Western Branch Homes for Sale in Chesapeake, VA
Western Branch is a residential neighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes. The area reflects the broader suburban character of Chesapeake while maintaining its own distinct identity. Established development and mature landscaping contribute to the neighborhood's established feel.
45 homes for sale in Western Branch right now.
“Western Branch runs on settled streets and mature trees, and it trades at a steadier rhythm than the flashier corridors of Chesapeake. One thing we flag early: the area straddles the Chesapeake–Portsmouth line, so confirm which city a specific address sits in — taxes, schools, and services follow the city line, not the neighborhood name.”
45
Active Listings
$457,195
Median List Price
$188
Avg. $ / Sq. Ft.
26
Avg. Days on Market
2d ago
Newest Listing
Live from the REIN MLS, refreshed continuously. Stats reflect active for-sale inventory in Western Branch.
Neighborhood77
Sold · last 12 mo
$375,000
Median sale price
$204
Median sold $/sq ft
33
Median days on market
$850,000
3315 Tyre Neck RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$690,000
3932 Colony Pointe DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$675,000
5045 Annapolis DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$649,900
2217 Nantucket AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$609,900
2209 HAMPTON ROADS PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$609,900
MM Myrtle II NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$609,900
2223 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$599,900
3120 Deans CT, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$578,645
5112 ANNAPOLIS DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$574,900
5103 Annapolis DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$551,900
2207 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
2211 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
2206 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
MM Sycamore NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
2205 Hampton RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$545,900
5025 Duxbury RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,999
2216 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,900
MM Myrtle NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,900
2204 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$525,000
5041 Queen ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$525,000
5036 Queen ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$499,990
2871 Lilley Cove DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$457,195
4609 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$449,900
4603 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$449,900
4605 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$449,000
3106 Lantern PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$443,900
4620 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$355,000
3004 Big Bend DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$319,999
2409 Leytonstone DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$319,000
2462 Leytonstone DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$285,000
2314 Alcott WAY, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$285,000
4606 Old Fox TRL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$284,000
2806 Baldwin DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$269,000
5001 Clifton ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$250,000
4626 Old Fox TRL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$239,900
4332 Hillingdon BND #206, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$229,999
4332 Hillingdon BND #208, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$227,500
4301 Colindale RD #208, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$225,000
4316 Hillingdon BND #305, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$75,000
4999 Clifton ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$9,900
3509 Sigmon DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$2,895
5003 Clifton ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$2,650
1400 Goodman ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$2,650
4314 Midhurst LN, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$1,895
2424 Chancery LN #207, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
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Living in Western Branch
Residents of Western Branch enjoy access to local parks and outdoor recreation typical of the Chesapeake area. The neighborhood supports a quiet, family-oriented atmosphere with convenient access to schools and shopping. Daily life centers around residential stability and community-oriented living in a suburban setting.
Western Branch appeals to buyers seeking established suburban living within Chesapeake's borders. The neighborhood offers a range of home sizes and styles suited to various household needs. This area represents a practical choice for those prioritizing neighborhood stability and residential character.
What Western Branch homes actually sell for
Computed from REIN MLS closed sales over the trailing 12 months — updates with every MLS sync, not a third-party monthly aggregate.
$375,000
Median sale price · 12 mo
77 closed sales
$204
Median sold $ / sq ft
closed sales with recorded sq ft
33 days
Median days on market
for homes that closed
$2K–$850K
Active listing range
45 on the market today
| Property type | Sold · 12 mo | Median sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Detached homes | 38 | $540,900 |
| Townhomes & condos | 39 | $284,900 |
Source: REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 months, computed by VaHome.
What buyers should know
Neutral counts from the 231 Western Branch homes VaHome has mapped against federal and state hazard layers — shown the same way for every neighborhood.
0%
of mapped homes sit in FEMA high-risk flood zones
X · 231
0 of 229
mapped homes inside a Navy jet-noise (AICUZ) contour
Every VaHome listing shows its exact noise zone and Accident Potential Zone.
Zone D
hurricane evacuation zone
Va. Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone.
Sources: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · U.S. Navy AICUZ via city GIS · Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management.
Census profile of the Western Branch area
$95,232
Median household income
38
Median age
72%
Owner-occupied households
40%
Bachelor's degree or higher
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024), census-tract level for the Western Branch area. Shown identically for every neighborhood.
Bases & commutes
Straight-line distances from the center of Western Branch. Every listing page shows live drive times with traffic.
Listings & market data updated July 2026 · Live REIN MLS data
Western Branch real estate FAQ
Where is Western Branch located within Chesapeake, VA?+
Western Branch is the northernmost borough of Chesapeake, set in the northwestern part of the city and separated from the rest of Chesapeake by the Western Branch of the Elizabeth River, the Great Dismal Swamp, and rail and interstate corridors. It borders Portsmouth to the east and northeast and Suffolk to the west and northwest, with the Bowers Hill area to its south, and Interstate 664 runs through the center of the area. This geography gives Western Branch its own distinct identity within the city.
What kinds of homes are in Western Branch?+
Western Branch is a mature, tree-lined area with a wide mix of housing built over several decades, from brick ranch-style homes dating to the 1960s and traditional two-story houses to newer construction, including some homes near the Elizabeth River. Lots tend to be established with grown trees, and the area includes numerous named subdivisions across the Western Branch North, South, and riverside sections. Inventory ranges from modest single-story homes to larger waterfront properties.
What schools serve Western Branch?+
Western Branch is served by Chesapeake Public Schools, and the area has its own grade-level progression of Western Branch schools: Western Branch Primary (PreK-2), Western Branch Intermediate (grades 3-5), Western Branch Middle (grades 6-8), and Western Branch High (grades 9-12). Western Branch High opened in 1968 and enrolls more than 2,100 students; Jolliff Middle is the other middle school that feeds into it. Exact attendance zones are set by Chesapeake Public Schools, so buyers should confirm the assigned schools for any specific address and review current GreatSchools and Virginia School Quality Profile ratings.
How far is Western Branch from the interstates and military bases?+
Interstate 664, part of the Hampton Roads Beltway, runs through the center of Western Branch and connects to I-64, State Route 164 (the Western Freeway), Route 17, and Portsmouth Boulevard, putting much of the region within reach. The Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel carries I-664 across the harbor at the mouth of the James River toward Newport News and Hampton on the Peninsula. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and the Norfolk Naval Shipyard are a short drive away, which makes the borough convenient for commuters working across the harbor.
What parks and amenities are in Western Branch?+
Recreation anchors include the roughly 90-acre Western Branch Park (officially Claire R. Askew Western Branch Park) with ball fields, tennis and pickleball courts, walking trails, and a dog park, plus Elizabeth River Park with its boat ramp on the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, Dunedin Park, and the smaller Crossings at Western Branch. The Western Branch Community Center adds an indoor gathering space. Everyday shopping, grocery stores, and dining are clustered along Portsmouth Boulevard and Western Branch Boulevard, near the Chesapeake Square retail area, which is undergoing a major redevelopment.
What is it like living in Western Branch compared to the rest of Chesapeake?+
Western Branch reads as a settled, suburban borough with mature streetscapes and its own concentration of schools, parks, and shopping, distinct from the newer-growth areas of southern Chesapeake. Bounded by the Elizabeth River, the Great Dismal Swamp, and the Suffolk and Portsmouth lines, it functions almost as a community of its own while still being part of the City of Chesapeake, with I-664 providing access to jobs across Hampton Roads.
About 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 every 2 minutes from the REIN feed.
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