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$539,000
$201 / sqft · est. $3,297/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
2,688sqft
18days on market

4031 Chesapeake Ave, Hampton, VA 23669

ActiveResidential · built 1949 · MERRIMAC SHORES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Nestled in the highly desirable Merrimac Shores neighborhood of Hampton, this beautifully updated home offers stunning views of Hampton Harbor & 2,688 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. Featuring 3 bedrooms & 2.5 bathrooms, the property seamlessly blends modern luxury with timeless character. The showpiece of the home is the grand chef's kitchen, complete with an oversized island featuring waterfall granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, custom cabinetry, & abundant workspace for entertaining. The first-floor primary suite serves as a private retreat, offering a sitting room or home office, three closets, a custom walk-in glass shower, & a dual-sink vanity. Throughout the home, you'll find refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint, & updated lighting that create a warm & inviting atmosphere. Major improvements include a new roof and replacement vinyl windows, providing peace of mind for years to come. Enjoy harbor views, exceptional updates, & one of Hampton's most sought-after waterfront communities.

Listing courtesy of Eric Rutherford · RE/MAX Elevate · REIN MLS #10640169

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

4031 Chesapeake Ave is a 2,688-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home built in 1949 in Hampton, Virginia. With generous living space, a classic mid-century footprint, and quick access to two major military installations, this address checks a lot of boxes.

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Why this home stands out

Homes with this kind of square footage — nearly 2,700 feet — and a 1949 build date carry a solidity that newer construction often can't match. Thick walls, mature landscaping, and rooms sized for actual living rather than optical illusion are the hallmarks of this era. Add in the dual-base proximity and you have an address that works hard for the people who live here.

MERRIMAC SHORES and the Hampton real estate market

Chesapeake Avenue runs along one of Hampton's most scenic corridors, tracing the shoreline where the city opens up toward the water. The street itself has a quiet, established character — mature trees, well-kept lots, and neighbors who tend to stay a while. Hampton is one of the oldest English-speaking settlements in the country, and that history shows in the architecture and the unhurried pace of life in its residential pockets. This particular stretch sits in the heart of the Hampton Roads metro, giving you access to the broader region without sacrificing the neighborhood feel that makes coming home feel like an exhale. Errands, dining, and recreation are all close. The waterfront orientation of Chesapeake Ave means you're never far from open sky and water views, even on an ordinary Tuesday. For anyone searching Hampton waterfront homes or simply wanting a well-located address in a city with genuine character, this block delivers.

What's nearby

Daily life runs smoothly from this address. Buckroe Beach Park is a short drive east for waterfront recreation, and Bluebird Gap Farm offers a free, family-friendly green space just a few minutes away. Downtown Hampton's waterfront district — with its restaurants, the Virginia Air and Space Science Center, and the Hampton Coliseum area — is within easy reach. Grocery runs are quick with multiple options nearby, and Langley Square Shopping Center covers everyday retail needs. For coffee, local cafes along Mercury Boulevard are close enough to be a genuine morning routine.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

NSA Hampton Roads is roughly eight minutes away, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is about nine — making 4031 Chesapeake Ave one of the more strategically located addresses in the city for dual-base households. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the 2,688 square feet means there's real room for a family to spread out between deployments and PCS cycles.

For families upgrading

Three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and nearly 2,700 square feet give a growing family genuine room to grow. Homes built in 1949 in this part of Hampton tend to have the kind of lot depth and room separation that newer townhome-style builds rarely offer. If you've been waiting for a home where the kids have their own space and you still have yours, this footprint delivers.

More buyer questions

How far is 4031 Chesapeake Ave from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is approximately eight minutes by car from this address, making it one of the more convenient commutes available in the Hampton market. The route avoids most of the congestion that affects other base-adjacent corridors in the region.

What is the square footage of 4031 Chesapeake Ave?

The home measures 2,688 square feet of living space across its three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath layout. That footprint is notably generous for a mid-century home in this part of Hampton.

Is 4031 Chesapeake Ave in a flood zone?

Chesapeake Avenue's proximity to the waterfront means flood zone status is a relevant question for this address. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance.

When was 4031 Chesapeake Ave built?

The home was built in 1949, placing it squarely in the post-war construction era known for solid materials, generous room sizes, and architectural details that have aged well.

How far is 4031 Chesapeake Ave from Buckroe Beach?

Buckroe Beach Park is roughly a five-to-seven minute drive east along the Chesapeake Avenue corridor, making it a realistic destination for an afternoon rather than a special occasion.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Hampton well. Reach out to talk through what this address means for your move.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1949

Price / sqft

$201

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,117/yr

County

Hampton VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10640169

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515527

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$3,297/mo

Principal & interest

$2,797

Property tax

$343

Home insurance

$157

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$327,500 – $515,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

4012 Buchanan DR · 0.1 mi · 2,672 sqft$350,000 sold 2026-02
102 Congress AVE · 0.3 mi · 2,745 sqft$515,000 sold 2026-06
4207 Chesapeake AVE · 0.1 mi · 2,552 sqft$403,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$539,000

Price / Sq Ft

$201

Annual Taxes

$4,117

Monthly Tax

$343

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.76%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 18, 2026$539,000—
Price reducedJul 2, 2026$539,000−$10,000
Currently listed—$539,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Hampton Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

18 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 4031 Chesapeake Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hunter B. Andrews (GreatSchools 6/10), Hunter B. Andrews (GreatSchools 6/10), Phoebus (GreatSchools 7/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 4031 Chesapeake Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Are there parks near 4031 Chesapeake Ave?+
Public Overlook is about 0.8 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 4031 Chesapeake Ave?+
Dollar General is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Vancosta's Pizza (0.3 mi).
Does 4031 Chesapeake Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 4031 Chesapeake Ave built?+
It was built in 1949, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Eric Rutherford · RE/MAX Elevate · REIN MLS #10640169

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4031 Chesapeake Ave, Hampton, Virginia 23669 · MLS #10640169 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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