Why this home stands out
What sets 429 Clemson Avenue apart is its rare combination of proximity and everyday convenience. Six minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and seven minutes to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake puts two major installations within a short commute, while a walkable cluster of grocery stores, restaurants, and parks means you rarely need to drive far for daily errands. For a 1969-built home, the 1,561-square-foot footprint gives you real room to live.
VARSITY MANOR and the Chesapeake real estate market
Clemson Avenue sits in a quiet residential pocket of South Chesapeake — a part of the city that has a lived-in, established character you don't find in newer subdivisions. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and neighbors tend to put down roots. Chesapeake as a whole is one of Virginia's largest cities by land area, which means you get a genuine suburban feel without sacrificing access to urban amenities. South Chesapeake specifically benefits from its position between the Elizabeth River and the broader Hampton Roads metro, making it easy to reach Norfolk, Portsmouth, or the Chesapeake city center in any direction. The area around Clemson Avenue draws a mix of long-time residents and newcomers attracted by the location's practicality — close to work, close to shopping, and close to green space.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from 429 Clemson Avenue. Food Lion is just 0.4 miles away for your weekly grocery run, and Dollar General is a quick half-mile trip. La Mejor Tienda Latina, 0.6 miles out, rounds out the grocery options with a great selection of Latin American products. When you'd rather skip cooking, Subway, Domino's Pizza, and Great China are all within half a mile. La Hacienda Panadería, Rosticeria, Y Mas is 0.8 miles away and worth the short drive. For fitness, South Norfolk Martial Arts and The Fox's Den Kung Fu are both under a mile. Midway Park and Field and the Portlock Activity Center offer outdoor space close to home.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
With Norfolk Naval Shipyard just six minutes away and USCG Finance Center Chesapeake seven minutes out, 429 Clemson Avenue is one of the more commute-friendly addresses in South Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the three-bedroom layout gives a growing military family the space they need without overextending.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 429 Clemson Avenue checks the boxes that matter most: a manageable 1,561-square-foot layout, two full baths, three bedrooms, and a location in Chesapeake that keeps grocery stores, parks, and restaurants within easy reach. It's a solid starting point in a city with strong long-term appeal.
More buyer questions
How far is 429 Clemson Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately six minutes from 429 Clemson Avenue by car, making it one of the closest residential options to the shipyard in the Chesapeake area.
What is the square footage of 429 Clemson Avenue?
The home offers 1,561 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with the original structure dating to 1969.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 429 Clemson Avenue?
Food Lion is the closest grocery option at just 0.4 miles away, with Dollar General and La Mejor Tienda Latina both within 0.6 miles.
Is 429 Clemson Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation.
Are there parks near 429 Clemson Avenue?
Yes — Midway Park and Field is under a mile away, and the Portlock Activity Center, run by Chesapeake Parks and Recreation, is just 0.7 miles from the address.
Curious about 429 Clemson Avenue? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and they'll walk you through everything you need to know.
