Why this home stands out
What sets 4720 Barn Swallow Drive apart is the lot. At 0.67 acres, you're getting a yard that most Chesapeake neighborhoods simply can't offer — room for a garden, a playset, a firepit, or just open sky. Pair that with 2,700 square feet of living space spread across four bedrooms, and you have a home that genuinely grows with you. Jolliff Woods adds a quiet, established feel that's hard to replicate closer to the water.
JOLLIFF WOODS and the Chesapeake real estate market
Jolliff Woods sits in the western reaches of Chesapeake, a city known for its balance of suburban comfort and natural open space. The neighborhood itself is a low-traffic, tree-lined community where lots run larger than average and neighbors tend to stay a while. Streets like Barn Swallow Drive feel unhurried — the kind of place where you actually use your backyard. If you've been doing a city of chesapeake property search and wondering where the space is, this corner of the city is a strong answer. Chesapeake as a whole is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, which means you're never far from parks, waterways, and retail corridors, yet the density stays manageable. The western side of the city, where Jolliff Woods is located, leans residential and family-oriented, with easy access to the interstate network that connects you to the broader Hampton Roads region without the congestion of living right on the water.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from Barn Swallow Drive. The Walmart Supercenter and a cluster of national retailers along Taylor Road are under ten minutes away, handling most grocery and errand runs without a second thought. For coffee, a Starbucks on Portsmouth Boulevard is a quick shot down the road. Western Branch Reservoir and the surrounding green space give you a natural backdrop for walks and outdoor time. The interstate access via I-664 puts downtown Norfolk, the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel, and Virginia Beach within comfortable reach on most days.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is 16 minutes from the front door, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is just one minute farther. That kind of proximity makes managing duty schedules, school pickups, and daily logistics noticeably easier. A VA loan can stretch further on a lot this size, and your BAH in this zip code aligns well with what western Chesapeake offers. Jolliff Woods gives military families a stable, spacious base to come home to.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you bumping into walls or watching the kids share a room they've long outgrown, 4720 Barn Swallow Drive changes that math. Four bedrooms and 2,700 square feet means everyone gets their own space — and the 0.67-acre lot means the backyard becomes a genuine extension of the house. Jolliff Woods is the kind of neighborhood where upgrading doesn't mean compromising on quiet or community feel.
More buyer questions
How far is 4720 Barn Swallow Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 16 minutes from 4720 Barn Swallow Drive under typical traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient locations in western Chesapeake for personnel assigned there.
How far is 4720 Barn Swallow Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 17 minutes away, just one minute more than Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, so the home works well for households with assignments at either installation.
What is the lot size at 4720 Barn Swallow Drive?
The lot measures 0.67 acres — roughly two-thirds of an acre — which is notably larger than most comparably priced homes in the Chesapeake area and gives you meaningful outdoor space on all sides.
Is there an HOA in Jolliff Woods?
Jolliff Woods does have a homeowners association; you'll want to confirm current governing documents and any applicable rules during your due diligence period.
Is 4720 Barn Swallow Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification and what it means for insurance requirements.
Curious about 4720 Barn Swallow Drive or other homes in Jolliff Woods? Tom and Dariya Milan know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's talk through what fits your timeline and goals.
