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Chesapeake, VA

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Norfolk suburb is full of natural amenities and serenity.

Relaxed Affordable Convenient Suburban Family-friendly Nature

Neighboring Norfolk in the north, Virginia Beach in the east, and the Virginia-North Carolina border in the south, Chesapeake is a nature lover’s dream. With a prime location on the Intracoastal Waterway, numerous parks, a large portion of the Great Dismal Swamp, and access to nearby beaches, there is no shortage of options for enjoying all that nature has to offer in Chesapeake. Ocean, river, lake, and canal access grant Chesapeake residents the opportunity to engage in various water sports and activities. Northwest River Park, Oak Grove Lake Park, and Chesapeake City Park are all popular destinations for outdoor recreation in addition to the Dismal Swamp Canal Trail and the Chesapeake Arboretum. Golfers have their choice of practicing their game at Cahoon Plantation Golf Course or Greenbrier Country Club. Shoppers delight in the options for retail therapy at Greenbrier Mall and Chesapeake Square Mall. The Shriner’s Annual Seafood Feast serves up fresh, delicious seafood while raising money for a good cause. The Chesapeake Wine Festival provides samples from wineries all over Virginia. Both festivals strengthen the community bond in Chesapeake.

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A nearby pier in the evening

Beach near Chesapeake

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Chesapeake, VA is $1,757 for a studio, $1,577 for one bedroom, $1,712 for two bedrooms, and $2,136 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Chesapeake has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,577/month
771 Sq Ft
House
$2,439/month
1,654 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,963/month
775 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,007/month
1,158 Sq Ft
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Transportation

37

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

22

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

39

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Cedar Road Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

924 Students

9
out of 10

Grassfield Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

1,352 Students

8
out of 10

Great Bridge Intermediate School

Public

Grades 3-5

698 Students

8
out of 10

Butts Road Intermediate School

Public

Grades 3-5

617 Students

8
out of 10

Hickory Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

585 Students

8
out of 10

Hickory Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,336 Students

8
out of 10

Great Bridge Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,223 Students

8
out of 10

Western Branch Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

887 Students

8
out of 10

Jolliff Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

702 Students

7
out of 10

Hugo a Owens Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,315 Students

6
out of 10

Grassfield High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,314 Students

8
out of 10

Hickory High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,581 Students

8
out of 10

Western Branch High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,121 Students

6
out of 10

Great Bridge High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,624 Students

6
out of 10

Deep Creek High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,597 Students

5
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Chesapeake Planetarium
  • Chesapeake Arboretum
  • Stumpy Lake
  • Nauticus
  • Children's Museum of Virginia

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Norfolk International
  • Newport News/Williamsburg International

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