Why this home stands out
What sets 1313 Virginia Street apart is how much daily life you can handle on foot. A grocery store is two-tenths of a mile away, a coffee shop is right around the corner, and a sit-down meal is never more than a short stroll. For a home this size, the walkability is genuinely impressive — and the compact footprint means lower utility costs and easier upkeep without sacrificing the comfort of three bedrooms.
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Franklin, Virginia sits in the southeastern corner of the state along the Blackwater River, and it carries the kind of unhurried, small-city character that's increasingly hard to find. The streets around Virginia Street feel established — mature trees, modest lots, neighbors who wave. Franklin is an independent city in Southampton County, and it punches above its weight for a community its size: a walkable downtown, a riverfront park, local restaurants with real personality, and a civic pride that shows up in maintained parks and community programming. Life here moves at a pace that feels deliberate rather than slow. If you're weighing Franklin homes for sale against larger Hampton Roads markets, the trade-off is real — you get more quiet, more community, and a genuine sense of place in exchange for the bustle of a bigger city.
What's nearby
Daily errands are genuinely easy from 1313 Virginia Street. Los Cerezos Latino Store is just 0.2 miles away for groceries, and Dollar General is under a mile for quick runs. When you want to eat out, Shugga's Place is practically next door at 0.1 miles, Wing is a short walk at 0.4 miles, and Fred's Restaurant rounds out the options at 0.7 miles. Coffee is covered by The Lighthouse Project at 0.2 miles, with Dunkin' and StoreHouse Coffee both nearby. Franklin Recreation Department is 0.4 miles out for outdoor time, Barrett's Landing Park offers riverfront access at 0.7 miles, and TaylorMade Fitness VA is under a mile for workouts.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is about 39 minutes from 1313 Virginia Street — a manageable commute that keeps you connected to base without paying city-center prices. A VA loan can make a home like this especially accessible, and Franklin's lower cost of living stretches a housing allowance further than most Hampton Roads zip codes. Three bedrooms, two baths, and a walkable block make it a practical fit for a small family or a solo service member.
For first-time buyers
At 1,011 square feet with three bedrooms and two baths, 1313 Virginia Street is sized right for a first purchase — enough room to live comfortably without overextending on a mortgage. The 1960 build gives it solid bones, and the walkable location means you're not dependent on a car for every errand. If you're exploring Franklin homes for sale as a first-time buyer, this address offers a low-pressure entry point into homeownership in a community that genuinely feels like home.
More buyer questions
How far is 1313 Virginia Street from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive from 1313 Virginia Street to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is approximately 39 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it within a reasonable daily commute range for personnel assigned there.
Is 1313 Virginia Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 1313 Virginia Street is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA designation for this specific parcel. Always review that data and discuss it with your agent before making a decision.
What is the lot and home size at 1313 Virginia Street?
The home offers 1,011 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two bathrooms, built in 1960 on a city lot in Franklin, Virginia.
Are there parks or outdoor spaces near 1313 Virginia Street?
Yes — Franklin Recreation Department is about 0.4 miles away, Barrett's Landing Park along the Blackwater River is 0.7 miles out, and there's even a dog park at Love's Travel Stops within the same distance.
Can a VA loan be used to purchase 1313 Virginia Street?
Eligible veterans and active-duty service members can typically use a VA loan on a single-family residential property like 1313 Virginia Street, subject to standard VA appraisal and eligibility requirements — a great option worth discussing with a VA-experienced lender.
Curious whether 1313 Virginia Street fits your next chapter? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Franklin well — reach out and let's talk through it.
