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2beds
2.1baths
1,281sqft
1days on market

847 Sommerville Cres, Chesapeake, VA 23320

New ListingResidential · built 1988 · KNELLS RIDGE

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Canal.

Frontage

Canal ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

NEWLY RENOVATED BRICK FRONT TOWNHOUSE. 2 ENSUITE BEDROOMS, EACH WITH THEIR OWN BATHROOM. MOVE-IN READY. COMPLETLY RENOVATED KITCHEN, BRAND NEW CABINETS AND APPLIANCES, FRESH PAINT, INSTALLED 5 NEW GFCI OUTLETS TO MEET CURRENT ELECTRICAL SAFETY CODE, AND MORE... CENTRALLY LOCATED NEAR INTERSTATES, CHESAPEAKE GENERAL HOSPITAL, SCHOOLS AND SHOPPING CENTERS, AND NO HOA FEES!

Listing courtesy of Kenny Huynh · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10659671

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1988

Price / sqft

$219

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,504/yr

County

Chesapeake VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10659671

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,281
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
2
Total rooms
4
Other rooms
Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse, Traditional
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Canal

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
KNELLS RIDGE
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Chesapeake waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

847 Sommerville Crescent is a two-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath townhome in Chesapeake, Virginia 23320. Built in 1988, it offers 1,281 square feet of living space. The USCG Finance Center is about two minutes away. Barley Pizza and Oak Grove Meadows are both within a short walk.

Keep searching in Chesapeake

See all Chesapeake homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23320 and homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School. Nearby, look at Knells Ridge homes for sale, Chesapeake waterfront homes for sale, Chesapeake condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Chesapeake.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 847 Sommerville Crescent apart is its location at the intersection of convenience and calm. Three restaurants sit within 0.2 miles. A neighborhood park is just 0.3 miles away. The USCG Finance Center is practically at the doorstep, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a quick 12-minute drive. For a 1,281-square-foot townhome built in 1988, this address punches well above its size in daily-life accessibility.

KNELLS RIDGE and the Chesapeake real estate market

Sommerville Crescent sits in a quiet residential pocket of central Chesapeake. The streets here are lined with late-1980s townhomes and single-family homes on modest, well-kept lots. It has the feel of an established community — mature trees, familiar neighbors, and sidewalks that actually get used. Chesapeake City Park is less than a mile away, giving the area a green, open quality that larger subdivisions sometimes lack. Chesapeake itself is one of the largest cities by land area in the United States. That size means real variety: from the Great Dismal Swamp in the west to the waterways of the Eastern Branch in the east. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 64 and Route 17 are both close, connecting you to Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and the broader Hampton Roads region. Everyday errands are easy to run without leaving the zip code. Anyone browsing homes for sale in 23320 will find this address sits right in the heart of what makes central Chesapeake so livable.

What's nearby

Daily life runs smoothly from 847 Sommerville Crescent. Barley Pizza, Maymar Filipino Restaurant, and La Oficina Steakhouse & Cantina are all within 0.2 miles — dinner is never far. Food Lion is 0.7 miles away for grocery runs. Oak Grove Meadows is just 0.3 miles out, and Chesapeake City Park adds more green space at 0.7 miles. KRAVE Juice & Smoothie Cafe is a short drive at 0.7 miles. Hope Fit VA and LG Fit LLC are both under a mile for workouts.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

The USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is about two minutes from the front door. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 12 minutes away. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Chesapeake, and the townhome's compact footprint means lower carrying costs. Straightforward access to two installations makes this address worth a close look on any base-commute shortlist.

For first-time buyers

At 1,281 square feet with two bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, this townhome offers a manageable entry point into homeownership in Chesapeake. The layout keeps maintenance simple. Restaurants, a park, and a grocery store are all within a mile. First-time buyers comparing Chesapeake homes for sale will find this address delivers solid location value in a well-established neighborhood.

More buyer questions

How far is 847 Sommerville Crescent from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 12 minutes from 847 Sommerville Crescent by car. The route via Route 17 is direct and avoids most of the congestion on I-64.

What is the flood zone status for 847 Sommerville Crescent?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that section and confirming details with your insurance agent.

Is 847 Sommerville Crescent part of an HOA?

HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details above. If you have questions about what any HOA covers, your agent can pull the governing documents.

What parks are near 847 Sommerville Crescent?

Oak Grove Meadows is 0.3 miles away, and Chesapeake City Park is 0.7 miles from the address. Both are easily reached on foot or by a short drive.

Are there homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School near this address?

Yes — 847 Sommerville Crescent falls within the attendance zone, and anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Oscar Smith High School will find this address is one of the closer options to the school's central Chesapeake location.

Want to see 847 Sommerville Crescent in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to set up a tour and answer your questions.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510034

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

19.6 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Explore this neighborhood

Knells Ridge

Knells Ridge sits in the Greenbrier area of north Chesapeake. It clusters along Knells Ridge Boulevard just off North Battlefield Boulevard near Oak Grove Road, ZIP 23320.

$315K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

7

For sale now

$83K

HH income

52.1%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

7min·2.6mi

NNSY

Navy

19min·11.4mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

16min·9.8mi

NMCP

Navy

21min·11.7mi

Little Creek

Navy

27min·15mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$1,743/mo

Principal & interest

$1,453

Property tax

$209

Home insurance

$82

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$160,500 – $325,000

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.

124 Taxus ST · 1.2 mi · 1,172 sqft$160,500 sold 2026-07
725 Inlet QUAY #C · 1.8 mi · 1,304 sqft$260,000 sold 2026-05
712 Inlet QUAY #A · 1.8 mi · 1,304 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$280,000

Price / Sq Ft

$219

Annual Taxes

$2,504

Monthly Tax

$209

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.89%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 28, 2026$280,000—
Currently listed—$280,000—

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

1 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 847 Sommerville Cres in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are B.M. Williams Primary, Greenbrier Middle (VaHome School Score 7.1/10), Oscar Smith (VaHome School Score 2.4/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 847 Sommerville Cres 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.
Is 847 Sommerville Cres a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Canal.
Does 847 Sommerville Cres have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 847 Sommerville Cres built?+
It was built in 1988, 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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Listing courtesy of Kenny Huynh · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10659671

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847 Sommerville Cres, Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 · MLS #10659671 · 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.

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