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Riverfront suburb south of Norfolk
Along one of the world's largest natural harbors, tucked away on a tributary to the Elizabeth River, is Indian River. Residents in this Chesapeake suburb have access to a number of outdoor parks, community centers and water recreation. Neighborhood organizations like Friends of Indian River are dedicated to preserving the area’s rivers and green spaces by promoting volunteer clean-up events and establishing community gardens. The architecture here reflects a combination of the old and new: "This is a very well-established neighborhood that has homes ranging in build date from 1950 to 2023," says Katie Burke, a Realtor with Long and Foster Real Estate, who has lived in the area her whole life. "Students here are zoned for the Chesapeake Public School district, which receives an A-minus rating from Niche and is also ranked #4 on Niche’s “Best School Districts in Norfolk Area” list. Residents are a short drive from downtown Norfolk located northeast of the neighborhood across the Elizabeth River.
Residents in this Chesapeake suburb have access to a number of outdoor parks
Bench in beautiful Black-eyed Susan flower garden
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Ranch-style residences and townhome communities
Single- and multifamily homes, condo communities and newer residential developments display a mix of architectural styles that can be found throughout the neighborhood. Some of the more common styles here include ranch-style homes with brick exteriors and recent builds that incorporate traditional-style architecture and often feature vinyl siding. The median home price in Indian River is just under $300,000, but some of the newly constructed five-bedroom properties can sell for more than $630,000. Condominiums and townhome complexes also dot the neighborhood; communities like Coleman Farms offer residents a number of private amenities, including a pool, fitness center and clubhouse.
College and career resources at Indian River High School
Younger students can attend Thurgood Marshall Elementary, a B-minus school, for primary education. Students in Grades 6-8 might go to Indian River Middle School, also rated B-minus, which then feeds into B-rated Indian River High School for students in Grades 9-12. Indian River High also has a college and career center that offers resources for students who might want to apply to higher education institutions, find employment opportunities or enroll in the military following their graduation.
Indian River High competes in one of the strongest sporting districts in Virginia.
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School teaches over 400 students per year.
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Birdwatch and play sports at Indian River Park
Indian River Park covers over 90 acres of forests and open green space; the South Military Highway runs through and splits the park into a north side and a south side. On the northern side, residents can find a playground, basketball courts and the Rokeby Community Center. South Indian River Park is made up of dense woods and offers park-goers access to Virginia’s indigenous natural beauty through birdwatching areas, hiking trails and rain gardens. Locals can also go to the Indian River Community Center on Old Greenbrier Road for indoor recreation facilities, including a fitness center, gaming area and a gymnasium with locker rooms.
Grill out and enjoy the shaded area at Indian River Park.
Meet other residents and play some pickup games at the Indian River Park Basketball courts.
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Community volunteer events hosted by Friends of Indian River
Volunteer cleanups and Adopt-A-Park events are led by the Friends of Indian River and aim to bring the community together by removing pollution and invasive species from the area’s parks and rivers. This organization also drives initiatives to support local small businesses, maintain neighborhood streetscapes and promote sustainable gardens.
Dance like no one’s watching at Eagles’ Nest Rockin’ Country Bar
In a shopping plaza off Woodlake Drive, residents can stock up on groceries at Kroger Marketplace, find athletic equipment at Dick’s Sporting Goods, or browse a variety of retail items at HomeGoods and Five Below. Locals can also go to the Parkview Shopping Center to dine at the Crazy Buffet & Grill, the largest Asian cuisine restaurant in Chesapeake. Right next door is Eagles’ Nest Rockin’ Country Bar, a local hot spot for live music and entertainment where residents can enjoy performances by top country music artists, sing their hearts out in karaoke and dance the night away to DJ setlists.
8-mile drive from downtown Norfolk
Commuters are an 8-mile drive from downtown Norfolk, which they can access using South Military Highway. "Interstate 264 and 64 are accessible in no more than 10 minutes," Burke says. Indian River’s southern border runs along Interstate 64, which feeds into routes leading to Virginia Beach and Newport News. Public bus stops and fixed routes on South Military Highway are operated by Hampton Roads Transit. Residents are approximately a 10-mile drive away from the Norfolk International Airport.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Indian River
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Indian River Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Indian River, Chesapeake sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Indian River, Chesapeake over the last 12 months is $315,000.
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