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Chesapeake › WILLOW WOOD › 468 Blanche Dr W✓ Source: REIN MLS #10641756 · record updated Jul 13, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$372,000
$222 / sqft · est. $2,311/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,674sqft
16days on market

468 Blanche Dr W, Chesapeake, VA 23323

ActiveResidential · built 1973 · WILLOW WOOD

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome home to this well-appreciated 3-bedroom ranch, offering comfortable one-level living and plenty of space to enjoy. The open-concept home features a cozy eat-in kitchen, a spacious den with fireplace, a separate living room, a large sunroom perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and additional outdoor patio. Recent updates include new flooring in the sunroom, fresh interior paint, new gutter covers, and a sealed attic for added efficiency and peace of mind. Roof was done in 2016, Refrigerator (2018) and dishwasher, microwave, and oven (2016). Appliances and mechanical systems have been consistently maintained through a home warranty program. This solid, well-cared-for home reflects pride in ownership and is ready for its next chapter.

Listing courtesy of Jaylene Vigeant · Iron Valley Real Estate Prestige · REIN MLS #10641756

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

468 Blanche Drive West is a three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath single-family home in Chesapeake, Virginia, offering 1,674 square feet of living space on a residential lot built in 1973 — a solid, established home with easy access to two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 468 Blanche Drive West apart is its position in a quiet, established Chesapeake neighborhood paired with a commute that most military households dream about — Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 12 minutes away and USCG Base Portsmouth is just 13. The 1,674-square-foot layout across a classic 1970s single-family footprint gives you real room to live without the density of newer townhome communities.

WILLOW WOOD and the Chesapeake real estate market

Chesapeake is one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast, and the 23323 zip code puts you in the western reaches of the city — a corner of Chesapeake that trades urban bustle for wide lots, mature trees, and streets where neighbors actually know each other. This part of town grew steadily through the 1970s and 1980s, which means the infrastructure is proven and the landscaping has had decades to fill in beautifully. You're far enough from the main corridors to feel removed from the noise, yet close enough to Chesapeake's retail and dining hubs on Battlefield Boulevard and Western Branch that errands don't turn into expeditions. The area sits in Chesapeake's portion of South Hampton Roads, giving you reasonable access to Norfolk, Portsmouth, and Suffolk without committing to any of their traffic patterns full-time. For a city this size, Chesapeake manages to feel genuinely neighborhood-scaled in pockets like this one.

What's nearby

Day-to-day life around 468 Blanche Drive West runs smoothly. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retailers are clustered along the Western Branch and Battlefield Boulevard corridors, typically within 10 to 15 minutes. The Western Branch area of Chesapeake has a growing mix of local restaurants and national chains, so weeknight dinners and weekend brunches are well covered. Outdoor options include several Chesapeake city parks within a short drive, and the broader South Hampton Roads trail and waterway network is accessible for anyone who likes to get outside. Portsmouth's downtown waterfront is also a quick hop across the city line.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

If someone in your household is stationed at Norfolk Naval Shipyard or USCG Base Portsmouth, the commute from 468 Blanche Drive West is genuinely short — 12 and 13 minutes respectively under normal conditions. That kind of proximity makes duty-day schedules, unexpected call-ins, and PT mornings dramatically easier to manage. A VA loan can make financing a home like this straightforward, and Chesapeake's established neighborhoods tend to hold their value well across PCS cycles.

For first-time buyers

A 1,674-square-foot, three-bedroom home in an established Chesapeake neighborhood is a meaningful amount of house for a first purchase. The 1973 build year means the home has already weathered decades of South Hampton Roads weather — the bones are proven. You get a real yard, a real garage or driveway situation, and a real neighborhood rather than a dense complex, all in a city that consistently ranks among Virginia's most livable.

More buyer questions

How far is 468 Blanche Drive West from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Under typical traffic conditions, the drive from 468 Blanche Drive West to Norfolk Naval Shipyard runs about 12 minutes. That makes it one of the closer residential pockets in Chesapeake for shipyard personnel.

Is 468 Blanche Drive West 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 speaking with your insurance agent before closing.

What city and county does 468 Blanche Drive West fall under?

The property is located in Chesapeake, Virginia, which is an independent city — meaning it is not part of any surrounding county and handles its own municipal services, courts, and jurisdiction.

How big is the home at 468 Blanche Drive West?

The home measures 1,674 square feet of living space, configured as three bedrooms and one and a half baths across a single-family layout built in 1973.

Does the neighborhood near 468 Blanche Drive West have an HOA?

HOA status for this specific address and street is not confirmed in our current data — your agent can verify whether any homeowner association applies before you make an offer.

Want to see 468 Blanche Drive West in person or get current availability details? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know this corner of Chesapeake well.

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

1973

Price / sqft

$222

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,270/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10641756

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,674
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Concrete, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Sun Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Level Flooring

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2400
Subdivision
WILLOW WOOD
Zoning
R10S
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, 2 Space
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510034

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Deep Creek

Deep Creek is a residential neighborhood located in Chesapeake, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and established community character.

$396K

Median sale · 12 mo

$230

Sold $/sq ft

24d

Days on market

23

For sale now

$119K

HH income

85.2%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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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

$2,311/mo

Principal & interest

$1,930

Property tax

$273

Home insurance

$109

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

Asking vs. assessment

115% of $323,800

City assessment record · taxes $3,270/yr

Land share of assessed value

43% — $140,000

Improvements $183,800 · assessor record ✓

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

$281,000 – $440,000

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.

185 George Washington HWY S · 1.1 mi · 1,587 sqft$281,000 sold 2026-04
2761 Cedar RD · 1.2 mi · 1,590 sqft$367,000 sold 2026-03
3307 Firebird CT · 1.4 mi · 1,740 sqft$420,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$372,000

Price / Sq Ft

$222

Annual Taxes

$3,270

Monthly Tax

$273

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.88%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 27, 2026$372,000—
Currently listed—$372,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

15% above assessment

Total Assessed

$323,800

Land

$140,000

Improvement

$183,800

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:

Chesapeake 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

16 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 468 Blanche Dr W in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Deep Creek Central Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), Hugo A. Owens Middle (GreatSchools 6/10), Deep Creek (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 468 Blanche Dr W 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 468 Blanche Dr W?+
Deep Creek Lock Park is about 0.6 miles away.
Does 468 Blanche Dr W have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 468 Blanche Dr W built?+
It was built in 1973, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Jaylene Vigeant · Iron Valley Real Estate Prestige · REIN MLS #10641756

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468 Blanche Dr W, Chesapeake, Virginia 23323 · MLS #10641756 · 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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