Why this home stands out
What sets 3305 Hemlock Drive apart is the combination of genuine mid-century bones and an almost unbeatable daily-errand radius. You're looking at a 1964-built single-family home with 1,540 square feet of living space — enough room to breathe without the upkeep of a sprawling footprint. Add in back-to-back base access to NSA Northwest Annex and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and this address checks boxes that are genuinely hard to stack in one spot.
SILVERWOOD and the Chesapeake real estate market
Hemlock Drive sits in the Churchland corridor of western Chesapeake — one of the city's older, more established stretches that trades flashy newness for mature trees, wide lots, and a neighborhood rhythm that feels lived-in and grounded. Churchland has long been a practical anchor for Hampton Roads families who want quick access to multiple parts of the metro without committing to one side of the water. You're west of the Elizabeth River, which means no tunnel tolls eating into your day, and Interstate 664 is close enough to make Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Newport News all feel reachable on a normal schedule. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and the Churchland section gives you the community feel of a smaller town layered on top of that infrastructure. Sidewalks, older ranch-style and split-level homes, and a low-key pace define the immediate blocks around Hemlock Drive — the kind of street where neighbors actually know each other.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are genuinely easy from 3305 Hemlock Drive. Grocery Outlet, ALDI, and a BP are all within 0.4 miles, so a last-minute grocery run never turns into a production. For a quick bite, Subway, Little Caesars Pizza, and B's Soulfull are all within 0.3 miles. Coffee is well-covered too — Starbucks Coffee Company is 0.4 miles out, with Dunkin' and JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe both within half a mile. Full Potential Fitness and Wellness is just 0.2 miles away if you want to keep a consistent workout routine, and Planet Fitness is 0.6 miles for a second option. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields and Dunedin Park round out the outdoor picture, both under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is about eight minutes from the front door, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly eleven — which means two of the most common Hampton Roads duty stations are genuinely close without a tunnel in the way. For a military household juggling shift schedules, medical appointments, and base access, that kind of proximity to both installations in a single address is worth paying attention to. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here even more straightforward.
For families upgrading
Three bedrooms and two full baths in 1,540 square feet hits a practical sweet spot — enough space for a growing household without the square footage that starts to feel like a second job to maintain. The 1964 construction means the home has had decades to settle into a mature lot, and the Churchland location puts parks, fitness options, and everyday shopping all within a short drive. It's the kind of address that supports a full family schedule without constant logistical friction.
More buyer questions
How far is 3305 Hemlock Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately eight minutes from 3305 Hemlock Drive under typical traffic conditions. The route stays west of the Elizabeth River, so there's no tunnel involved in the daily commute.
How far is 3305 Hemlock Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about eleven minutes away, making it one of the closer residential options to the base in the broader Chesapeake area. The drive runs east through the Churchland corridor without requiring tunnel access.
What is the flood risk at 3305 Hemlock Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Is there an HOA at 3305 Hemlock Drive?
Based on available property data, 3305 Hemlock Drive does not appear to be part of a mandatory homeowners association. It's always worth confirming with a title search during the due-diligence period.
What grocery stores are closest to 3305 Hemlock Drive?
Grocery Outlet, ALDI, and a BP are all within 0.4 miles of the address, making this one of the better-served spots in western Chesapeake for quick grocery access without a dedicated shopping trip.
Want to see 3305 Hemlock Drive in person or talk through the numbers? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's set something up.
