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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

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

This 1949 three-bedroom, two-bath home sits on a quiet Chesapeake street about 16 minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. You'll find 1,700 square feet of classic mid-century character. Homes for sale in 23321 offer solid value and neighborhood stability.

Keep searching in Chesapeake

See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23321, homes for sale zoned for Western Branch High School, and homes for sale zoned for Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Chesapeake — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Dock Landing homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1949, this house carries the solid construction and thoughtful floor plan of its era. The layout flows naturally from living spaces to bedrooms, with hardwood floors and period details that speak to honest craftsmanship. You get genuine character without the premium price tag—a property that rewards someone who appreciates how homes used to be built, not just what they look like in photos.

BOWERS HILL and the Chesapeake real estate market

Sondej Avenue is a tree-lined street in a settled Chesapeake neighborhood where you know your neighbors and kids ride bikes after school. The block feels established and quiet, the kind of place where homes for sale in Chesapeake tend to stay put. Chesapeake itself is Virginia's largest city by area, a blend of suburban comfort and open space. You're minutes from shopping, dining, and schools. Getting around is straightforward—major roads connect you to Norfolk Naval Shipyard in about 16 minutes, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is equally close. If you are comparing homes for sale in 23321, note that this zip code sits in a sweet spot between urban convenience and breathing room.

What's nearby

Grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual restaurants cluster within a few minutes' drive. Chesapeake's parks and recreational areas are close by, offering trails and playgrounds. You're near shopping centers and everyday services without feeling hemmed in. Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are both under 20 minutes away by car, making commutes straightforward and predictable. The neighborhood sits convenient to major retail and dining options across the city.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

About 16 minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth keeps commutes short and predictable. VA loan financing is widely available in this area. The home's established neighborhood and solid 1949 construction mean you can move in and settle quickly without major surprises.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms give you space to spread out, and two full baths mean mornings run smoother. The 1,700-square-foot layout includes a practical floor plan with room to work with. A fenced yard provides outdoor space for play and projects without overwhelming maintenance demands.

More buyer questions

How far is 4745 Sondej Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

About 16 minutes by car, depending on traffic and your exact route. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is equally close.

What schools are nearby?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Western Branch High School and homes for sale zoned for Edwin W. Chittum Elementary School will find both serve this address and neighborhood.

Is there a yard?

Yes, the property includes a fenced yard—good for outdoor space and privacy without excessive upkeep.

What year was this home built?

1949. The house carries solid mid-century construction and original character details throughout.

Does this area have an HOA?

No HOA. You own the property free of homeowner association fees or restrictions.

Ready to tour 4745 Sondej Avenue? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a time that works for you.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Chesapeake$465K – $635K3+ beds

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

16.7 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Dock Landing

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

$568K

Median sale · 12 mo

$221

Sold $/sq ft

32d

Days on market

1

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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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$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

Judge value on real ground

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
604 Schaefer AVE · 1.1 mi · 1,830 sqft$394,500 sold 2026-09
5208 Askew RD · 1.6 mi · 1,735 sqft$463,000 sold 2026-02

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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—

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

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Market tempo

14 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

Is 4745 Sondej Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Edwin W. Chittum Elementary (VaHome School Score 7.8/10), Western Branch Middle (VaHome School Score 6.8/10), Western Branch (VaHome School Score 6.3/10). 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.

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

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4745 Sondej Ave, Chesapeake, Virginia 23321 · MLS #10649003 · 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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