What are the best places to live in Chesapeake?

Chesapeake is a beautiful city in the Commonwealth of Virginia. In 2011, it was named the twenty-first best city in the United States by Bloomberg Businessweek. It’s also the second-most populous independent city in Virginia and the tenth-largest in the Mid-Atlantic. 

The consolidation that brought about Chesapeake was one of the changes that occurred in the local government structure in southeastern Virginia from 1952 to 1975. During Virginia’s colonial era, Chesapeake was one of the first settlements. Within Chesapeake’s segment of the Intracoastal Waterway, the Great Bridge locks mark the transition between the Southern Branch of Elizabeth River and the Chesapeake & Albemarle Canals.

Currently, Chesapeake is a diverse city with urban areas and many square miles of forests, protected farmland, and wetlands. It is also home to a huge chunk of the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. 

Some of the best places to live in the city include:

• Greenbrier East

Greenbrier East is a safe and peaceful neighborhood located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The neighborhood is densely populated, and it’s surrounded by parks, retail stores, country clubs, medical facilities, and lakes. Most of the residents of the area are upper-middle-class individuals and families. Greenbrier East is also characterized by a low unemployment rate and a stable housing market readily available for both residents and visitors. 

Greenbrier East is home to Stumpy Lake Country Club and Stumpy Lake. The Stumpy Lake Country Club features clean and well-groomed green spaces, a 4-star golf course, and peaceful trails by the lake. The city has several top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools. Greenbrier East also has bubbly relaxation and entertainment life.

• Greenbrier West

Greenbrier West is also a peaceful area located in Chesapeake, Virginia. Most of the residents of the area are well-educated families. The standard of living in the area is higher than in some areas outside Chesapeake, Virginia. The average income rate in Greenbrier West is $69,000 per household, and the houses are quite affordable; you could get a residential apartment for as low as $140,000. In addition, the crime rate in the neighborhood is 12% lower than the national average crime rate in the country. 

Also, Greenbrier West is ranked one of the most habitable places in Chesapeake. The area is popularly known for its Oak Grove Lake and Greenbrier Country Club. The Greenbrier Country Club features a well-maintained golf course that has a well-equipped fitness center, dining options, tennis courts, and swimming pools. The area has several employment opportunities for both visitors and residents.

• Indian River

The Indian River is a tidal river situated within Chesapeake, Virginia. The river opens up to a community of about 22,000 historic homes and parks. The Indian River is a tributary of the famous Eastern Branch Elizabeth River, which leads to the Hampton Roads. Indian River is ranked the fourth most livable neighborhood in Chesapeake. The community in the area is peaceful and has a low crime rate. In addition, the Indian River is surrounded by top-rated restaurants, shopping centers, and cafes. 

One of the main highlights of the neighborhood is the Indian River Park. The park is about 90 acres of forest, which is divided by a Military Highway. The park has several hardwood trees, parks, and several trails. 

• Great bridge

Great Bridge is a community located in Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is named after the American Revolutionary War Battle of Great Bridge. The area is one of the historical places in Chesapeake; it’s home to Great Bridge Lock and the Great Bridge Lock Park. The Great Bridge neighborhood is an upper-middle-class area, with the majority of the workers earning an average income. The neighborhood is friendly and home to people from various ethnicities. Also, the neighborhood houses top-rated restaurants, schools, medical facilities, and more. The area holds several job opportunities, and it has several transportation systems for easy movement to and from work. 

• Pleasant Grove West

Pleasant Grove West is also one of the most livable neighborhoods in Chesapeake, Virginia. The neighborhood has affordable housing and top-rated schools.  It is an above-average income area. The crime rate in Pleasant Grove West is about 35% lower than in other areas in Virginia. The cost of living in the city is considerably lower than in other areas in Chesapeake. 

The neighborhood is located near the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife and the Dismal Swamp State Park. Pleasant Grove West has top-rated shopping malls such as Sentara, Walmart, and more. The area is peaceful and is home to people from various ethnicities.

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