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ChesapeakeSAWYERS MILL541 Lake Crest Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10633736 · record updated Jun 25, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
541 Lake Crest DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23323 - Main photo
$555,000
$200 / sqft · est. $3,518/mo →
4beds
2.1baths
2,781sqft
2days on market

541 Lake Crest Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23323

SoldResidential · built 2001 · SAWYERS MILL

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This open and bright corner lot in Sawyers Mill features a renovated kitchen, pantry, and breakfast bar. The kitchen overlooks the large family room with gas fireplace. This gem has 4-bedrooms, 2.5 baths with an open floor plan. The kitchen is open with new granite countertops, SS appliances, pantry, a breakfast bar, and plenty of counters and cabinet space. The formal dining & living rooms allow for flexibility. Perfect space for a home office. The primary bedroom is huge with vaulted ceilings, 2 large WIK, and separate tub and shower in the bathroom. The large corner lot is perfect for entertaining or quiet morning coffee. The neighborhood has playgrounds, pool, and clubhouse. Plus...Grassfield High School!!

Listing courtesy of Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10633736

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

541 Lake Crest Drive is a four-bedroom, 2.5-bath home in Chesapeake's Sawyers Mill subdivision, offering 2,781 square feet built in 2001. Parks are steps away, two military installations are within 15 minutes, and the neighborhood has a settled, tree-lined character that's hard to replicate.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 541 Lake Crest Drive apart is the combination of interior square footage and immediate outdoor access. At 2,781 square feet, there's genuine room to spread out — four bedrooms, a half bath on the main level, and space that doesn't feel chopped up. Layer in Creekwood South Park three-tenths of a mile away and two more parks within a short walk, and you get a home where the outdoors is practically part of the floor plan.

SAWYERS MILL and the Chesapeake real estate market

Sawyers Mill sits in the western reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — a city that consistently ranks among the safest and most livable in the mid-Atlantic. The subdivision has the feel of an established community: mature trees line the streets, lots have breathing room, and neighbors tend to stick around. That stability shows in the way the area has aged — it's comfortable without being sleepy. Among homes in Chesapeake, this pocket of the 23323 zip code stands out for how much green space surrounds everyday life. Creekwood South Park, Marsh Creek Park, and Deep Creek Park form a loose ring around the neighborhood, making it easy to get outside without getting in a car. The broader Chesapeake landscape adds big-box retail, local dining, and quick interstate access, so you're never far from what you need. It's the kind of place where the commute is manageable, the streets are quiet in the evenings, and the community has genuine roots.

What's nearby

Ray's Pizza is half a mile away — close enough for a weeknight pickup without planning ahead. Creekwood South Park is just 0.3 miles from the front door, making it a realistic walk for an afternoon with kids or a dog. Marsh Creek Park adds another green-space option at 0.5 miles, and Deep Creek Park rounds things out at 0.7 miles. Together, these three parks give 541 Lake Crest Drive an unusual density of outdoor options for a residential neighborhood. Daily errands and dining in the broader western Chesapeake corridor are equally accessible.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about 12 minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 15 — both well within a comfortable daily commute. Four bedrooms handle deployment cycles and growing families with ease, and a VA loan can make the financing side of this straightforward. BAH rates in the Chesapeake area tend to align well with the western Chesapeake market, so the numbers often work in your favor here.

For families upgrading

If you're searching for a house for sale in Chesapeake Virginia with room to actually live — not just exist — 2,781 square feet across four bedrooms delivers that. The half bath on the main level keeps morning routines from stacking up, and having three parks within a short walk means kids have somewhere real to go. Sawyers Mill's established character means you're buying into a neighborhood, not just a house.

More buyer questions

How far is 541 Lake Crest Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?

The drive is approximately 12 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The route stays largely on local roads through western Chesapeake, making it a manageable daily commute.

How far is 541 Lake Crest Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 15 minutes from Sawyers Mill, heading east through Chesapeake. It's one of the more convenient locations in the western part of the city for Shipyard personnel.

What parks are near 541 Lake Crest Drive?

Three parks sit within a mile: Creekwood South Park at 0.3 miles, Marsh Creek Park at 0.5 miles, and Deep Creek Park at 0.7 miles — an unusually strong cluster of green space for a residential neighborhood.

Is 541 Lake Crest Drive 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. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making decisions.

Does Sawyers Mill have an HOA?

Sawyers Mill does have a homeowners association. For current governing documents, rules, and any applicable fees, your agent can request disclosure materials directly from the HOA during the due-diligence period.

Want to see 541 Lake Crest Drive in person or talk through the Sawyers Mill market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out anytime.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

2001

Price / sqft

$200

HOA fee

$49/mo

Taxes

$5,125/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10633736

HOA association includes

ClubhousePlaygroundsPool

$49/mo HOA fee · n/a · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,781
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional, Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Full,Privacy
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
SAWYERS MILL
Zoning
R12AS
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Sawyers Mill

Sawyers Mill is an established single-family neighborhood in the Grassfield area of southern Chesapeake, located off George Washington Highway near Cedar Road (ZIP 23323).

$530K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

4

For sale now

$141K

HH income

86.4%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

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

$3,518/mo

Principal & interest

$2,880

Property tax

$427

Home insurance

$162

PMI

None

HOA

$49

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$520,000$620,000

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.

2616 Pitchback LN · 0.2 mi · 2,891 sqft$620,000 sold 2026-06
317 Sawyers Mill Crossing XING · 0.3 mi · 2,710 sqft$520,000 sold 2026-06
2601 Sawtooth CIR · 0.3 mi · 2,926 sqft$525,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$555,000

Price / Sq Ft

$200

Annual Taxes

$5,125

Monthly Tax

$427

HOA fee

$49 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

0.92%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 23, 2026$555,000
Price increasedJun 25, 2026$555,000+$5,100
SoldJun 25, 2026$555,000

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 541 Lake Crest Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Grassfield Elementary (GreatSchools 8/10), Hugo A. Owens Middle (GreatSchools 6/10), Grassfield (GreatSchools 8/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 541 Lake Crest Dr 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.
Are there parks near 541 Lake Crest Dr?+
Creekwood South Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Does 541 Lake Crest Dr have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is n/a. Association amenities on record include: Clubhouse, Playgrounds, Pool.
When was 541 Lake Crest Dr built?+
It was built in 2001, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Ronald Sawyer · RE/MAX Prime · REIN MLS #10633736

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541 Lake Crest Dr, Chesapeake, Virginia 23323 · MLS #10633736 · 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.