Why this home stands out
Six thousand square feet is rare anywhere in Hampton Roads, and in Chesapeake it stands out immediately. Built in 1984, the home carries the bones of a quality-construction era — larger rooms, thicker walls, and proportions that newer tract builds rarely match. Five bedrooms and three full plus two half baths means the floor plan can flex for multigenerational living, dedicated home-office space, or simply the kind of breathing room that households with multiple schedules genuinely need.
WOODARDS MILL and the Chesapeake real estate market
517 Woodards Ford Road sits in the southern reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast and consistently ranked among the safest and most livable in the state. This part of Chesapeake carries a distinctly suburban-rural character: wide lots, mature tree lines, and a pace that feels removed from the congestion of the urban core without actually being far from anything. The zip code 23322 is one of the city's most sought-after, anchored by established neighborhoods where properties tend to hold their character over decades rather than turning over quickly. Chesapeake's city government is known for fiscal stability and well-maintained infrastructure, and residents here benefit from that without the density trade-offs common in neighboring cities. You're close enough to the Chesapeake city center for everyday errands, close enough to the Outer Banks corridor for weekend escapes, and positioned well for commutes in nearly every direction across Hampton Roads.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life is well-served within a mile of the address. Dinner options are genuinely varied — China Sun, Los Primos Mexican Grill on Hanbury, and Hanaki Sushi are all within a mile, so weeknight takeout or a sit-down meal is never a project. For fitness, CoreForge Pilates and Club Pilates are both under a mile away, which makes maintaining a routine realistic rather than aspirational. The surrounding area along the Hanbury Road corridor continues to add retail and dining, so the convenience factor here has been trending upward over time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly 11 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is reachable in about 23 minutes — both without touching the most congested stretches of Hampton Roads traffic. For a military household using a VA loan to purchase, six thousand square feet at this location means you're getting genuine square footage per commute minute, which is a hard combination to find. The five-bedroom count also handles PCS moves with kids in tow without anyone feeling cramped.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current home and want a move that you won't have to repeat in five years, 517 Woodards Ford Road makes a compelling case. Five bedrooms and 6,073 square feet means every family member — kids, guests, remote-working adults — gets dedicated space. The 1984 build era means rooms are proportioned generously, and the Chesapeake 23322 zip code has the kind of long-term stability that makes a large purchase feel like a sound decision rather than a gamble.
More buyer questions
How far is 517 Woodards Ford Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 23 minutes from this address under typical driving conditions. The route connects through southern Chesapeake without requiring travel through the most congested downtown Norfolk corridors.
How far is 517 Woodards Ford Road from the USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 11 minutes away, making it one of the closest major federal installations to this address. It's a straightforward drive with no bridge or tunnel chokepoints.
What is the square footage breakdown at 517 Woodards Ford Road?
The home measures 6,073 square feet of residential space across five bedrooms and three full bathrooms plus two half baths. The 1984 construction era typically means that square footage is distributed in larger individual rooms rather than divided into smaller modern-style spaces.
Is 517 Woodards Ford Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions based on flood insurance requirements.
Are there restaurants and gyms close to 517 Woodards Ford Road?
Yes — China Sun, Los Primos Mexican Grill, and Hanaki Sushi are all within about a mile, and both CoreForge Pilates and Club Pilates are under a mile away. The Hanbury Road corridor nearby continues to expand its retail and dining options.
Ready to walk through 517 Woodards Ford Road? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Chesapeake well — reach out and let's set something up.
