Why this home stands out
Built in 1969, this home carries the solid construction and generous room proportions that defined mid-century residential building in Hampton Roads. At 1,782 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, the layout gives everyone room to spread out without the sprawl of a larger footprint. The 23323 zip code puts you in one of Chesapeake's more established corridors — close to the action, but removed from the noise.
DEEP CREEK and the Chesapeake real estate market
Chesapeake is one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast, and the 23323 zip code sits in its western reaches — a part of the city that blends older residential streets with easy access to the waterways, commerce, and military infrastructure that define Hampton Roads living. The area around Martin Johnson Road has a settled, unhurried character: mature trees, established lots, and neighbors who tend to stay put. You're not in a brand-new subdivision with cookie-cutter facades — this is a neighborhood that has had time to develop its own rhythm. Chesapeake's western corridor connects naturally to Portsmouth and the broader South Hampton Roads metro, meaning you get the breathing room of a lower-density neighborhood without sacrificing access to the region's jobs, dining, and amenities. City services here are reliable, and the infrastructure that supports daily life — roads, utilities, parks — reflects decades of steady municipal investment.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Martin Johnson Road. The Chesapeake Square Mall area along Military Highway puts grocery stores, pharmacies, big-box retailers, and a solid mix of casual dining within a short drive. For a quieter outing, the Northwest River Park — one of Chesapeake's most beloved green spaces — is in the same general quadrant of the city, offering trails, camping, and waterfront access. Portsmouth's historic Olde Towne district is also reachable in under 20 minutes, giving you access to independent restaurants, coffee shops, and the waterfront boardwalk without a long commute.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 14 minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about 15 — both an easy, predictable commute that leaves time for the rest of life. A VA loan can make ownership at this address straightforward, and the established neighborhood means you're buying into stability rather than speculation. Three bedrooms and two full baths give a military household room to settle in properly between assignments.
For first-time buyers
A 1969-built single-family home with 1,782 square feet, three bedrooms, and two baths in Chesapeake is a genuinely practical entry point into homeownership in Hampton Roads. The western Chesapeake location keeps you connected to Portsmouth and Norfolk without the price premiums of waterfront zip codes. If you're exploring a VA loan, this type of property and location tends to work well with that financing path.
More buyer questions
How far is 3600 Martin Johnson Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 14 minutes by car under normal traffic conditions, making this address one of the more convenient off-base options for shipyard personnel in western Chesapeake.
How far is 3600 Martin Johnson Road from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 15 minutes away, a straightforward drive through the western Hampton Roads corridor with no major highway bottlenecks for most of the route.
What city and county jurisdiction covers 3600 Martin Johnson Road?
The property is located in Chesapeake, Virginia — an independent city that serves as its own jurisdiction, separate from any surrounding county.
Is 3600 Martin Johnson Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23323 zip code.
What is the general character of the neighborhood around Martin Johnson Road in Chesapeake?
The area has an established, residential feel with mature landscaping and a mix of mid-century homes — quieter and more spacious than the denser urban neighborhoods closer to Norfolk or downtown Portsmouth.
Want to know more about 3600 Martin Johnson Road or the surrounding Chesapeake market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.
