Why this home stands out
What sets 118 Sleepy Point Way apart is the combination of acreage and square footage that's genuinely rare inside a named Suffolk neighborhood. A 1.57-acre lot gives you breathing room, privacy, and outdoor flexibility that smaller suburban lots simply can't match — while the 4,151-square-foot floor plan means the inside keeps pace with the outside. Five bedrooms and five bathrooms across a single residential address is a configuration most buyers have to compromise on. Here, you don't.
SLEEPY POINT and the Suffolk real estate market
Sleepy Point is a quiet, established enclave in northern Suffolk where large lots and mature trees define the streetscape. Homes here were mostly built in the late 1980s and early 1990s, giving the neighborhood a cohesive, settled character that newer developments rarely achieve. Streets are low-traffic, neighbors tend to stay for years, and the overall feel is more rural retreat than suburban grid — even though you're well within reach of everyday conveniences. If you've been searching through houses for sale in Suffolk VA and wondering where the larger, more private parcels hide, Sleepy Point is one of the answers. Suffolk itself is one of the fastest-growing cities in Hampton Roads, with a land area larger than any other Virginia city and a lifestyle that balances genuine open space with solid regional connectivity. The western edge of the city puts you close to the Nansemond River corridor, and the broader community has a strong sense of place that long-time residents are proud of.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 118 Sleepy Point Way. Sleepy Hole Park sits just 0.6 miles away — it's a well-regarded Suffolk city park with athletic fields, a golf course, and open green space that makes weekend mornings genuinely enjoyable. When you're ready for a meal out, The Obici House is less than a mile down the road, offering a distinctive dining experience in a historic setting that locals return to regularly. You're also positioned with straightforward access to the retail and grocery corridors along Route 17 and Harbour View, so errands don't require a long drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is just 16 minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 20 minutes out — making 118 Sleepy Point Way a practical choice for service members assigned to either installation. A VA loan can make a home at this square footage and acreage more accessible than you might expect, and BAH rates for the Suffolk area have tracked well with northern Suffolk home values. Five bedrooms handles PCS moves with kids, guests, or a home office without any creative math.
For families upgrading
If your current home has started to feel like it's working against you — not enough bedrooms, no yard to speak of, walls that seem to close in on weekends — 118 Sleepy Point Way is the kind of address that solves multiple problems at once. Five bedrooms, over 4,100 square feet, and 1.57 acres give every member of the household genuine space. Sleepy Hole Park is a half-mile walk, and the neighborhood's low-traffic streets are the kind you actually let kids ride bikes on.
More buyer questions
How far is 118 Sleepy Point Way from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive is approximately 16 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient residential locations for personnel assigned to that installation.
How far is 118 Sleepy Point Way from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 20 minutes away, a commute that's very manageable from northern Suffolk.
What is the lot size at 118 Sleepy Point Way?
The property sits on 1.57 acres, which is notably generous for a neighborhood setting and provides substantial privacy and outdoor space.
Is 118 Sleepy Point Way in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation.
What parks and green spaces are near 118 Sleepy Point Way?
Sleepy Hole Park is just 0.6 miles from the front door, offering athletic fields, a golf course, and open recreational space maintained by the City of Suffolk.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Sleepy Point and the broader Suffolk market well. Reach out to get a straightforward conversation about this address and what it could mean for your next chapter.
