Why this home stands out
New construction in 2024 means everything — mechanicals, roof, systems, finishes — is factory-fresh with no deferred maintenance surprises waiting around the corner. Five bedrooms and four full baths give you genuine flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest suite, room for a growing household, and still space left over. That combination of size, newness, and Suffolk pricing is genuinely hard to find.
BENNETTS PASTURE and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale translates into breathing room you simply don't find in the denser Hampton Roads markets. The 23435 zip code sits in the northern corridor of the city — closer to the Nansemond River and the Western Branch of the Elizabeth River than to downtown Suffolk, which gives the area a quieter, suburban feel without sacrificing access. Tree-lined streets, newer subdivisions, and a mix of established families and recent arrivals define the character here. Daily errands are easy: grocery runs, pharmacy stops, and quick dining options are all within a few miles. Commuters heading to the region's military installations or to Portsmouth and Chesapeake find that northern Suffolk offers reasonable drive times in most directions. Families comparing homes for sale in Suffolk often land here once they realize how much square footage and lot size they get relative to neighboring cities.
What's nearby
Day-to-day life around 1124 Erin Drive is well-served. The Factory, a local restaurant just 0.6 miles away, is the kind of neighborhood spot that becomes a regular Friday-night habit. Driver Trail, a gym only 0.7 miles out, makes it easy to keep a consistent workout routine without a long commute. Sleepy Hole Park — 0.9 miles away — offers green space, athletic fields, and a golf course, giving the whole household somewhere to decompress. Those three anchors alone cover dining, fitness, and outdoor recreation within a single mile of your front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is 17 minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is 18 minutes — both well within a comfortable daily commute. A VA loan pairs naturally with a 2024 build because there are no deferred-maintenance concerns that could complicate an appraisal. Five bedrooms handle PCS moves gracefully: space for a home office, a guest room for visiting family, and room for kids to spread out.
More buyer questions
How far is 1124 Erin Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive is approximately 17 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient residential locations for personnel assigned to that installation.
Is 1124 Erin Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23435 area.
What is the lot and property type at 1124 Erin Drive?
This is a single-family residential property built in 2024, offering 2,560 square feet across five bedrooms and four full baths in Suffolk, Virginia.
Are there parks or outdoor spaces near 1124 Erin Drive?
Sleepy Hole Park is less than a mile away and includes athletic fields and a golf course — a solid everyday outdoor option for the whole household.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 1124 Erin Drive?
Yes — as a 2024 new-construction single-family home, this property is a strong candidate for VA loan financing, which typically favors move-in-condition properties with no deferred maintenance issues.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk's northern corridor well. Reach out to get a straight answer on this address — no pressure, just facts.
