Why this home stands out
What sets 1317 Clay Street apart is its 1963 build quality — an era known for thick plaster walls, hardwood-friendly subfloors, and layouts designed around actual family living rather than open-plan trends. At 1,608 square feet across three bedrooms, there's genuine room to spread out without the sprawl of a newer build that demands constant upkeep. Franklin is a small city, and Clay Street sits right in the fabric of it.
ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market
Franklin, Virginia is a small independent city tucked along the Blackwater River in the western corner of Hampton Roads, and it carries the kind of unhurried pace that's genuinely hard to find this close to the broader metro. Clay Street sits within the established residential core of Franklin — a grid of mature trees, mid-century homes, and sidewalks that actually connect you somewhere. Neighbors here tend to know each other. The city's compact scale means you're never far from downtown Franklin, the riverfront, or the everyday services that make life run smoothly. Southampton County surrounds the city, giving the whole area a distinctly rural-meets-small-town character. For buyers searching for Franklin Virginia real estate who want a real neighborhood with roots rather than a subdivision built last year, Clay Street delivers exactly that kind of grounded, community-oriented setting.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy to manage from 1317 Clay Street. Downtown Franklin is just minutes away, putting local dining, city services, and the Blackwater River waterfront within easy reach. Grocery options, pharmacies, and general retail are all accessible within a short drive inside the city. Hunterdale Road and Route 58 connect you quickly to the broader region. For green space, the Blackwater River offers outdoor recreation close to home. The drive west toward Suffolk opens up additional shopping and dining, and Interstate 58 keeps you linked to the wider Hampton Roads corridor without a complicated commute.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is roughly 41 minutes from 1317 Clay Street — a manageable drive for the right assignment. Franklin's lower cost of living stretches a housing allowance further than most Hampton Roads zip codes, and a VA loan can make ownership here genuinely accessible. If you're weighing your options in the western Hampton Roads corridor, Franklin deserves a serious look.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 1317 Clay Street offers something valuable: a straightforward, three-bedroom single-family home in a real neighborhood with a 60-year track record of standing solid. Franklin's small-city setting means lower price points without sacrificing the fundamentals — a yard, a garage-ready lot, and a community that actually feels like one. It's a practical, grounded starting point.
More buyer questions
How far is 1317 Clay Street from Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk?
The drive from 1317 Clay Street to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is approximately 41 minutes under normal traffic conditions, primarily along Route 58 East.
What is the square footage and layout of 1317 Clay Street?
The home offers 1,608 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and one full bath, built on a single-family residential footprint dating to 1963.
Is 1317 Clay Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 1317 Clay Street is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the parcel.
What city and county does 1317 Clay Street fall under?
1317 Clay Street is located within the independent city of Franklin, Virginia — Franklin is its own jurisdiction and is not part of Southampton County, though the county surrounds it.
Are there sidewalks and walkable amenities near Clay Street in Franklin?
Clay Street sits in Franklin's established residential grid, which includes sidewalks connecting to downtown Franklin and everyday services within a short distance on foot or by car.
Ready to take a closer look at 1317 Clay Street? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's talk through what this home means for your next move.
