Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1920 carry a kind of solidity you simply don't find in newer construction — thick walls, established lots, and architectural details that give a place genuine personality. At 4100 3rd Street, that century of character comes packaged with four bedrooms and two and a half baths across 1,740 square feet, all on a compact 0.08-acre lot that keeps weekend yard work short and weekends long.
PORTLOCK TERRACE and the Chesapeake real estate market
Portlock Terrace is one of Chesapeake's older, established residential pockets — a grid-street neighborhood where sidewalks connect neighbors and mature trees line the blocks. The area sits in the southern reaches of the city, close enough to Portsmouth and Norfolk to make cross-city commutes genuinely manageable, yet far enough from the bustle to feel like a real neighborhood rather than a pass-through corridor. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and Portlock Terrace sits in the tighter, more urban northern tier where everything feels a little closer together — coffee shops, corner stores, and parks within easy reach. The community has a lived-in, unpretentious character: neighbors who wave, streets with history, and a mix of long-timers and newcomers who appreciate a home with real bones. If you value authenticity over the cookie-cutter sameness of newer subdivisions, this corner of Chesapeake rewards a closer look.
What's nearby
Daily errands from 4100 3rd Street are genuinely low-effort. Grocery options, pharmacies, and fast-casual dining are all within a short drive along the nearby commercial corridors connecting Chesapeake to Portsmouth. Waterfront green space and public parks are accessible within the broader neighborhood, giving you outdoor options without a long haul. The Elizabeth River Trail system connects this part of the region to a wider network of paths popular with cyclists and walkers. Downtown Norfolk and its restaurants, venues, and waterfront are roughly 15 minutes away — close enough for a weeknight dinner, far enough to feel like a destination.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is six minutes from the front door — that's not a rounding error, that's a genuine quality-of-life advantage. Whether you're weighing BAH bands or just want to spend less time in traffic and more time at home, this address puts you as close to the Shipyard as almost anywhere in Chesapeake. A VA loan can make a century-old home like this one very accessible for eligible buyers.
For buyers drawn to character
If your idea of a great home includes plaster walls, original woodwork, and the kind of proportions that newer builds rarely replicate, 4100 3rd Street was built in 1920 and it shows — in the best way. Four bedrooms give you room to spread out, and the compact lot means your energy goes into the house, not the yard. Portlock Terrace has the established, unhurried feel that character-home buyers tend to seek out.
More buyer questions
How far is 4100 3rd Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
The drive is approximately six minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closer residential addresses in Chesapeake to the Shipyard's main gate. That proximity is a meaningful daily-life advantage for anyone working on base.
What neighborhood is 4100 3rd Street in?
The property is located in Portlock Terrace, an established grid-street neighborhood in the northern tier of Chesapeake, Virginia. It's a walkable, mature community with easy access to both Portsmouth and Norfolk.
How old is the home at 4100 3rd Street?
The home was built in 1920, making it over a century old. Homes of this era in Portlock Terrace are known for solid construction and architectural details not commonly found in modern builds.
Is 4100 3rd Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
Does 4100 3rd Street have a garage or off-street parking?
Parking details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough, as configurations on century-old lots in Portlock Terrace vary. Your agent can clarify what's available on-site.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portlock Terrace and the neighborhoods around Norfolk Naval Shipyard well. Reach out to get the full picture on 4100 3rd Street.
