Why this home stands out
New construction in 2026 means you're the first person through the door — no inherited quirks, no deferred maintenance, just fresh systems, modern finishes, and a floor plan sized for real life. Five bedrooms give you the flexibility to grow, host, or carve out a dedicated home office. At nearly 2,900 square feet, there's genuine room to breathe without stepping into oversized-home territory.
RIVERVIEW LANDING and the Chesapeake real estate market
Bellhaven sits in the southern reaches of Chesapeake, Virginia — one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast and consistently ranked among Virginia's most livable communities. Life here moves at a pace that feels intentional: wide roads, mature tree lines along residential streets, and a city government known for investing in infrastructure and green space. The Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge anchors the western edge of the region, giving outdoor enthusiasts a genuine wilderness escape just a short drive away. Chesapeake's southern zip codes, including 23322, tend to draw buyers who want suburban breathing room without sacrificing access to the broader Hampton Roads metro. Shopping corridors along Battlefield Boulevard keep daily errands efficient, and the city's position between Norfolk and the Outer Banks of North Carolina makes weekend getaways genuinely easy. For military households, the proximity to multiple installations — including Norfolk Naval Shipyard to the north — adds a layer of practical convenience that's hard to overstate.
What's nearby
Grocery runs are effortless from Bellhaven. A Kroger, complete with an in-store Kroger Bakery, sits just 0.7 miles away — close enough that a forgotten ingredient is never a crisis. A Food Lion provides a second option at 0.9 miles, which is handy when you want a quick stop without navigating a larger store. Beyond groceries, Battlefield Boulevard's commercial corridor puts pharmacies, restaurants, and home-improvement retailers within a short drive. The overall convenience quotient here is high for a neighborhood that still feels genuinely residential.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
USCG Finance Center Chesapeake is seven minutes away, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard clocks in at roughly 19 minutes — a commute that works for most duty schedules. A VA loan can make a new-construction purchase like this one especially straightforward, and five bedrooms mean you won't outgrow the space during a typical tour length. Chesapeake's 23322 zip code is a perennial favorite for military households for good reason.
For families upgrading
Five bedrooms and 2,888 square feet built fresh in 2026 is a meaningful step up from a starter home — enough space for kids, guests, and a proper home office without feeling like you're rattling around. New construction also means every major system is under warranty, so your first few years of ownership are about living, not fixing. Chesapeake's southern corridor offers the school-district stability and neighborhood calm that upgrading families tend to prioritize.
More buyer questions
How far is MM Bellhaven 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 area.
How far is MM Bellhaven from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 19 minutes north, a commute that fits comfortably within the range most shipyard personnel consider acceptable for daily travel.
What year was this home built?
The home was built in 2026, making it new construction — you'd be the first owner with all-new systems and finishes.
Is MM Bellhaven in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Does this home have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed with current listing documentation, as community association details can vary by phase within a new-construction development.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Chesapeake's new-construction market inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough.
