Why this home stands out
Parcels of this size are genuinely uncommon inside city limits anywhere in Hampton Roads, and Chesapeake is no exception. At 37 acres, 3016 Cedarville Road gives you the kind of breathing room that most buyers spend years searching for — enough land to pursue agricultural use, a private estate build, equestrian facilities, or a long-term land investment. The canvas here is largely blank, and that's the point.
HICKORY and the Chesapeake real estate market
The Hickory area sits in the southwestern corner of Chesapeake, Virginia — a part of the city where the pace slows down and the lots get noticeably larger. This isn't the dense suburban grid you find closer to the interstate corridors; it's a landscape of working farms, wooded tracts, and low-traffic country roads that still connect you to full city services and infrastructure. Hickory residents tend to value privacy and elbow room, and the community has a quiet, established character that attracts buyers who want land without sacrificing proximity to everything Chesapeake offers. Speaking of which, anyone browsing chesapeake homes for sale quickly discovers that acreage properties in this zip code are among the most sought-after in the region — supply is thin and demand from both residential and agricultural buyers stays steady. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which explains how pockets like Hickory remain genuinely rural while sitting within a major metro.
What's nearby
Cedarville Road places you in the agricultural heart of the city, but everyday conveniences are closer than the surroundings suggest. The Hickory commercial corridor along Centerville Turnpike puts grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining within roughly 10 to 15 minutes. Chesapeake City Park — one of the largest municipal parks in the region — is a short drive north and offers trails, athletic fields, and open green space. Interstate 664 access is reachable within about 20 minutes, connecting you to the broader Hampton Roads metro. For waterfront recreation, the Northwest River Park and Campground is just a few miles south.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
If you're stationed at USCG Finance Center Chesapeake or NAS Oceana and thinking about putting down roots, 3016 Cedarville Road is worth a serious look. A VA loan can be used to purchase land in combination with a construction loan, and BAH rates in this area reflect the demand for Chesapeake VA homes for sale with acreage. Building your own home on 37 acres means you control every detail — and you're not starting over if orders change your timeline.
For buyers drawn to character
Some buyers aren't looking for a house — they're looking for land that means something. Whether that's a working farm, a private retreat, a place to raise horses, or simply the security of owning a large piece of ground that isn't going anywhere, 37 acres in Hickory checks a lot of those boxes. Properties like this trade infrequently, and the people who buy them tend to hold them for generations. If that kind of ownership resonates with you, this parcel is worth a close look.
More buyer questions
How far is 3016 Cedarville Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive from 3016 Cedarville Road to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is approximately 22 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it a manageable commute for personnel stationed there.
How far is 3016 Cedarville Road from NAS Oceana?
NAS Oceana is roughly 33 minutes from this address, traveling northeast through Chesapeake and into Virginia Beach via the primary highway corridors.
What can 37 acres in Chesapeake's Hickory area be used for?
Large parcels in this part of Chesapeake are commonly used for single-family estate construction, agricultural operations, equestrian facilities, or long-term land holding — though buyers should verify permitted uses with the City of Chesapeake's zoning and planning department.
Is 3016 Cedarville Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this parcel is available through FEMA's Flood Map Service Center and is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — worth reviewing carefully for a 37-acre property with varied terrain.
Are there utilities available at 3016 Cedarville Road?
Utility availability — including water, sewer, and electrical service — should be confirmed directly with the City of Chesapeake and local utility providers, as service to large rural parcels in the Hickory area varies by location and intended use.
Tom and Dariya Milan know Chesapeake land well. Reach out to talk through what's possible at 3016 Cedarville Road and whether this parcel fits your plans.
