Why this home stands out
What sets 102 Ruby Court apart is its combination of a quiet cul-de-sac address and an almost absurdly convenient location. Groceries, coffee, fitness, and dining are all within half a mile, yet the street itself stays calm and residential. For a late-1990s build, the footprint is practical — three bedrooms and two full baths arranged across 1,618 square feet leaves little wasted space.
APPLEWOOD FARMS and the Suffolk real estate market
Ruby Court sits inside Suffolk, Virginia — one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast, yet one that still manages to feel grounded and unhurried in its residential pockets. The Centerbrooke Village corridor nearby gives this corner of Suffolk a suburban walkability that's relatively rare for the region: you can reach a Starbucks, a Food Lion, or a YMCA without touching a highway. Suffolk blends that low-key pace with genuine access to the broader Hampton Roads metro, sitting at the western edge where commuters fan out toward Chesapeake, Portsmouth, and Norfolk without fighting the worst of the tunnel traffic. The city has invested steadily in its downtown core and parks system, and the surrounding neighborhoods reflect a mix of long-time residents and newer arrivals drawn by the space and value the city offers compared to its denser neighbors. For a 3-bedroom home built in 1997, Ruby Court lands in a part of Suffolk that feels established — mature trees, familiar neighbors, and a street layout that actually ends in a court.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life flows easily from 102 Ruby Court. Suffolk's Smallest Park is just a tenth of a mile away — a charming local landmark worth a quick visit. Groceries are covered in multiple directions: Food Lion is 0.5 miles out, ALDI is under a mile, and Edible Arrangements is just 0.4 miles if you're celebrating something. For coffee, you have a Starbucks and a Wawa both within half a mile, plus a 7-Eleven at 0.3 miles for a quick stop. Wendy's and Ruby Tuesday are both 0.3 miles away for easy weeknight dinners. Staying active is straightforward too — the Suffolk Family YMCA is 0.4 miles out, with Anytime Fitness at 0.6 miles as a backup.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is roughly five minutes from the front door — about as close as a commute gets without living on base. That proximity makes 102 Ruby Court a natural fit for service members stationed there, and a VA loan can make the path to ownership here more accessible than many buyers expect. NSA Northwest Annex is also reachable in about 30 minutes for households with split assignments.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, two baths, and over 1,600 square feet in an established Suffolk neighborhood gives first-time buyers a genuinely livable starting point — not a starter home that you'll outgrow in two years. The cul-de-sac setting adds a layer of calm, and the walkable corridor nearby means you're not dependent on a car for every errand. It's a practical, comfortable entry into homeownership.
More buyer questions
How far is 102 Ruby Court from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 5 minutes from 102 Ruby Court by car, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
What is the flood zone status for 102 Ruby Court?
Flood zone information for 102 Ruby Court is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's exact parcel.
Is there an HOA at 102 Ruby Court?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents — check with your agent or the listing details for the most accurate information.
What grocery stores are near 102 Ruby Court in Suffolk?
Food Lion is about 0.5 miles away, ALDI is under a mile, and Edible Arrangements is 0.4 miles out — making grocery runs genuinely quick from this address.
How far is 102 Ruby Court from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 30 minutes from 102 Ruby Court, a manageable commute for service members or civilians assigned to that installation.
Curious whether 102 Ruby Court fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk well — reach out and get a straight answer.
