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$398,900

5257 Chestnut Fork Rd

Gloucester, Virginia 23061

MLS# 10630738 · GLOUCESTER · Gloucester County VA

Updated May 26, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS

Est. payment

$2,328/mo

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Price / sq ft

$236

1,693 sq ft

Days on market

36

HOA

None

Year built

1975

51 yrs old

Beds

3

Full Baths

2

Half Baths

0

Sq Ft

1,693

Garage

Yes

Residential1 StorySingle FamilyWaterfront — Not Waterfront

Schools

  • ElementaryBethel Elementary
  • MiddlePeasley Middle
  • HighGloucester

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About this home

Well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch located on 1.09 acres in Gloucester County. Home features a formal living room, dining room, and an eat-in kitchen open to the family room. Family room includes a fireplace and wood stove. Primary bedroom offers a private full bath with shower. Two additional bedrooms and a second full bath complete the interior. Property includes a detached 2-car garage with attached workshop…

Listed by Linda Collier · Hogge Real Estate Inc.

VaHome Team property overview

At a glance

5257 Chestnut Fork Road is a 1,693-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1975 on a quiet Gloucester County road. It offers a grounded, rural feel with surprisingly easy access to the Peninsula's major employers and military installations.

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Why this home stands out

What sets Chestnut Fork Road apart is the breathing room. Gloucester County keeps its rural character — generous lot sizes, mature trees, and a pace that feels genuinely unhurried. This 1975-built home gives you a solid mid-century foundation in a county that hasn't been overrun by subdivision sprawl, which is increasingly rare on the Virginia Peninsula.

About the Gloucester real estate market

Gloucester, Virginia sits on the Middle Peninsula, tucked between the York River to the south and the Piankatank River to the north. It's one of those places that people discover and quietly decide never to leave. The county seat — Gloucester Courthouse — has a historic district with real architectural character, locally owned shops, and a community identity that predates the chain-store era. Chestnut Fork Road itself sits in the broader rural fabric of the county, where neighbors tend to know each other and the land around homes still has room to breathe. Gloucester is a popular Gloucester County real estate destination for buyers who want proximity to the Peninsula's job centers and military bases without surrendering the slower pace of country living. The Coleman Bridge connects Gloucester to Yorktown and the broader Hampton Roads metro in minutes, making the location far more connected than its rural feel might suggest.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy to anchor from Chestnut Fork Road. Kirsty's restaurant is just 0.3 miles away — a genuine walkable dining option that's rare for a rural address. Gloucester Courthouse village is a short drive for hardware, groceries, and local services. The Coleman Bridge puts you across the York River and into Yorktown quickly, opening up the full range of Peninsula shopping, dining, and waterfront recreation. For outdoor time closer to home, Gloucester County's parks and the nearby York River shoreline offer fishing, kayaking, and trails without a long commute.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Camp Peary is 16 minutes away, and Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is a 23-minute drive — both very manageable for daily commutes. Gloucester County sits just across the Coleman Bridge from the Yorktown corridor, which means VA loan buyers find solid value here compared to properties closer to the base gates. The rural setting also tends to mean more space per dollar, which matters when you're weighing a permanent change of station.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,693 square feet built on a Gloucester County lot — this is a realistic, right-sized entry point into homeownership without the compromises that come with dense suburban neighborhoods. The 1975 construction means the bones are proven, and Gloucester's rural character means you're not paying a premium for a zip code alone. There's genuine space here, and a community that tends to hold its value.

Frequently asked questions

How far is 5257 Chestnut Fork Road from Naval Weapons Station Yorktown?

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown is approximately 23 minutes from 5257 Chestnut Fork Road via the Coleman Bridge and Route 17. The route is straightforward and avoids most of the Peninsula's heavier traffic corridors.

How far is 5257 Chestnut Fork Road from Camp Peary?

Camp Peary is about 16 minutes away, making it the closest major installation to this address. The drive follows local Gloucester County roads before connecting to Route 17 south.

What is the flood zone status for 5257 Chestnut Fork Road?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.

Is there an HOA at 5257 Chestnut Fork Road?

Based on available property data, this address does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm current HOA status during the due diligence period.

What can I do outdoors near Chestnut Fork Road in Gloucester?

Gloucester County offers access to the York River shoreline, local parks, and water-based recreation including fishing and kayaking. The broader Middle Peninsula also has trails and open land that make outdoor routines easy to build.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Gloucester County well — reach out to get a straight answer about this address and what it takes to make it yours.

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Property Details

Bedrooms

3

Full Baths

2

Half Baths

0

Approx Sq Ft

1,693

Stories

1

Fireplaces

0

Flooring

Carpet, Wood

Heating

Cooling

Laundry

Interior Features

N/A

Appliances

Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$398,900

Price / Sq Ft

$236

Annual Taxes

$1,701

Monthly Tax

$142

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.43%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 20, 2026$398,900
Currently listed$398,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 26, 2026.

22% above assessment

Total Assessed

$325,760

Land

$67,490

Improvement

$258,270

Parcel ID: 0647-25-0332

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:

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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.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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Estimate your monthly payment

$2,328/mo

Principal & interest

$2,070

Property tax

$142

Home insurance

$116

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.

Listed by Hogge Real Estate Inc. · MLS# 10630738

Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

ACTIVE LISTING

$398,900

5257 Chestnut Fork RD, GLOUCESTER VA 23061

Gloucester, Virginia 23061

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Quick Facts

TypeResidential
Year Built1975
Lot Size1.0900
Taxes$1,701/yr
HOANone
Heating
Cooling

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