Why this home stands out
What sets 1362 White Marsh Road apart is the combination of a generous half-acre lot, nearly 1,900 square feet of living space, and a build year that puts real architectural character behind every wall — all within a three-minute drive of Joint Staff J7 Suffolk. You're getting land, history, and convenience in a package that's genuinely hard to replicate at this scale in Suffolk today.
ALL OTHERS AREA 62 and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast, and that scale translates into a lifestyle that feels distinctly unhurried compared to the denser corridors of Hampton Roads. The ALL OTHERS AREA 62 designation covers a broad swath of Suffolk's residential fabric — the kind of area where half-acre lots are the norm, neighbors know each other, and the pace of daily life has a little more room to breathe. If you've been searching through homes for sale in Suffolk Virginia and keep running into tight lots and cookie-cutter layouts, this part of the city tends to offer a refreshing alternative. Suffolk itself sits at the western edge of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Nansemond River and surrounded by farmland, wetlands, and historic corridors that give the area genuine regional identity. City amenities — a growing downtown, medical facilities, and major retail corridors along Route 58 — are all within easy reach, while the residential streets maintain a quieter, more grounded character.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 1362 White Marsh Road. E-Z Food Mart & Deli, which also serves Krispy Krunchy Chicken, is just half a mile away — a quick stop for grab-and-go meals, snacks, or basics without getting on a major road. Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is a three-minute drive, making the morning commute genuinely simple. For larger grocery runs, pharmacy needs, or a broader retail selection, Route 58 is the main commercial spine of Suffolk and puts a full range of options within a short drive in either direction.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Three minutes to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk makes 1362 White Marsh Road about as convenient as it gets for personnel assigned to that installation. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 34 minutes out — manageable for a dual-military household or a future reassignment. A VA loan can make a half-acre property like this one especially accessible, and BAH rates in the Suffolk area have historically supported this price tier well.
For families upgrading
Half an acre in Suffolk means room for a real backyard — space for a garden, a playset, a fire pit, or simply the kind of outdoor breathing room that townhome living never quite delivers. The 1936 build year brings with it the solid construction and architectural details that newer houses for sale in Suffolk Virginia often lack, while the three-bedroom, two-bath layout gives a growing household the functional footprint it needs.
More buyer questions
How far is 1362 White Marsh Road from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately a three-minute drive from 1362 White Marsh Road, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 1362 White Marsh Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly 34 minutes from 1362 White Marsh Road via the primary highway corridors, a commute that many Hampton Roads households consider very workable.
What is the lot size at 1362 White Marsh Road?
The lot is half an acre, which is a notably generous footprint for a residential property in this part of Suffolk and provides meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 1362 White Marsh Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
When was 1362 White Marsh Road built?
The home was built in 1936, giving it nearly nine decades of structural history and the kind of period construction details — thicker walls, distinct trim work, original proportions — that set older homes apart from modern builds.
Curious whether 1362 White Marsh Road fits your timeline and goals? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Suffolk well — reach out and let's talk through it.
