1 days on market
$479,900
421 Bartell Dr
Chesapeake, Virginia 23322
MLS# 10635974 · WILSON HEIGHTS · Chesapeake VA
Updated 8 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,967/mo
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Price / sq ft
$281
1,705 sq ft
Days on market
1
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1970
56 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,705
Garage
Yes
About this home
Come see this "cottage like" home in the heart of Great Bridge. Stop & enjoy the covered front porch where you can enjoy your morning coffee or transition to the brick patio out back. Beautifully renovated kitchen. Gleaming hardwood floors. 2 bedrooms & a full bathroom upstairs and 2 bedrooms & a full bathroom downstairs. The spacious back yard has a brick patio and is fully fenced. New water heater. The playset & sh…
Listed by Kim Mills Kirkby · The Real Estate Group
VaHome Team property overview
421 Bartell Drive is a four-bedroom, two-bath home in Chesapeake, Virginia, built in 1970 and offering 1,705 square feet of living space. Everyday conveniences, fitness studios, parks, and dining options are all within half a mile of your front door.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 421 Bartell Drive apart is its rare combination of walkable convenience and easy military commutes in a city that tends to spread things out. Three gyms, three coffee spots, two grocery stores, and a handful of restaurants are all reachable in minutes on foot. Add quick access to USCG Finance Center Chesapeake and Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and this address quietly checks a lot of boxes that are hard to find together in one place.
WILSON HEIGHTS and the Chesapeake real estate market
Chesapeake is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, yet the area around Bartell Drive has a genuinely walkable, small-town feel that surprises most newcomers. The surrounding streets are lined with mature trees and established homes, giving the neighborhood a settled, lived-in character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. Residents here tend to know their neighbors, and the mix of parks, local cafés, and independent eateries within a short walk reinforces that community feel. Anyone researching chesapeake bay realty quickly learns that Chesapeake offers something for nearly every lifestyle — from waterfront living further south to quiet, convenient corridors like this one near the city's commercial core. The city sits in the heart of Hampton Roads, putting you within reasonable driving distance of Virginia Beach's oceanfront, the historic districts of Portsmouth, and the broader employment base that spans the region. For a city its size, Chesapeake manages to feel both connected and unhurried.
What's nearby
Daily life runs smoothly from 421 Bartell Drive. Kroger and Walmart Neighborhood Market are both under a mile away for grocery runs, and Peking, Great Pizza Co., and Court House Cafe are all within a half mile when you'd rather skip the cooking. Morning routines have options too — Kitty Kingdom Cat Café, Savor, and Amazing Glazed are each within six-tenths of a mile. Fitness is equally close, with RISE Personal Training, Burn Boot Camp, and Evolve Fitness Lab all within a half mile. Judge Eileen Olds Courtyard Park, Wildcat Park, and Bells Mill Park round things out for outdoor time.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is roughly seven minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about seventeen — both without touching the interstate on most routes. A VA loan can make this four-bedroom home especially accessible for eligible service members and veterans, and the short commute windows mean more time at home rather than in traffic.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and two full baths give a growing family real room to spread out across 1,705 square feet. The 1970 build means solid construction and established lot sizes that newer tract homes rarely match. Three parks within a mile and a walkable cluster of restaurants and coffee shops make the neighborhood as practical as it is comfortable for everyday family life.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 421 Bartell Drive from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive is approximately seven minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the city.
How far is 421 Bartell Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly seventeen minutes away, a manageable daily commute for personnel assigned there.
What grocery stores are near 421 Bartell Drive?
Kroger and Walmart Neighborhood Market are both within 0.8 miles, so routine grocery runs are quick and easy from this address.
Is 421 Bartell Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the address.
Does the neighborhood around Bartell Drive have parks nearby?
Yes — Judge Eileen Olds Courtyard Park, Wildcat Park, and Bells Mill Park are all within 0.8 miles, offering multiple options for outdoor recreation close to home.
Ready to take a closer look at 421 Bartell Drive? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty — they know Chesapeake inside and out and are happy to help.
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Location & Neighborhood
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421 Bartell DR, Chesapeake
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,705
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$479,900
Price / Sq Ft
$281
Annual Taxes
$4,043
Monthly Tax
$337
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.84%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 23, 2026 | $479,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $479,900 | — |
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About buying in Chesapeake
Homes for sale in Chesapeake, VA appeal to buyers who want suburban space, top-rated schools, and easy access to Virginia Beach and Norfolk. The city's geography splits roughly into five corridors: Greenbrier (23320) with newer construction and shopping near the mall; Great Bridge (23320, 23322) with the historic Battlefield district and excellent schools; Hickory (23322) with large-lot family homes and Hickory High; Western Branch (23321) near the Portsmouth border with mature trees and starter homes; and Deep Creek / South Norfolk (23323, 23324) with affordable inventory and waterfront access. Buyer demand is anchored by Chesapeake Public Schools — among the highest-rated in Hampton Roads — including Hickory High, Grassfield High, Great Bridge High, and Western Branch High. Median home prices range from $300K starter homes in Deep Creek to $600K+ Great Bridge family homes and $1M+ luxury estates in Hickory's gated communities. Chesapeake's commute is excellent for buyers working in Virginia Beach, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, or Newport News Shipbuilding via the I-664 and I-64 corridors. Below you'll find every active Chesapeake MLS listing pulled hourly from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,967/moPrincipal & interest
$2,490
Property tax
$337
Home insurance
$140
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 The Real Estate Group · MLS# 10635974
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$479,900
421 Bartell DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23322
Chesapeake, Virginia 23322
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