Why this home stands out
What sets 357 Dexter E Street apart is the combination of generous square footage — 2,250 square feet across a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout — and a location that puts two major military installations within a six-minute drive. Homes of this size, built in this era, tend to offer the kind of room proportions and lot presence that newer construction rarely matches at a comparable footprint. The surrounding block has a lived-in, established character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate.
PROVIDENCE SQUARE and the Chesapeake real estate market
357 Dexter E Street sits in the South Chesapeake area of Chesapeake, Virginia — a city that stretches from the Elizabeth River waterfront all the way to the North Carolina border and carries one of the largest land areas of any city in the country. This particular pocket, zip code 23324, is one of the more urban-feeling corners of Chesapeake, with a tight street grid, mature tree canopy, and a genuinely diverse mix of neighbors and local businesses. It's the kind of place where chesapeake real estate agents often point buyers who want proximity to Norfolk's employment centers without paying Norfolk prices. The neighborhood has a working-city energy — not manicured, not cookie-cutter — and residents tend to appreciate the authenticity of that. Chesapeake's city government provides services, and the address falls within easy reach of the broader Hampton Roads metro, making commutes north into Norfolk or south toward the Outer Banks equally manageable.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from Dexter E Street. Red Tent Cafe is just a tenth of a mile away — close enough to walk for a weekday lunch. The Black Pepper Cooking and Las Criollas Del Otoao are both within three-tenths of a mile, giving you solid weeknight dinner options without getting in a car. Grocery runs are covered by Food Lion and La Mejor Tienda Latina, both within half a mile, plus Dollar General at the same distance. La Hacienda Panadería, Rosticeria, Y Mas rounds out the food corridor at under a mile. RheuFit gym sits at 0.9 miles for your workout routine, and Battlefield Business Park is within a mile for any professional errands.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is six minutes from the front door — and so is USCG Finance Center Chesapeake. For active-duty households, that kind of dual-base proximity is genuinely rare. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the 2,250-square-foot layout gives growing military families the space they actually need rather than the minimum they can tolerate.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown a smaller home, 2,250 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths gives everyone room to breathe. The 1967 build means larger room footprints and more storage than most modern townhomes offer. Add in walkable restaurants, groceries within half a mile, and a quick commute corridor into Norfolk, and the daily logistics of family life get noticeably simpler.
More buyer questions
How far is 357 Dexter E Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately six minutes from 357 Dexter E Street by car, making it one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard in the Chesapeake 23324 zip code. That short commute window is a meaningful daily quality-of-life factor for shipyard personnel.
What is the square footage and layout of 357 Dexter E Street?
The home offers 2,250 square feet of living space configured across three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. Built in 1967, the floor plan reflects the more generous room proportions typical of mid-century residential construction.
Is 357 Dexter E Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as flood zone status can affect insurance requirements.
What grocery stores are near 357 Dexter E Street?
Food Lion and La Mejor Tienda Latina are both within half a mile, and Dollar General is at the same distance. For specialty Latin groceries and baked goods, La Hacienda Panadería, Rosticeria, Y Mas is under a mile away.
Does 357 Dexter E Street have an HOA?
Based on available property data, this address does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm the current status through title review and local records during due diligence.
Want to walk through 357 Dexter E Street or talk through what ownership here looks like? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Chesapeake corridor well — reach out and let's connect.
