Why this home stands out
New construction in 2023 means you're getting a home with modern mechanicals, current energy codes, and zero deferred maintenance to inherit. The layout squeezes three bedrooms and two and a half baths into 1,592 square feet efficiently, and the location puts a Harris Teeter, a Starbucks, and Bennett's Creek Park all within a single mile. For buyers weighing Suffolk homes for sale, that combination of age, convenience, and base access is genuinely hard to replicate.
BENNETTS CREEK QUARTER and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is Virginia's largest city by land area — a place where suburban convenience and open space coexist in a way that's rare in Hampton Roads. The 23435 zip code sits in the northern corridor of Suffolk, close to the Chesapeake border, and it's one of the faster-growing pockets in the region. Streets here feel new because they largely are: the retail, the roads, and the residential development have all come together in roughly the same decade. You're far enough from the congestion of downtown Norfolk to exhale, but close enough to reach Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in about 18 minutes. Families comparing homes for sale in Suffolk often land in this zip because it threads the needle between city access and elbow room. The pace is unhurried without feeling remote, and the infrastructure — grocery, dining, fitness, green space — has caught up to the growth.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands barely require leaving the neighborhood. Harris Teeter is 0.8 miles out for a full grocery run, and Great Bottles sits right alongside it if you need something more curated. Einstein Bros. Bagels and Starbucks handle mornings, while Americas Hot Buffalo Wings and Subway cover quick lunches and dinners. For fitness, you've got three solid options within a mile: Burn Boot Camp, Hot Yoga Suffolk, and Kompan Fit. The real standout, though, is Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp at just 0.7 miles — a waterfront park with trails and water access that most neighborhoods can only wish for.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is 13 minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is reachable in about 18 — making 1000 Opal Street a practical choice for active-duty households. The 2023 build year means no surprise repairs eating into your BAH, and a VA loan fits this property type cleanly. Families comparing homes for sale in 23435 with base access will find this address checks both boxes without compromise.
For first-time buyers
A 2023 build in a growing Suffolk zip code means you're starting with a home that owes you nothing — no aging roof, no old HVAC, no mystery plumbing. At 1,592 square feet with three bedrooms and a half bath on the main level, the layout makes sense for everyday life. Buyers exploring homes for sale in Suffolk for the first time will appreciate that the nearby grocery, coffee, and park are all within walking distance.
More buyer questions
How far is 1000 Opal Street from NSA Northwest Annex?
The drive from 1000 Opal Street #100 to NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 13 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in Suffolk.
How far is 1000 Opal Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 18 minutes from this address, a commute that's very manageable for medical command personnel or contractors based there.
What schools serve 1000 Opal Street in Suffolk?
Buyers researching homes for sale zoned for Nansemond River High School and homes for sale zoned for Creekside Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Suffolk Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can shift — but this address has historically fallen within those zones.
Is 1000 Opal Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
Does 1000 Opal Street have an HOA?
Yes, this property is part of a homeowners association — HOA details including rules and any included amenities should be confirmed with the current listing documentation or directly with the association.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Suffolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on availability, access, and next steps for 1000 Opal Street #100.
