Why this home stands out
Built in 2017, this home sits in a sweet spot that older Chesapeake neighborhoods rarely offer: systems, finishes, and structural components that are still well within their prime years. At just over 2,000 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, the floor plan gives everyone breathing room without the overhead of a much larger house. That balance of size and age is genuinely hard to find in this zip code.
HAILEYS COVE and the Chesapeake real estate market
536 Cristfield Road sits in the 23320 zip code — one of Chesapeake's most centrally connected corridors. Chesapeake is Virginia's second-largest city by land area, and that scale means genuine variety: quiet residential streets, major retail hubs, and easy on-ramps to I-64 and the Chesapeake Expressway all coexist within a short drive. The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge lies to the southwest, giving the city an unexpected natural edge that most Hampton Roads communities can't claim. Locally, chesapeake bay realty professionals consistently point to the 23320 area as one of the region's most balanced markets — accessible without feeling suburban-generic, and close to employment centers without the congestion of Norfolk or Virginia Beach. City services here fall under Chesapeake's independent city jurisdiction, which means its own school system, fire and rescue, and public works infrastructure operating independently from surrounding localities.
What's nearby
Daily life runs smoothly from this address. Greenbrier Mall and the broader Greenbrier retail corridor are just a few minutes east, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, big-box retailers, and a solid mix of restaurants within easy reach. The Chesapeake City Park — one of the largest municipal parks in the region — is close by for weekend walks, sports fields, and open-air events. Interstate 64 access is quick, connecting you north toward Norfolk and Virginia Beach or west toward Suffolk in under ten minutes. For coffee runs or a casual lunch, the Greenbrier area has multiple options without requiring any highway time at all.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly five minutes from the front door — a commute that's genuinely rare to find paired with a 2017-built home. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 17 minutes out, keeping dual-military households well-positioned. If you're planning to use a VA loan, this location checks the proximity boxes that make the math work for most pay grades.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring chesapeake city real estate for the first time, 536 Cristfield Road offers something that matters a lot early in homeownership: a newer build. A 2017 construction date means fewer surprise repair bills in the first several years, and 2,003 square feet gives you genuine room to grow without overextending on space you don't yet need.
More buyer questions
How far is 536 Cristfield Road from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately five minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the 23320 zip code.
How far is 536 Cristfield Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 17 minutes away via the Chesapeake and Portsmouth corridors, a manageable daily commute for shipyard personnel.
What year was 536 Cristfield Road built, and what does that mean for the home's condition?
The home was built in 2017, meaning major systems like HVAC, roofing, and plumbing are relatively young — typically still within or near their standard service windows, which reduces near-term maintenance uncertainty.
Is 536 Cristfield Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
Does 536 Cristfield Road have an HOA?
HOA status for this property is confirmed in the listing details section; if an HOA applies, the governing documents and any associated rules would be disclosed during the transaction process.
Ready to walk through 536 Cristfield Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Chesapeake corridor well — reach out and let's set something up.
