Why this home stands out
What sets 817 Dana Drive apart is its combination of single-family privacy, a manageable footprint, and a location that keeps two major military installations within a quarter-hour commute. The 1990 build means you're working with a solid post-construction era — past the quirks of older stock, with room to personalize on your own timeline. For anyone who wants a detached home without the sprawl, this size hits a practical sweet spot.
COLONY MANOR and the Chesapeake real estate market
817 Dana Drive sits in the western reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast and a community that consistently draws buyers who want suburban breathing room without sacrificing access to everything Hampton Roads has to offer. This part of Chesapeake carries a quiet, established residential feel: tree-lined streets, single-family homes, and neighbors who tend to put down roots. The pace here is unhurried, but you're never far from the region's major corridors. Interstate 664 and Route 17 are both nearby, giving you straightforward connections north into Portsmouth and Norfolk or south toward Suffolk. Chesapeake's western side is known for its parks, waterways, and a genuine sense of community — the kind of place where weekend mornings feel easy and the commute doesn't define your day. Whether you're new to the area or already know Hampton Roads well, this address delivers a dependable home base.
What's nearby
Daily errands from 817 Dana Drive are genuinely low-effort. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retailers cluster along the nearby commercial corridors of Western Branch and along Route 17, so stocking up rarely requires a long drive. For green space, Northwest River Park and the Northwest River itself offer kayaking, hiking, and camping just a short drive south. Waterside District and the broader Norfolk dining scene are accessible in under 30 minutes when you want a night out. Coffee shops and casual dining spots dot the surrounding neighborhoods, keeping the everyday routine comfortable without requiring a highway trip.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 13 minutes from Dana Drive, and USCG Base Portsmouth is only a minute further. That kind of proximity matters on early-report days, during duty rotations, and when you're weighing where to plant your family between orders. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward — and a home this size is easy to maintain through a busy service schedule.
For first-time buyers
At 1,128 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, 817 Dana Drive is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to live comfortably, manageable enough that upkeep doesn't become a second job. Chesapeake's western side offers a stable, established setting where first-time owners tend to feel settled quickly, and the location keeps commutes short in nearly every direction.
More buyer questions
How far is 817 Dana Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
The drive from 817 Dana Drive to Norfolk Naval Shipyard runs approximately 13 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That route connects quickly via Route 17 and the Western Freeway corridor.
How far is 817 Dana Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 14 minutes from 817 Dana Drive, making it one of the closer residential options for Coast Guard personnel assigned there.
What is the flood risk at 817 Dana Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
Is there an HOA at 817 Dana Drive?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; if an association does apply, the specifics would be outlined in the community's governing documents.
What is the neighborhood like around Dana Drive in Chesapeake?
The area has an established, low-key residential character with single-family homes, mature trees, and convenient access to western Chesapeake's parks, shopping corridors, and major commuter routes.
Want to know more about 817 Dana Drive or explore comparable homes in Chesapeake? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.
