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ChesapeakeBOWERS HILL4745 Sondej Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10649003 · record updated Aug 27, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$550,000
$324 / sqft · est. $3,218/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,700sqft
14days on market

4745 Sondej Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23321

ActiveResidential · built 1949 · BOWERS HILL

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1949

Price / sqft

$324

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,450/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

MLS #

10649003

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,700
Stories
2
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
Porch
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
BOWERS HILL
Zoning
A1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

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

About this home

This is a project property.3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms. Septic and well water, no city hook ups. The property will be sold as is. Only to be purchased with 4733 Sondej Ave MLS#10648999 will not be sold separately. Lot lines not accurate in rein. 4745 and 4741 are one lot. Contact agent for details. Sits on 8.505 Acres

Listing courtesy of Tyler Keffer · Keffer Realty · REIN MLS #10649003

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

4745 Sondej Ave is a 1,700-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1949 in Chesapeake, Virginia 23321. With a classic mid-century footprint and a location that puts Norfolk Naval Shipyard just 16 minutes away, it offers everyday convenience in a well-established part of the city.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 4745 Sondej Ave apart is its combination of mid-century bones and genuine Chesapeake character. Built in 1949, the home carries the kind of solid construction that newer builds rarely match — thick walls, mature lot, and a floor plan that actually lives well. At 1,700 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, there's real room to spread out without the overhead of a sprawling property.

BOWERS HILL and the Chesapeake real estate market

Sondej Ave sits in western Chesapeake, one of the city's most quietly dependable corners. The surrounding streets are lined with established homes, mature trees, and neighbors who tend to stay — the kind of area where people put down roots and mean it. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in the United States, and that scale translates to breathing room: wide roads, lower density than the beach cities, and a pace that feels genuinely livable. The western branch of the city has its own identity — more suburban and grounded than the waterfront corridors, with easy access to both the interstate and the heart of Hampton Roads. If you're comparing homes for sale in Chesapeake, this zip code consistently draws buyers who want space, stability, and a commute that doesn't grind them down. Chesapeake homes for sale in this pocket of 23321 tend to attract long-term thinkers, and it's easy to see why.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from Sondej Ave. Frank's Restaurant and Frank's Truck Stop are both within 0.3 miles — a short walk for a quick breakfast or a no-fuss dinner after a long day. Mer'z Family Diner is just 0.9 miles out and delivers the kind of straightforward, home-style cooking that becomes a weekly habit fast. Beyond the dining options, western Chesapeake gives you solid access to grocery stores, pharmacies, and retail corridors along the major routes nearby. Getting around the broader Hampton Roads region is straightforward from here, with interstate access keeping the rest of the metro within reach.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is 16 minutes from 4745 Sondej Ave, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is the same distance in the other direction. That dual-base proximity is genuinely rare, and it makes this address a smart fit for active-duty households weighing a VA loan purchase. Western Chesapeake also offers the kind of stable, lower-traffic neighborhood that military families tend to prioritize when they're planting roots between orders.

For families upgrading

Three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,700 square feet give a growing household real room to breathe — without the maintenance load of a much larger property. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Western Branch High School and homes for sale zoned for Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School will find that this address puts them squarely in that attendance area, in a neighborhood that feels settled and safe.

More buyer questions

How far is 4745 Sondej Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

The drive runs about 16 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient addresses in western Chesapeake for shipyard personnel. The route is straightforward with no major bottlenecks during standard commute windows.

How far is 4745 Sondej Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also approximately 16 minutes away, which means this home sits in an unusually practical position relative to two major installations. Households with one member at each command will find the split commute genuinely manageable.

Is 4745 Sondej Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA designation. Review that section for the most accurate and up-to-date flood status.

What is the lot and home size at 4745 Sondej Ave?

The home measures 1,700 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two full baths. The property was built in 1949 and sits on an established lot typical of western Chesapeake's mid-century residential streets.

What zip code is 4745 Sondej Ave in, and what does that area look like?

The address falls in zip code 23321, a well-established western Chesapeake corridor that draws buyers looking for stability and space. Among homes for sale in 23321, this pocket is known for mature landscaping, lower density, and convenient interstate access.

Ready to take a closer look at 4745 Sondej Ave? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Dock Landing

Dock Landing is a residential community in the Western Branch area of Chesapeake, Virginia, centered along Dock Landing Road in the 23321 ZIP code.

$536K

Median sale · 12 mo

$222

Sold $/sq ft

18d

Days on market

0

For sale now

$169K

HH income

95.3%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

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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

$3,218/mo

Principal & interest

$2,854

Property tax

$204

Home insurance

$160

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$265,000$463,000

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.

544 Schaefer AVE · 1.1 mi · 1,604 sqft$455,000 sold 2026-06
5208 Askew RD · 1.6 mi · 1,735 sqft$463,000 sold 2026-02
4052 Sunkist RD · 1.7 mi · 1,677 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$550,000

Price / Sq Ft

$324

Annual Taxes

$2,450

Monthly Tax

$204

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.45%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 13, 2026$550,000
Price reducedAug 27, 2026$550,000−$50,000
Currently listed$550,000

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Chesapeake Real Estate Assessor

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Market tempo

14 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Is 4745 Sondej Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Edwin W. Chittum Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.9/10), Western Branch Middle (VaHome School Score 6.7/10), Western Branch (VaHome School Score 6.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 4745 Sondej Ave 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.
Does 4745 Sondej Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 4745 Sondej Ave built?+
It was built in 1949, per the listing record.

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