Why this home stands out
Single-story living is harder to find than people expect, and 4017 Belvedere Drive delivers it on a quiet Chesapeake street. The 1963 build gives the home a solid, established character — real room proportions, a layout that makes sense, and a lot that has had decades to mature. No stairs, no shared walls, and two full baths across three bedrooms make everyday life genuinely comfortable.
SILVERWOOD and the Chesapeake real estate market
Belvedere Drive sits in a well-established residential pocket of western Chesapeake — the kind of street where neighbors have been around long enough to wave hello and yards have had time to grow into themselves. The area carries that mid-century suburban feel: wide lots, mature trees, and a pace that doesn't feel rushed. Chesapeake is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and this corner of it puts you close to everything without the congestion of the more densely developed corridors. You're in Virginia's 757 for real — not a suburb that feels like it's trying to be somewhere else. Portsmouth is a short drive west, Norfolk is accessible without a tunnel, and Suffolk is practically next door. The broader South Hampton Roads region gives you waterways, parks, and a military community that shapes the culture here in genuinely positive ways. For anyone planting roots in Hampton Roads, western Chesapeake offers stability, space, and a commute that actually cooperates.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. Groceries, pharmacies, and everyday retail are all within a short drive along the western Chesapeake corridors near Military Highway and Portsmouth Boulevard. Western Branch and the surrounding neighborhoods have built up a solid mix of local restaurants and quick-service spots, so you're not driving far for a weeknight dinner. Outdoor options include Northwest River Park and the trails and green space scattered through Chesapeake's western districts. The Western Branch area library branch is close by, and the overall infrastructure of this part of the city — roads, services, shopping — is mature and reliable.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is eight minutes from your front door, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about ten — that's a commute that changes your quality of life. A VA loan is a natural fit for this purchase, and the single-story layout means no stairs to navigate after long shifts. Western Chesapeake is a well-worn military family neighborhood, and 4017 Belvedere Drive drops you right into it.
For first-time buyers
A three-bedroom, two-bath ranch on a quiet Chesapeake street is a genuinely strong starting point. The 1963 construction means the home has bones — not a flimsy build — and single-story layouts are low-maintenance in ways that matter when you're managing a home for the first time. Western Chesapeake's established infrastructure means you're not figuring out a brand-new area; everything you need is already in place.
More buyer questions
How far is 4017 Belvedere Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately eight minutes from 4017 Belvedere Drive by car, making it one of the more convenient base commutes in the western Chesapeake area.
How far is 4017 Belvedere Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly ten minutes away — a straightforward drive that keeps medical staff and military personnel assigned there well within a manageable commute.
What is the square footage and layout of 4017 Belvedere Drive?
The home is 1,681 square feet of single-story living with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms — a ranch-style floor plan built in 1963 with no stairs and a practical, open layout.
Is 4017 Belvedere Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any flood insurance considerations.
What city and county does 4017 Belvedere Drive fall under?
The property is located in Chesapeake, Virginia — an independent city in Hampton Roads that serves as its own jurisdiction, meaning city services, permitting, and local government all run through Chesapeake directly.
Ready to walk through 4017 Belvedere Drive? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and they'll get you in the door.
