the bones of the community are already in place.
More buyer questions
How far is 3004 Big Bend Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 12 minutes by car from 3004 Big Bend Drive, making it one of the more convenient off-base addresses for personnel assigned there. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the heavy traffic corridors in the region.
How far is 3004 Big Bend Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 14 minutes from this address under normal driving conditions. That proximity is a genuine asset for medical staff and military families who rely on NMCP for care.
What parks are near 3004 Big Bend Drive?
Hunter's Cove Park is just 0.2 miles away — close enough to walk — and both Crossings at Western Branch Park and Pughsville Park are under a mile from the front door. It's an unusually park-rich pocket of western Chesapeake.
Is 3004 Big Bend Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Your agent can also walk you through what the designation means practically for insurance and financing.
What is the neighborhood like around Big Bend Drive in Chesapeake?
The area is a mature, established residential corridor in western Chesapeake with a mix of late-1990s and early-2000s single-family homes, accessible parks, and a walkable cluster of dining and grocery options within half a mile. It has the feel of a neighborhood that's fully settled in — quiet streets, consistent upkeep, and a community that's been here long enough to have real character.
Curious whether 3004 Big Bend Drive fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know western Chesapeake well — reach out and let's talk through the details.
