Why this home stands out
Five bedrooms in a 1999-built home gives you room that most comparable properties in this part of Chesapeake simply can't match — whether that means a dedicated home office, a guest suite, or space for a growing household. At 2,726 square feet, the layout has enough breathing room that everyone gets their own corner without the house feeling oversized or hard to maintain.
WELLINGTON and the Chesapeake real estate market
Western Branch is one of Chesapeake's most established residential corridors — a mature, tree-lined part of the city where neighborhoods have settled into a comfortable rhythm. Streets here feel genuinely lived-in, with sidewalks, nearby parks, and a mix of families who've been around long enough to wave hello. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in Virginia, and Western Branch sits in its northern reaches, putting you close to the Portsmouth and Suffolk borders without sacrificing the city's famously low-density, suburban feel. City services are solid, traffic is manageable compared to the beach-side corridors, and the overall pace suits people who want proximity to Hampton Roads' major employers without the congestion that comes with living closer to the water. The Western Branch area of Chesapeake draws a steady mix of military families, longtime locals, and buyers relocating from noisier parts of the region — and it's easy to see why once you spend a weekend here.
What's nearby
Everyday errands barely require leaving the neighborhood. Food Lion is 0.4 miles away for grocery runs, and a 7-Eleven sits just 0.3 miles out for quick stops. When you want to eat out, Lucky Strike Western Branch is practically at the corner — 0.1 miles — and Il Paesano: Pizza & Pasta is a short 0.3-mile trip for a sit-down Italian meal. Little Bean Play Cafe, 0.4 miles away, is a local favorite for coffee with kids in tow. For fitness, Taylor Bend Family YMCA and Kelli's Dance Explosion are both within 0.4 miles. Crossings at Western Branch Park, Hunter's Cove Park, and Pughsville Park are all under a mile away, giving you solid outdoor options on any given afternoon.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 10 minutes from 3635 Mardean Drive, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 14 minutes out — a practical commute window that leaves time for the rest of life. Five bedrooms handle PCS moves with room to spare, and a VA loan makes this size of home more accessible than many buyers expect.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown a three- or four-bedroom and need genuine space without jumping to a larger zip code, 3635 Mardean Drive delivers. Five bedrooms and 2,726 square feet give a growing family real flexibility — a playroom that can convert to a teen's retreat, a guest room that doubles as an office, and enough bathrooms that mornings actually run on schedule.
More buyer questions
How far is 3635 Mardean Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 10 minutes from 3635 Mardean Drive under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient commutes available in this part of Chesapeake.
How far is 3635 Mardean Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 14 minutes away by car, a manageable drive that keeps this address well within range for personnel and medical staff assigned there.
What is the flood risk at 3635 Mardean Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation.
Is there an HOA at 3635 Mardean Drive?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current public records or a title search, as community governance structures can change over time.
Where are the nearest parks to 3635 Mardean Drive?
Crossings at Western Branch Park, Hunter's Cove Park, and Pughsville Park are all within 0.8 miles, giving you multiple outdoor options just a short walk or drive away.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Western Branch well — reach out to get your questions answered and take a closer look at 3635 Mardean Drive.
