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River Walk Neighborhood Guide Chesapeake, VA
About
River Walk is a peaceful, family-friendly neighborhood in the busy city of Chesapeake, Virginia. The community is conveniently located off of Route 168, providing easy access to the rest of the region. It's nestled against the historic and scenic Elizabeth River, offering phenomenal views and outdoor activities. The neighborhood is known for its beautiful houses, lush parks, and a community pool and clubhouse.
What You Will Love about River Walk, Chesapeake, Virginia
- The charming riverfront views and tranquil environment that help you relax and unwind.
- The outdoor activities offered by the community, such as boating, fishing, and picnics by the river.
- The convenience of access to various shopping centers, restaurants, and other city amenities thanks to its proximity to Route 168.
What’s Nearby
River Walk has the advantage of being near the Greenbrier Shopping District, offering a range of retail and dining options. It's also a short drive from the Great Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, a haven for nature lovers. For the history buffs, the historic city of Portsmouth is not too far away.
Lifestyle
The lifestyle in River Walk is ideal for those who prefer a calm, suburban setting within a city. Residents get to enjoy the outdoors and the scenic river views, while also benefitting from the conveniences of city living. The neighborhood fosters a close-knit community spirit, making it a great place for families.
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Explore the Neighborhood
There are 13 restaurants and 2 grocery stores within a mile of the River Walk neighborhood.
Food LionRetail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.1 miles
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Aldi
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
1269 Cedar Rd
Gainsborough SquareRetail, Shopping Plaza
•1.6 miles
109 Gainsborough Sq
- Food Lion
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.1 miles
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Aldi
Retail, Food and Beverage Retail, Grocery Store
•1.6 miles
1269 Cedar Rd
Storybook BakeryDining and Drinking, Bakery, Dessert Shop
•0.6 miles
752 Dissdale Ln
- Soups Plus
Dining and Drinking, Dessert Shop, Restaurant, American Restaurant, Soup Spot
•1.0 mile
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Subway
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Deli, Fast Food Restaurant, Sandwich Spot
•1.0 mile
865 Great Bridge Blvd
- Royal China
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Asian Restaurant, Chinese Restaurant
•1.0 mile
865 Great Bridge Blvd
- Mister Jim's Submarines
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant
•1.0 mile
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- La Bella Pizza
Dining and Drinking, Restaurant, Pizzeria
•1.1 miles
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Family Dollar Store
Retail, Discount Store
•1.0 mile
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- 7-Eleven
Retail, Convenience Store
•1.1 miles
907 Great Bridge Blvd
- Las Gaviotas Pet Hotel
Business and Professional Services, Pet Service, Pet Grooming Service, Pet Sitting and Boarding Service, Retail, Pet Supplies Store
•1.3 miles
1149 New Mill Dr
- Gutter Works
Retail, Hardware Store
•1.3 miles
319 Great Bridge Blvd
- Tri-City Materials
Retail, Garden Center
•1.4 miles
1408 Cedar Rd
- Walgreens
Retail, Drugstore
•1.4 miles
1418 Cedar Rd
Creative World School - River WalkBusiness and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•0.9 miles
201 River Walk Pkwy
- Milestones Child Development Center
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•1.0 mile
700 Fernwood Farms Rd
- Vision Learning Center
Business and Professional Services, Child Care Service, Daycare
•1.0 mile
700 Fernwood Farms Rd
- Agnes Executive Barber Salon
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Barbershop
•1.0 mile
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Beauty Forever
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Hair Salon
•1.1 miles
910 Great Bridge Blvd
- Nail Elegance
Business and Professional Services, Health and Beauty Service, Nail Salon
•1.1 miles
910 Great Bridge Blvd
Rivercrest Community CenterSports and Recreation, Recreation Center
•0.7 miles
1001 River Walk Pkwy
Chesapeake Regional Lifestyle CenterSports and Recreation, Gym and Studio, Yoga Studio
•1.6 miles
800 Battlefield Blvd N
All About BikesRetail, Sporting Goods Retail, Bicycle Store
•1.6 miles
109 Gainsborough Sq
Chesapeake Campus LibraryCommunity and Government, Library
•1.4 miles
1428 Cedar Rd
- Chesapeake Fire Station #15
Community and Government, Government Building, Law Enforcement and Public Safety, Fire Station
•1.3 miles
1345 Bells Mill Rd
Chesapeake Regional Primary CareHealth and Medicine, Hospital
•1.5 miles
112 Gainsborough Sq
- Chesapeake Regional Healthcare
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.5 miles
736 Battlefield Blvd N
- Chesapeake Regional Medical Center
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.5 miles
736 Battlefield Blvd N
- Chesapeake General Hospital
Health and Medicine, Hospital
•1.6 miles
736 Battlefield Blvd N
River Walk Apartments and Rentals
28 Rental properties in River Walk, Chesapeake, VA.
Cost of Living
| Category | Compare to State Avg. | Compare to National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| housing | 36.7% | 15% |
| utilities | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| food | 4.4% | 0.4% |
| transportation | 1.1% | 3.1% |
| healthcare | 8.1% | 7% |
River Walk Demographics
River Walk Reviews
Busy Streets
No
Say 7 of 7 renters
Noise Late At Night
No
Say 7 of 7 renters
Area Has Litter
No
Say 7 of 7 renters
Area Has Potholes
No
Say 7 of 7 renters
Good Place To Raise A Family
Yes
Say 7 of 7 renters
Safe For Families
Yes
Say 7 of 7 renters
River Walk Transportation
Car-Dependent
Somewhat Bikeable
River Walk Schools
- 4/10
Grades 9-12 • Public
- 4/10
Grades 3-5 • Public
- NRNo Rating
Grades n/a • Public
- NRNo Rating
- NRNo Rating
Mount Lebanon Christian Academy
Grades PK, K-2 • Private
Neighborhoods Around River Walk
| Neighborhood | StudioAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Great BridgeNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| GreenbrierNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $2,514 | -- |
| RivercrestNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Oak GroveNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| LakewoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Cedar LakesNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Mill CreekNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Wilmund PlaceNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| CrestwoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| GreystoneNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Raleigh HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Las GaviotasNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Great Bridge AcresNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| South Norfolk HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 1 BedAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Great BridgeNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,199 | 4% |
| GreenbrierNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,737 | -- |
| RivercrestNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,322 | -- |
| Oak GroveNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,450 | 7% |
| LakewoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Cedar LakesNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Mill CreekNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Wilmund PlaceNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| CrestwoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| GreystoneNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Raleigh HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Las GaviotasNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Great Bridge AcresNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| South Norfolk HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 2 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Great BridgeNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,420 | 7% |
| GreenbrierNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,922 | -- |
| RivercrestNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,525 | -- |
| Oak GroveNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,525 | 3% |
| LakewoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Cedar LakesNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Mill CreekNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Wilmund PlaceNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| CrestwoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| GreystoneNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Raleigh HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Las GaviotasNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Great Bridge AcresNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| South Norfolk HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Neighborhood | 3 BedsAvg Rent | Annual Change |
|---|---|---|
| Great BridgeNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $1,819 | 11% |
| GreenbrierNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $2,007 | -- |
| RivercrestNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | $2,616 | -- |
| Oak GroveNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| LakewoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Cedar LakesNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Mill CreekNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Wilmund PlaceNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| CrestwoodNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| GreystoneNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Raleigh HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Las GaviotasNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| Great Bridge AcresNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |
| South Norfolk HeightsNeighborhood in Chesapeake, Virginia | -- | -- |