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3beds
1.1baths
1,056sqft
16days on market

1215 Lake Kennedy Dr, Suffolk, VA 23434

Under ContractResidential · built 1971 · LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1971

Price / sqft

$189

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,197/yr

County

Suffolk VA

MLS #

10650034

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,056
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2600
Subdivision
LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Carport
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Bank Repo, Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer, Govt Owned, Spec Warranty Deed

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

About this home

Welcome to this charming ranch-style single-family home offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths on a spacious 0.26-acre lot. With over 1,000 square feet of living space, this property offers plenty of potential for the buyer looking to bring their vision to life. The home needs TLC and is an excellent opportunity for renovation-minded buyers, investors, or those looking to customize a home to their own taste. Conveniently situated on a generous lot with room to create your ideal outdoor space. Bring your ideas and unlock the potential this property has to offer! Call for more information and to schedule your tour!

Listing courtesy of Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10650034

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1215 Lake Kennedy Drive sits on a quarter-acre lot in Lake Kennedy Estates, a quiet Suffolk neighborhood three minutes from Joint Staff J7. The 1971 ranch-style home offers 1,056 square feet, three bedrooms, and a half-bath alongside the full bath — solid bones on a generous lot.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive apart is the combination of lot size and location. At 0.26 acres in an established Suffolk neighborhood, you get real outdoor space — room to breathe, garden, or simply spread out — without the long commute. The 1971 construction means mature landscaping, wider lots, and a street character that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Three minutes to Joint Staff J7 is genuinely hard to beat.

LAKE KENNEDY ESTATES and the Suffolk real estate market

Lake Kennedy Estates is one of Suffolk's quieter residential pockets — the kind of neighborhood where lots are generous, streets are calm, and neighbors tend to stay for years. Developed primarily in the late 1960s and early 1970s, the area has a settled, established feel that gives it real character. Suffolk itself is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale translates to a lifestyle that blends suburban comfort with easy access to nature, local dining, and regional employment corridors. If you're browsing Suffolk homes for sale and value elbow room over density, this zip code consistently delivers. The city has invested steadily in parks, recreation, and infrastructure, and the surrounding Nansemond County heritage gives the area a distinct identity that sets it apart from the more urbanized Hampton Roads cities to the east.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely convenient from 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive. Cypress Park is just 0.4 miles away — an easy walk for an afternoon outside — and JFK Athletic Complex is half a mile down the road, great for pickup games or weekend activity. Joyner Park rounds out the green space options at under a mile. For dining, Derl'z Restaurant & Pub is 0.7 miles away and a solid neighborhood spot, with Domino's Pizza close behind at 0.9 miles. Fitness is covered by both Triple T Sports Center and Planet Fitness, both within a mile. The nearby commercial stretch along the corridor keeps errands close to home.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is literally three minutes from your front door — that's not a selling point, that's a lifestyle upgrade. For military families weighing a VA loan purchase, the commute math is simple. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about 32 minutes east, keeping dual-military households in range of both installations. Lake Kennedy Estates is the kind of neighborhood where military families tend to put down roots rather than just pass through.

For first-time buyers

Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Lakeland High School and homes for sale zoned for Nansemond Parkway Elementary School will find 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive squarely in that attendance zone. The 0.26-acre lot gives kids room to play, the neighborhood streets are calm, and the three-bedroom layout handles a growing household. For buyers stepping into homeownership, this address offers a manageable footprint with real outdoor space — a combination that's increasingly rare among homes for sale in 23434.

More buyer questions

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

The drive is approximately 3 minutes — Joint Staff J7 is one of the closest major installations to this address in the region. For active-duty personnel assigned there, the proximity is a genuine daily-life advantage.

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

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 32 minutes east via US-58 and I-664. That's a manageable commute for shipyard-assigned personnel, and the route is well-traveled by Hampton Roads commuters.

What is the lot size at 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive?

The lot is 0.26 acres — a quarter-acre-plus footprint that is notably generous for an in-town Suffolk address. It provides meaningful outdoor space front and back compared to newer, tighter subdivisions.

Is 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Review that section for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Are there parks near 1215 Lake Kennedy Drive?

Yes — Cypress Park is 0.4 miles away, JFK Athletic Complex is 0.5 miles, and Joyner Park is under a mile. The concentration of green space within easy walking or biking distance is one of the neighborhood's quiet strengths.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Lake Kennedy Estates and the broader Suffolk market well. Reach out to get honest, local insight on this address and what it means for your next move.

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Schools

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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

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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.

$264K

Median sale · 12 mo

$188

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

8

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

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Military Commute

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The numbers

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Estimate your monthly payment

$1,279/mo

Principal & interest

$1,038

Property tax

$183

Home insurance

$58

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$215,000 – $252,000

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
1208 White Marsh RD · 0.7 mi · 1,206 sqft$218,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$200,000

Price / Sq Ft

$189

Annual Taxes

$2,197

Monthly Tax

$183

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.10%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 19, 2026$200,000—
Currently listed—$200,000—

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Suffolk Real Estate Assessor

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1215 Lake Kennedy Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Nansemond Parkway Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.3/10), John F. Kennedy Middle (VaHome School Score 3.2/10), Lakeland (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). 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.

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1215 Lake Kennedy Dr, Suffolk, Virginia 23434 · MLS #10650034 · 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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