Why this home stands out
Three and a half acres inside city limits is the headline here. While most Chesapeake homes for sale in this price tier sit on quarter-acre lots, MM Fields at Taft gives you actual land — room for a detached garage, a garden, a workshop, or simply the buffer of open space between you and your neighbors. The 2026 build year means everything from the roof to the mechanicals is untouched, and you're the first owner to walk through the door.
THE FIELDS AT TAFT and the Chesapeake real estate market
MM Fields at Taft sits in what Chesapeake locals broadly call the ALL OTHERS AREA 32 corridor — the southwestern edge of the city where the suburban grid gives way to larger parcels, mature treelines, and a noticeably quieter pace. Chesapeake itself is the second-largest city by land area in Virginia, and that scale is felt here: you get genuine space without sacrificing city services, utilities, or road infrastructure. The surrounding area draws a mix of trades workers, military families, and long-term residents who value privacy over proximity. Zoning in this part of the city has historically protected larger lot minimums, which is why the density stays low and the character stays consistent. If you're comparing homes for sale in Chesapeake and wondering where the breathing room is, this southwest quadrant is the answer.
What's nearby
Daily errands are manageable from this address. The Chesapeake Square Mall corridor along Volvo Parkway puts grocery anchors, pharmacy chains, and big-box retail within roughly 15 minutes. Battlefield Boulevard — one of Chesapeake's main commercial spines — adds restaurants, urgent care, and hardware stores a similar distance north. Families comparing homes for sale in 23322 often appreciate the proximity to Northwest River Park, a 763-acre city park with trails, camping, and kayak launches about 20 minutes south. For coffee runs, local spots along Camelot Drive and the Hickory area serve the neighborhood well.
For different buyers
For families upgrading
If your current home has you stacked on top of your neighbors, 3.6 acres changes the math entirely. The 2026 build means no deferred maintenance surprises — just 2,134 square feet of clean, current construction with three bedrooms and two full baths ready for whatever your household needs next. There's genuine room to grow here, both inside the footprint and across the land itself.
More buyer questions
How far is MM Fields at Taft from USCG Finance Center Chesapeake?
The drive runs approximately 21 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient Chesapeake addresses for Coast Guard personnel stationed at the Finance Center.
How far is this address from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 30 minutes from MM Fields at Taft, a straightforward commute via the main highway corridors connecting southwestern Chesapeake to Portsmouth.
What is the lot size at this address, and can it accommodate outbuildings?
The lot is 3.6 acres, which is substantial by Chesapeake standards and generally leaves room for detached garages, workshops, or accessory structures — though any outbuilding would be subject to Chesapeake city zoning and permitting requirements.
Is this property in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
Does this home have an HOA?
HOA status for MM Fields at Taft should be confirmed through current disclosure documents, as community governance structures for newer subdivisions can be established or amended close to the time of first sale.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Chesapeake well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough or ask questions about the lot, the build, or the neighborhood.
