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1215 Lake Kennedy DR, SUFFOLK VA 23434 - Main photo
$240,000
$227 / sqft · est. $1,438/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,056sqft
246days on market

1215 Lake Kennedy Dr, Suffolk, VA 23434

Off MarketResidential · built 1971 · LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Step into this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath rancher nestled in the peaceful Lake Kennedy Estates neighborhood. Thoughtfully updated in 2023, this move-in ready home features fresh paint, new carpet, and brand-new appliances throughout — simply unpack and enjoy. The bright and airy living room offers generous space for both relaxed evenings and lively gatherings, while the open layout creates an effortless flow from room to room that suits everyday living and entertaining alike. Outside, a fully fenced backyard provides some privacy and room to play, complete with a storage shed for all your extras. Beyond the front door, you'll love the unbeatable location — just minutes from downtown Suffolk, major interstate access, and an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Renovated. Move-in ready. Perfectly located. Schedule your showing today!

Listing courtesy of Angela Lee · Coldwell Banker Traditions LLC · REIN MLS #10603761

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

1215 Lake Kennedy Drive is a 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath ranch-style home on a quarter-acre lot in Lake Kennedy Estates, Suffolk — a quiet, established neighborhood just minutes from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk and a short drive to Norfolk Naval Shipyard.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1971, this 1,056-square-foot home sits on 0.26 acres in one of Suffolk's more low-key, tree-lined communities. The lot gives you genuine outdoor space without the upkeep of a sprawling estate, and the single-level layout means everything you need is on one floor. Proximity to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk — literally three minutes away — makes this address hard to beat for anyone assigned to that installation.

LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES and the Suffolk real estate market

Lake Kennedy Estates is a well-established residential neighborhood in Suffolk, Virginia, where the pace is unhurried and the lots are generously sized compared to newer developments. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and the community has a settled, comfortable character that newer subdivisions simply haven't had time to develop yet. If you're searching for sale suffolk va, this neighborhood often flies under the radar — which is part of its appeal. Suffolk itself is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, blending small-city convenience with genuine open space. You're well inside city limits here, so you get municipal services and easy access to major corridors, but the neighborhood itself feels removed from the bustle. The city has been growing steadily, bringing more dining, retail, and infrastructure investment while still holding onto the unhurried character that draws people here in the first place.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive. E-Z Food Mart & Deli / Krispy Krunchy Chicken is just 0.7 miles away for quick stops, and Ding Wing — pulling double duty as both a food spot and a go-to for wings — is about a mile out. JFK Athletic Complex is only half a mile away, making it genuinely walkable for an afternoon at the park, and Cypress Park is just 0.7 miles in the other direction. Georgia Partners Cold Storage rounds out the nearby options at under a mile. You won't need to travel far for the basics.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

If you're stationed at Joint Staff J7 Suffolk, the commute from 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive is essentially three minutes — no highway, no stress. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is reachable in about 32 minutes. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and your BAH in the Suffolk area aligns well with what this price range typically looks like. Single-level living with a real yard is a practical setup for a military household.

For first-time buyers

A single-story, three-bedroom home on a quarter-acre lot in an established Suffolk neighborhood is a solid entry point into homeownership. The 1,056-square-foot layout is manageable — easy to maintain, easy to understand, and easy to make your own. Lake Kennedy Estates has the kind of quiet, residential feel that makes a first home feel like a real home rather than a starter box. If you're looking at a house for sale suffolk va for the first time, this address deserves a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 3 minutes from 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.

How far is 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 32 minutes from this address, a manageable commute for personnel assigned there.

What is the lot size at 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive?

The lot is 0.26 acres, giving you a meaningful outdoor footprint in a neighborhood where properties tend to have real yard space.

Is 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive part of an HOA?

Based on available information for Lake Kennedy Estates, there is no HOA associated with this address — but it's always worth confirming during the transaction process.

Are there flood zone concerns at 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive?

Flood zone status for this property is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Curious whether 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk well — reach out and get a straight answer.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1971

Price / sqft

$227

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,470/yr

County

Suffolk VA

MLS #

10603761

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,056
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR
Interior features
Window Treatments
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Security Sys

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump,Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2600
Approx. acres
0.26
Subdivision
LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Carport, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510156

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

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

Explore this neighborhood

Hollywood

Hollywood is an established residential neighborhood in Suffolk, Virginia, located just northeast of Downtown Suffolk in the 23434 area near East Washington Street.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$184

Sold $/sq ft

24d

Days on market

6

For sale now

$61K

HH income

48.9%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

Run the real carrying cost

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

$1,438/mo

Principal & interest

$1,245

Property tax

$123

Home insurance

$70

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

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$163,500 – $274,900

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

926 Diggs CT · 0.5 mi · 1,053 sqft$215,000 sold 2026-07
1010 Truman RD · 0.4 mi · 1,100 sqft$229,000 sold 2026-03
1304 Shelton CT · 0.5 mi · 947 sqft$163,500 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$240,000

Price / Sq Ft

$227

Annual Taxes

$1,470

Monthly Tax

$123

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.61%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 30, 2025$240,000—
Currently listed—$240,000—

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:

Suffolk Real Estate Assessor

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1215 Lake Kennedy Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Nansemond Parkway Elementary (GreatSchools 7/10), John F. Kennedy Middle (GreatSchools 7/10), Lakeland (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1215 Lake Kennedy Dr 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 1215 Lake Kennedy Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1215 Lake Kennedy Dr built?+
It was built in 1971, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Angela Lee · Coldwell Banker Traditions LLC · REIN MLS #10603761

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1215 Lake Kennedy Dr, Suffolk, Virginia 23434 · MLS #10603761 · 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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