NSWC Dam Neck Division, VA - Nearby Cities

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Virginia Beach is a city located in Virginia located near the Atlantic Ocean and is the most populous city in Virginia. It is the largest city in the United States with a population of 440,000 people. The city is a resort city with lots of hotels, motels, and restaurants stretching along the beach area. It is also home to two universities and a large number of corporations. Located just 67 miles from the NSWC Dam Neck Division, the town provides a thriving community for those looking to relocate to the area.

    Homes for sale in the area start at $235,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Rental properties such as apartments are also available starting at a monthly rent of $695 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For those visitors looking for temporary lodging, local hotels such as the Cavalier Hotel and the Doubletree Hotel Virginia Beach offer accommodations such as high speed internet and complimentary breakfasts. Nightly rates start at $79.

    Local attractions include the Ocean Breeze Waterpark which is Virginia's only waterpark and is open from May through September each year. The park offers 16 waterslides, and a million gallon Runaway Bay wave pool as well as a water playground and poolside cabanas. The mat slides allow slide races between friends and even allows parents and children to ride together down the thrill slides on a mat that increases the traveling speed. From innertubes to free slides, the park has something for each family member to enjoy.

    Chesapeake, VA
    Chesapeake has many forests, wetlands, and picturesque parks as well as more urban areas of development. Located just 66 miles from NSWC Dam Neck Division, the city offers pristine country living within an easy commute of the military installation. Several professional baseball players call Chesapeake home, such as the New York Mets' third baseman, David Wright. Even NASCAR driver, Ricky Rudd, was raised here.

    Homes for sale in the area start at $400,000 for a 4 bedroom, 2 bath residence. Apartments and homes for rent are also available for a monthly starting rate of $749 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Local hotels provide temporary lodging for visitors. Such accommodations include the Comfort Suites and Hampton Inn which offer a nightly rate starting at $101 and include complimentary breakfast, free high-speed internet, and on-site swimming pools.

    Major attractions in the area include the Chesapeake Arboretum and the Chesapeake Planetarium which charges no admission fee. Family fun can be found at the Fun Forest and the Chiller Ponds skating rink which also offers free skating to kids. If beach fun is more what you're looking for, the Virginia Beach is a short drive away offering picturesque views and amazing sunsets.

    Norfolk, VA
    Norfolk is home to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization's headquarters. It is also home to the Norfolk Naval Base and only 52 miles from the NWSC Dam Neck Division. With its close ties to the military community, Norfolk offer many miles of waterfront property for those seeking to settle down in a nearby community.

    Homes for sale in the area start at $240,000 for a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home with 1000 square feet. Rental homes and apartments are also available with monthly rates starting at $700 for a 3 bedroom, 1 bath rental home. Hotels such as the Holiday Inn and Quality Inn Suites offer nightly rates of $136 and up for those seeking more temporary accommodations.

    With a waterfront location showcasing ships and ferries moving in and out of the harbor, Norfolk offers many major attractions to entertain visitors of all ages. The historic Battleship Wisconsin is docked in the harbor, and the city is home to the Nauticus which offers destroyer battle simulations and complete ship tours. Norfolk is home to many museums with historic exhibits of the area and surrounding communities.

    Portsmouth, VA
    Portsmouth was originally established as a shipbuilding community after King James I of England issued a land grant for its development. Today, it is home to the Norfolk Naval Shipyard that builds and repairs all types of Navy ships. Located just 54 miles from the NSWC Dam Neck Division, the town is a picturesque location that sits on the harbor and offers boating access and transportation to visitors and residents alike.

    Homes for sale in the area start at $199,000 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1500 square feet. Rentals are also available with monthly rates starting at $925 for a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bath home rental. For temporary accommodations, local hotels such as the Comfort Inn and the Quality Inn offer nightly rates of $69 and up.

    Portsmouth offers daily tours of the historic Naval Shipyard and the first Navy Hospital. Turn-of-the century homes have been preserved for visitors' sightseeing pleasure. The Pass House and the Hill House are two families who have antique collection that over a 150 years old and have been preserved in their original condition. The area is rich in area attractions that give visitors a glimpse into the colorful past.

    Hampton, VA
    Hampton is home to the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel which was first opened in 1957 and was the world's first bridge-tunnel. It crosses the channel to the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic Ocean providing the east coast with access to the harbor. The city is also home to Langley Air Force Base and is located just 36 miles from the NSWC Dam Neck Division. Hampton is the sixth most populous city in Virginia.

    Homes for sale in the area start at $199,900 for a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with 1800 square feet. Rentals in the area are also available starting at $620 for a 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. For a monthly rate of $825, a family can rent a 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath unit. Hotels in the area such as the Holiday Inn and the Embassy Suites offer temporary lodging for a nightly rate of $103 and up.

    Hampton is located near the harbor offering boat tours and fishing excursions for visitors. Casemate Museum at Fort Monroe offers visitors a look at Hampton Roads' military history in the area. The town is home to the Virginia Air & Space Center with exhibits highlighting adventures in space.