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$551,092$183 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $540,000 on Sep 22, 2025

3231 BENTHAM LN

CHESAPEAKE, VA 23321
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,012 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$551K
$529K low$573K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$540,000 · Sep 22, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,021 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$497,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$332,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$492,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$497,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
19
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCHESAPEAKE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckShed · 144 ft²Patio · 282 ft²Porch · 28 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Western Branch High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Western Branch Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Western Branch Primary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi

District: Chesapeake City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23321These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,912
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,420 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,100
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,739
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

3231 Bentham Ln measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 83% of homes in Chesapeake 23321
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Chesapeake city County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Chesapeake 23321
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Chesapeake 23321

What homes are worth in Chesapeake 23321

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$162K$757K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Chesapeake 23321.

How it measures up in Chesapeake 23321

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chesapeake 23321.

Estimated value$551,092
CheaperTypical $393,831Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$183
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area3,012 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,870 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 3231 Bentham Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChesapeake 23321Chesapeake city County
Estimated valuepricier than$551,09283% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18324% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than3,012 ft²88% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac55% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than199668% of homes66% of homes

About 3231 Bentham Ln

How much is 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA is $551,092 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $529,468 to $572,716. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA last sell?

3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA last sold on Sep 22, 2025 for $540,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA?

3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,012 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA built?

3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA?

3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA is assigned to Western Branch High School (high), rated C+; Western Branch Middle School (middle), rated B+; Western Branch Primary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Chesapeake City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA compare to other homes in Chesapeake 23321?

Among the 12,927 homes in Chesapeake 23321, it is worth more than 83% of them ($551,092 against a typical $393,831), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($183 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 88% of them (3,012 ft² against a typical 1,870 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1996 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Chesapeake city County, it is worth more than 74% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3231 Bentham Ln, Chesapeake, VA was $5,021. The county assessed it at $497,100.

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