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3beds
1.1baths
1,410sqft
0days on market

117 Wilson Ave, Wakefield, VA 23888

New ListingResidential · built 1960 · ALL OTHERS AREA 71

About this home

Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home situated on a spacious 0.65-acre lot! Come inside you will find a freshly painted interior, new carpet throughout most of the home, and a spacious primary bedroom. The eat-in kitchen is full of character, featuring custom wood cabinetry, exposed beams, and a brick fireplace that creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. Additional interior features include French doors and built-in shelving. Outside you will find an attached carport which provides access to the home through the mudroom/laundry room. The home's exterior has also been recently painted, adding to its curb appeal. With its inviting features, recent updates, and spacious lot, this home has plenty to offer!

Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Renney · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659891

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1960

Price / sqft

$160

HOA

None

Taxes

$426/yr

County

Sussex County VA

MLS #

10659891

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,410
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd, Electric
Cooling
Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 71
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
3 Space, Carport, Off Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

117 Wilson Avenue sits in Wakefield, Virginia — a small, unhurried town in Sussex County. The home is a 1960-built, three-bedroom, single-family property with 1,410 square feet. Daily errands, local dining, and a gym are all within a short walk or quick drive. This is small-town Virginia living with real convenience built in.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 117 Wilson Avenue apart is its walkable position inside Wakefield's compact core. Groceries, a beloved regional diner, and a fitness center are all under a mile away. The 1960 construction gives the home solid bones and a floor plan that uses every square foot. A half-bath adds everyday practicality to the one full bath. The lot offers outdoor space without the upkeep burden of a sprawling property.

ALL OTHERS AREA 71 and the Wakefield real estate market

Wakefield is a small town in Sussex County, tucked into the agricultural heartland of southeastern Virginia. The streets here are quiet, the pace is easy, and neighbors tend to know each other by name. Wilson Avenue is a residential street with a mix of mid-century homes that give the block a settled, established feel. There are no big-box corridors nearby — just a walkable town center with local businesses doing steady work. Wakefield is best known beyond its borders for the Virginia Diner and the Wakefield Peanut Company, two institutions that draw visitors from across the region. The town itself is small enough that you can walk to most daily needs. Sussex County surrounds Wakefield with farmland and timber, giving the area an open, rural quality. For broader shopping or services, Emporia is about 20 minutes south on US-460, and the Hampton Roads metro is roughly an hour east. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Wakefield Virginia will find that this address puts you right in the middle of everything the town has to offer.

What's nearby

Wakefield Market is just 0.3 miles away for everyday grocery runs. Dollar General is 0.5 miles out and covers household basics in a pinch. The Wakefield Peanut Co LP, a regional landmark, is under a mile away. On the dining side, Virginia Diner is 0.3 miles — a true local institution worth knowing. Pino's Pizza & Restaurant and Q Daddy's Pitmaster BBQ are both within 0.4 miles for easy weeknight options. A 7-Eleven at 0.5 miles handles quick coffee or fuel stops. Wakefield Family Fitness rounds out the walkable lineup at 0.7 miles.

For different buyers

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms and a half-bath give you more space than most starter homes in this price range. The 1960 build means the layout is straightforward and easy to understand. Wakefield's walkable core keeps daily costs manageable. Anyone exploring homes for sale in Wakefield Virginia will notice that this address delivers square footage, a real yard, and town-center convenience — a combination that's hard to find at this scale.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes built in 1960 have a quality of construction that newer builds rarely match. The floor plan at 117 Wilson Avenue is practical and uncluttered — no wasted hallways, no awkward bonus rooms. The block itself has the kind of consistency that comes from decades of owner-occupied homes. If you value a home with history and a neighborhood with a genuine sense of place, Wilson Avenue is worth a serious look.

More buyer questions

How far is 117 Wilson Avenue from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive to Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is about 51 minutes under normal conditions. US-460 East is the primary route heading toward the Hampton Roads area.

What is the flood zone status for 117 Wilson Avenue?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Reviewing that section before making any decisions is a good idea.

Is there a garage at 117 Wilson Avenue?

Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough. The 1960-era construction is typical of homes with detached or carport-style parking in this part of Sussex County.

What grocery options are near 117 Wilson Avenue?

Wakefield Market is 0.3 miles away and is the closest full grocery option. Dollar General at 0.5 miles and the Wakefield Peanut Co LP at 0.9 miles round out the nearby options.

Where is Wakefield, Virginia located relative to larger cities?

Wakefield sits in Sussex County, about an hour west of Virginia Beach and roughly 20 minutes north of Emporia. Richmond is approximately 65 miles to the northwest via US-460.

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How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

  • ElementarySussex Central Elementary
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  • MiddleSussex Central Middle
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  • HighSussex Central
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VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51183C

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 51183C

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

88.8 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

67min·43.2mi

J7 Suffolk

Joint

40min·29.9mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

63min·39.4mi

Camp Peary

DoD

61min·36.5mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

71min·48.6mi

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

The numbers

Payment Calculator

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$1,269/mo

Principal & interest

$1,167

Property tax

$36

Home insurance

$66

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$180,000 – $315,250

The 3 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 3 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

128 Club DR · 0.5 mi · 1,456 sqft$315,250 sold 2026-03
10314 General Mahone HWY · 0.7 mi · 1,481 sqft$180,000 sold 2026-03
402 E Main ST · 0.7 mi · 1,298 sqft$244,000 sold 2026-10

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$225,000

Price / Sq Ft

$160

Annual Taxes

$426

Monthly Tax

$36

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.19%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 30, 2026$225,000—
Currently listed—$225,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Wakefield Assessor (Google)

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Market tempo

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Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 117 Wilson Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Sussex Central Elementary, Sussex Central Middle, Sussex Central. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 117 Wilson Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Does 117 Wilson Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 117 Wilson Ave built?+
It was built in 1960, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Renney · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659891

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117 Wilson Ave, Wakefield, Virginia 23888 · MLS #10659891 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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