Why this home stands out
What sets 3209 Cricket Lane apart is the rare combination of walkable convenience and quick base access in a city where most neighborhoods make you choose one or the other. Food, fitness, and green space are all within a third of a mile, while NSA Northwest Annex and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both reachable in well under 15 minutes — a pairing that's genuinely hard to find in western Chesapeake.
CRICKET HOLLOW and the Chesapeake real estate market
Cricket Hollow sits in the western reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — a city known for its generous lot sizes, lower density, and a pace that feels a step removed from the bustle of the broader Hampton Roads metro. The neighborhood itself is a quiet, established residential pocket built largely through the late 1980s and early 1990s, with mature trees lining the streets and a settled, lived-in character that newer subdivisions simply haven't earned yet. Residents here tend to put down roots, and it shows in the way the community feels. If you're working with chesapeake real estate agents to find a home that balances suburban calm with genuine day-to-day practicality, Cricket Hollow is worth a close look. Western Branch Road connects you to the broader city quickly, and Interstate 664 is just a short drive away, making commutes across Hampton Roads manageable from this address.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy at 3209 Cricket Lane. Food Lion is just 0.1 miles away, so grocery runs are almost effortless. When you'd rather skip cooking, Number One Chinese Restaurant, Il Paesano: Pizza & Pasta, and El Puente Mexican Grill are all within the same 0.1-mile radius — real variety without a real drive. Little Bean Play Cafe is right there too, perfect for a morning coffee stop. For staying active, Kelli's Dance Explosion is 0.1 miles out and Taylor Bend Family YMCA is 0.3 miles away. Crossings at Western Branch Park, also 0.3 miles, gives you a green space close to home, and Hunter's Cove Park is just 0.7 miles for a longer outing.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is about 11 minutes from the front door, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 13 minutes out — both well within the range that keeps commutes manageable on early-morning duty days. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible for active-duty and veteran buyers, and the walkable daily conveniences mean one car can genuinely cover most of what a family needs.
For first-time buyers
At 1,688 square feet with two full baths plus a half bath, 3209 Cricket Lane offers a layout that gives first-time buyers room to grow without the upkeep of a sprawling property. The walkable grocery store, nearby parks, and quick freeway access check a lot of the boxes that matter most when you're buying your first home — practical, connected, and in an established neighborhood that holds its character over time.
More buyer questions
How far is 3209 Cricket Lane from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 11 minutes from 3209 Cricket Lane by car, making it one of the more convenient base commutes available in western Chesapeake.
How far is 3209 Cricket Lane from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 13 minutes away, a straightforward drive that keeps this address well within a practical commute range for staff and active-duty personnel assigned there.
What is the Cricket Hollow neighborhood like in Chesapeake?
Cricket Hollow is a quiet, established residential neighborhood in western Chesapeake with mature landscaping and a settled community feel — most of the homes were built in the late 1980s and early 1990s, giving the area a consistent character that newer developments lack.
Is 3209 Cricket Lane walkable for everyday errands?
Yes — Food Lion, several restaurants, a coffee shop, and a dance studio are all within 0.1 miles, and the Taylor Bend Family YMCA and Crossings at Western Branch Park are within 0.3 miles, making this one of the more walkable addresses in the area.
Does Cricket Hollow have a homeowners association?
HOA status for Cricket Hollow should be confirmed through current public records or a title search, as community governance structures can change over time — your agent can pull the most current documentation during the due-diligence process.
Want to know more about 3209 Cricket Lane or Cricket Hollow? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
