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$610,000
$122 / sqft · est. $3,672/mo →
6beds
3.2baths
5,000sqft
1days on market

128 Brewer Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434

New ListingResidential · built 1922 · OLD TOWN SUFFOLK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1922

Price / sqft

$122

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,953/yr

County

Suffolk VA

MLS #

10651472

Interior

Bedrooms
6
Full baths
3
Half baths
2
Approx. sqft
5,000
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
13
Other rooms
Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Pantry, Porch, Spare Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Security Sys, Satellite Dish, Water Softener

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Metal,Slate
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Programmable Thermostat, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.5800
Subdivision
OLD TOWN SUFFOLK
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car, Carport, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Historical District

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

About this home

Suffolk's West End Historic District doesn't just tolerate old houses — it insists on them. This 1922 Colonial Revival holds its own: true brick, not veneer, under a real slate roof, with a front portico framed by Tuscan columns that's been announcing this address for over a century. It was built to impress on purpose. James L. Bell, whose Bell Hosiery Mill was in the old Factory District, spared nothing in putting this house together- the Historical Society still describes it as built with "the finest of everything." Then the Depression took the mill, and the house moved on to the Ponds, one of the families behind Suffolk's peanut trade, and later to the Januarys, whose menswear store dressed downtown Suffolk for generations. A mill man, a peanut family, a clothier — three of the city's best-known names, one address. What each left behind isn't in the listing photos. It's move-in ready with numerous updates and upgrades. Come see it for yourself — the rest of the story is better told standing in the front hall than read in an ad.

Listing courtesy of Stefan Svetiev · Swell Realty Co · REIN MLS #10651472

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 128 Brewer Avenue — a six-bedroom, century-old Suffolk residence with over 5,000 square feet of living space, three full baths, two half baths, and an address that puts Joint Staff J7 Suffolk literally around the corner. Big history, bigger footprint.

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See all Suffolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23434, homes for sale zoned for King's Fork High School, and homes for sale zoned for Elephant's Fork Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Suffolk — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Downtown Suffolk homes for sale, Suffolk waterfront homes for sale, Suffolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Suffolk.

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Why this home stands out

Properties built in 1922 rarely survive a century with enough square footage to house a modern family comfortably — 128 Brewer Avenue does both. At 5,000 square feet across six bedrooms, this is the kind of home that absorbs a full household and still has room left over for a home office, a guest suite, or whatever your life actually requires. The 1922 bones bring character that new construction simply cannot replicate.

OLD TOWN SUFFOLK and the Suffolk real estate market

Suffolk is Virginia's largest city by land area, and that scale translates into a lifestyle that feels genuinely unhurried without being remote. The streets around Brewer Avenue sit in an established part of the city where mature trees and older homes give the block a settled, rooted quality. Downtown Suffolk — with its independent restaurants, the Nansemond River waterfront, and the Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts — is only a short drive away. Families comparing homes for sale in Suffolk will notice that this corridor offers quick access to Route 58 and the bypass, making the rest of Hampton Roads reachable without the congestion of denser urban cores. Suffolk's mix of small-city character and genuine open space is a combination that is increasingly hard to find across the region.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy here. Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is essentially a one-minute drive — as close to on-base as off-base living gets. Grocery runs, pharmacy stops, and hardware store visits are all handled along the Route 58 and Bridge Road corridors within ten to fifteen minutes. The Constant's Wharf area and downtown Suffolk dining are a short hop for evenings out. Peanut Festival grounds and Lone Star Lakes Park give outdoor options year-round. NSA Northwest Annex is reachable in roughly 34 minutes for households with dual-base assignments.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

One minute from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is about as dialed-in as a commute gets. For active-duty households weighing VA loan options and trying to minimize drive time without sacrificing square footage, 128 Brewer Avenue is a rare find — six bedrooms absorb PCS moves, visiting family, and remote-work setups without anyone feeling squeezed. NSA Northwest Annex is also within a manageable 34-minute drive for dual-assignment households.

For buyers drawn to character

A home built in 1922 carries a century of craftsmanship that modern builds rarely match. If you are drawn to original architectural details, thick walls, and the kind of proportions that only older construction delivers, 128 Brewer Avenue speaks your language. Five thousand square feet means you can restore and personalize at your own pace — there is genuine room to make this home exactly what you want it to be.

More buyer questions

How far is 128 Brewer Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately one minute away — the base is essentially at the end of the street, making this one of the shortest possible off-base commutes in the region.

How far is 128 Brewer Avenue from NSA Northwest Annex?

NSA Northwest Annex is roughly a 34-minute drive from 128 Brewer Avenue, manageable for households with a dual-base assignment or a secondary duty station.

What school zone does 128 Brewer Avenue fall in?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for King's Fork High School and homes for sale zoned for Elephant's Fork Elementary School should confirm current Suffolk Public Schools zoning directly with the district, as boundaries can change between listing cycles.

Is 128 Brewer Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance considerations.

Does 128 Brewer Avenue have an HOA?

Based on available data, this property is not part of a mandatory homeowners association, though buyers should verify with their agent during due diligence.

Ready to walk through 128 Brewer Avenue? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk homes for sale inside and out — reach out and let's get you through the door.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Explore this neighborhood

Downtown Suffolk

Downtown Suffolk, known historically as Old Town, is the walkable, tree-lined heart of the city, centered along West Washington Street and North Main Street near the head of navigation of the Nansemond River.

$255K

Median sale · 12 mo

$169

Sold $/sq ft

31d

Days on market

14

For sale now

$54K

HH income

46.2%

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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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$3,672/mo

Principal & interest

$3,165

Property tax

$329

Home insurance

$178

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

$465,000 – $1,000,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 2 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

506 Dumville AVE · 0.4 mi · 4,362 sqft$650,000 sold 2026-05
109 Bosley AVE · 0.3 mi · 4,358 sqft$649,900 under contract
216 Pinner ST · 0.7 mi · 4,705 sqft$635,000 new listing

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$610,000

Price / Sq Ft

$122

Annual Taxes

$3,953

Monthly Tax

$329

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.65%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 28, 2026$610,000—
Currently listed—$610,000—

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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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 128 Brewer Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Elephant's Fork Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.2/10), King`s Fork Middle, Kings Fork. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 128 Brewer 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 128 Brewer Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 128 Brewer Ave built?+
It was built in 1922, per the listing record.

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The people

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128 Brewer Ave, Suffolk, Virginia 23434 · MLS #10651472 · 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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