Western Branch
Suburban Neighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia
Chesapeake County 23321
Old and new subdivisions in Western Branch
Multi-family and single-family homes are available throughout Western Branch, ranging widely in price and style. Ranch-style homes built in the 1960s and 1970s line dense residential blocks connected by narrow sidewalks and the shade of mature trees, selling for $170,000 to $370,000. Subdivisions built in the 1980s through 2020s house winding cul-de-sacs of new traditional single-family homes with colonial revival or craftsman influences on landscaped lawns, selling for $450,000 to $1 million depending on square footage and whether the backyard allows access to the Elizabeth River. Condos in duplexes and townhouses are scattered throughout the area, selling for $170,000 to $480,000 depending on community amenities and square footage. Many Western Branch subdivisions have no HOA or ones with minimal fees and amenities, but some of the newest developments boast community clubhouses and pools.Western Branch Community Center and parks
Small community parks like Crossings at Western Branch and Dunedin Park provide pockets of grassy fields and playgrounds between residential streets, the latter also sporting a small, placid pond and winding shaded walking path through thickets of mature trees. The Western Branch Park is the largest in the area, and its long line of ball diamonds and soccer fields, tennis courts, shady playground and dog park are popular with residents of all ages. As the temperature rises, the splash pad outside of Western Branch Community Center is a magnet for neighbors looking to beat the summer heat.Chesapeake Public Schools
“The public schools in Western Branch are very sought after, and many parents in the area volunteer at school events or join the PTAs,” Powell says. Students can attend prekindergarten through second grade at Western Branch Primary School, third through fifth grade at Western Branch Intermediate School, sixth through eighth grade at Western Branch Middle School, and finish up at Western Branch High School, all of which earn a B-plus on Niche. Western Branch Bruins participate in dozens of clubs and athletic teams at the high school, from the Scholastic Quiz Bowl team to the varsity football team.Western Branch seasonal craft fairs
On weekends in the fall, winter and spring, Western Branch Middle School and Western Branch High School host seasonal craft fairs. Residents get in the spirit of the season and stroll around dozens of booths hosting local artists and businesses whose crafts and food items are themed to the nearest holiday.Intersections of commuter highways
While there are a handful of HRT and Suffolk Transit bus stops along Portsmouth Boulevard and Pughsville Road, Western Branch residents typically drive to nearby commuter hubs. Intersections of I-664 with I-64, Western Freeway, Highway 17 and Portsmouth Boulevard provide locals with a 10–15-mile commute to hubs in Norfolk or Chesapeake and a 25-mile drive into Newport News.Businesses off Portsmouth and Western Branch boulevards
Strip malls between Portsmouth Boulevard and Western Branch Boulevard provide Western Branch residents with a plethora of chain and local businesses close to home. Daily essentials can be found at Aldi, Sam’s Club and Target, each a short drive from the other, while Chesapeake Square Mall is home to a Cinemark as well as retailers like Burlington, Finish Line and Bath & Body Works. Beyond chains like Olive Garden and Red Lobster, locals can enjoy Mexican staples at El Puente Mexican Grill or casual ambiance and specialty burgers at Gourmet Burger Bistro.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mary Rice
Mary Rice
Liz Moore & Associates LLC
(231) 715-5290
112 Total Sales
2 in Western Branch
$351K - $495K Price Range
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Theresa Reese
Theresa Reese
Inner Banks Real Estate Group, Inc.
(757) 891-6097
74 Total Sales
1 in Western Branch
$200,000 Price
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Nicole Glocker
Nicole Glocker
Iron Valley Real Estate Hampton Roads
(757) 654-2571
208 Total Sales
6 in Western Branch
$261K - $468K Price Range
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Christina Fleck
Christina Fleck
World Class Realty
(757) 960-8686
104 Total Sales
4 in Western Branch
$335K - $564K Price Range
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Debbie Berger
Debbie Berger
Real Broker, LLC
(855) 618-0195
23 Total Sales
1 in Western Branch
$440,000 Price
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Dana Gustafson
Dana Gustafson
BHHS RW Towne Realty
(757) 294-8892
55 Total Sales
6 in Western Branch
$130K - $530K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pughsville Park
Crossings at Western Branch Park
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
- Grills
Southwestern Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Western Branch Park And Sports Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Dunedin Park
- Basketball
- Fishing
- Grills
Miars Plantation Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Western Branch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Western Branch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Western Branch, Chesapeake sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Western Branch, Chesapeake over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$305,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$228,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
577
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$201
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
12,348
Number of Homes for Sale
98
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,229
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,445
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,364
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,810
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 2211am - 1pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,019 - $1,679 per month
- Chesapeake Pointe
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 682+ Sq Ft
- 3537 Towne Pointe Rd
- Chesapeake, VA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
38,276
Median Age
39
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$94,605
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$119,144
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
41%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.5%
% Population in Labor Force
72.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
34°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
29
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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