Why this home stands out
With over 2,600 square feet spread across a classic 1971 floor plan, this home gives you room to grow without the cramped feel of newer construction. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths means everyone gets their space. The Western Branch corridor of Chesapeake puts groceries, parks, and dining within a short walk or quick drive — and two significant military installations are practically around the corner.
GREEN MEADOW POINT and the Chesapeake real estate market
Meadow Wood Drive sits in the Western Branch area of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the city's most established and livable corridors. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and the neighborhood carries the kind of settled, unhurried character that comes from decades of families putting down roots. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in the entire country, yet it manages to feel genuinely community-oriented rather than sprawling and anonymous. Western Branch blends suburban comfort with real convenience: you're close to major retail, green space, and quick highway access without feeling like you're living next to a shopping center. The city's strong infrastructure, low crime rates relative to the broader Hampton Roads region, and proximity to multiple military installations make it a perennial favorite for both military families and long-term civilian residents. Whether you're commuting to Portsmouth, Suffolk, or Norfolk, the location on Meadow Wood Drive keeps your options open.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life is genuinely easy from this address. Crossings at Western Branch Park is just 0.6 miles away — a great spot for a morning walk or an afternoon with kids. Groceries are covered from multiple directions: Lilley Farms Strawberries + More, Walmart Supercenter, and Target Grocery are all within 0.8 miles. For a quick bite, It's Just Wings, Chili's Grill & Bar, and Grill Kings Food Truck & Catering are all under 0.7 miles. Coffee runs are covered by Starbucks Coffee Company and the charming Little Bean Play Cafe, both under a mile out.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is about ten minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly twelve — making 4257 Meadow Wood Drive a practical choice for active-duty households. Four bedrooms handle PCS moves with room to spare, and a VA loan can make the financing side of things straightforward. Western Branch is a well-worn military family neighborhood for good reason.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 2,621 square feet across four bedrooms gives everyone — kids, guests, a home office — a dedicated place. The 1971 construction means solid bones and generous room proportions that newer builds often sacrifice for open-plan layouts. Add a park less than a mile away and a full suite of nearby grocery and dining options, and the daily rhythm here just works.
More buyer questions
How far is 4257 Meadow Wood Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately ten minutes from this address by car, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Chesapeake.
How far is 4257 Meadow Wood Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly a twelve-minute drive, accessible via the Western Branch road network connecting into Portsmouth.
What is the square footage and layout of 4257 Meadow Wood Drive?
The home offers 2,621 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms, built in 1971 as a single-family residential property.
Is 4257 Meadow Wood Drive 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 most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there parks or green spaces near 4257 Meadow Wood Drive?
Crossings at Western Branch Park is just 0.6 miles away and offers walking paths and open recreational space within easy reach of the property.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Western Branch well — reach out to get a full picture of what 4257 Meadow Wood Drive looks like in person and what it means for your next move.
