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3beds
2.1baths
2,900sqft
$264per sqft
8days on market

1582 Adams Dr, Suffolk, VA 23436

ActiveResidential · built 1975 · 0.62 acres · SLEEPY LAKE · MLS #10658935

OverviewAbout this home

Discover lakeside living on Sleepy Lake! Nestled on a cul-de-sac amid mature landscaping and beautiful gardens this custom built 1 owner 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Suffolk home offers comfort, character, and scenic views. Hardwood floors extend throughout except in the kitchen and baths, while cathedral ceilings create an airy, inviting den. The kitchen features granite countertops, full height backsplash, and under-cabinet lighting. A finished basement offers flexible space for entertaining, hobbies, or a home office. Sip morning coffee on the screened-in porch or unwind on the expansive deck overlooking the lake and gardens. Irrigation and custom LED exterior landscape lighting enhance the outdoor setting. Highlights include Andersen windows and doors, HVAC replaced June 2026 with a transferable warranty, water heater 2 years old, insulated garage door. Septic inspected and pumped in spring 2025. A Must See!

Listing courtesy of Heather Bass · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10658935

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Lake.

Frontage

Lake ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

TypeResidential
Year built1975
Price / sqft$264
HOANone
Taxes$5,680/yr
CountySuffolk VA
WaterfrontYes
MLS #10658935

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,900
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Screened Porch, Utility Closet, Workshop
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys
Accessibility
Casement/Crank Windows, Grab bars, Hallways 42 IN plus, Handheld Showerhead, Levered Door, Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Lake

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
16+ SEER A/C, Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.6200
Subdivision
SLEEPY LAKE
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Oversized Gar, 4 Space, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1582 Adams Drive is a 2,900-square-foot, three-bedroom home in Suffolk, Virginia, built in 1975. The lot sits in a quiet pocket of the city with everyday conveniences less than a mile away. NSA Hampton Roads is about 20 minutes out. Suffolk homes for sale at this size and era are a rare find.

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Why this home stands out

At 2,900 square feet, this 1975-built home gives you genuine room to spread out. Three bedrooms and two and a half baths means the layout works for a range of daily routines. The bones of a mid-century build — solid construction, generous room proportions — pair well with modern updates over time. Homes this size in Suffolk tend to sit on established lots with mature trees and real yard depth, and 1582 Adams Drive fits that pattern.

SLEEPY LAKE and the Suffolk real estate market

Adams Drive sits in a low-traffic residential pocket of northern Suffolk. The streets here are quiet, and the lots tend to be generous. Neighbors are spread out enough that you get breathing room, but close enough that it still feels like a community. The area has an established, unhurried character that sets it apart from newer subdivisions. Suffolk itself is one of the largest cities by land area in Virginia. That size means you get genuine variety — from rural stretches to walkable commercial corridors — all within one jurisdiction. Getting around is easy. Route 17 and US-58 are both accessible within minutes, connecting you north toward Chesapeake and east toward Norfolk. Downtown Suffolk has a growing restaurant and arts scene worth exploring on weekends.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from 1582 Adams Drive. Sundries Fresh Market and Bakery is 0.7 miles out and covers fresh groceries and baked goods in one stop. Jeb's Market is just 0.9 miles away for a quick run. When you want to eat out, Country Boys Barbeque, SNACK SHACK, INC, and Amici's at Village Market are all within 0.7 miles. Parched Coffee and Beverages on Eclipse Drive is also 0.7 miles away — a solid spot to start the morning before heading out.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

NSA Hampton Roads is about 20 minutes from 1582 Adams Drive, and MARFORCOM Norfolk is roughly 22 minutes out. Both are reachable without highway stress. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Suffolk, and the home's size means you can settle in without needing to reconfigure the layout right away. Worth a close look if you're weighing options near either installation.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1975 build at 2,900 square feet has something newer construction rarely delivers — room proportions that feel intentional, a lot that's had decades to mature, and a streetscape with actual trees. If you're comparing character-forward options and came across homes for sale zoned for King's Fork High School or homes for sale zoned for Oakland Elementary School, this address lands in that zone. The structure gives you a strong starting point for making it your own.

More buyer questions

How far is 1582 Adams Drive from NSA Hampton Roads?

NSA Hampton Roads is about 20 minutes from 1582 Adams Drive under normal traffic conditions. MARFORCOM Norfolk is roughly 22 minutes in the same general direction.

What is the square footage of 1582 Adams Drive?

The home measures 2,900 square feet. It has three bedrooms and two and a half baths.

Is 1582 Adams Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

Where is the nearest grocery store to 1582 Adams Drive?

Sundries Fresh Market and Bakery is 0.7 miles away, and Jeb's Market is 0.9 miles out. Both are a short drive from the front door.

What year was 1582 Adams Drive built?

The home was built in 1975. That puts it in a generation of construction known for solid framing and larger room sizes than many newer builds.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Suffolk well. Reach out to get a full picture of what 1582 Adams Drive offers and how it fits your plans.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools

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

HighKing's Fork High School
3.3/10
Down 0.8 from 2024–25
MiddleKing's Fork Middle School
3/10
Up 0.2 from 2024–25
ElementaryOakland Elementary School
6.5/10
Down 1.1 from 2024–25

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Typical drive times from Google Maps, without live traffic. Rush hour and tunnel backups can add time.

Flood & environmentFlood risk (FEMA)

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510156

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510156

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn’t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

18.6 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA’s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service — actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

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

Explore this neighborhoodGovernors Pointe

Governors Pointe is a waterfront community in North Suffolk. It sits on the banks of the Nansemond River. The historic Eclipse and Crittenden villages are close.

$791KMedian sale · 12 mo
$213Sold $/sq ft
25dDays on market
1For sale now
$167KHH income
95.5%Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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CostPayment calculator

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

$4,666/mo

Principal & interest

$3,969

Property tax

$473

Home insurance

$223

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 & historyComparables

Price context: similar nearby homes$476,000 – $835,000The 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.
1572 Adams DR · 0.1 mi · 3,071 sqft$835,000 sold 2026-09
8957 River CRES · 0.6 mi · 2,831 sqft$615,000 sold 2026-08
2106 Governors Pointe DR · 0.9 mi · 2,894 sqft$615,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$765,000

Price / Sq Ft

$264

Annual Taxes

$5,680

Monthly Tax

$473

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.74%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 23, 2026$765,000—
Currently listed—$765,000—

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

8 days on market: read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory. Compare it against similar nearby homes before reading anything into it.

CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby

HomePriceBedsBathsSqft$ / sqft
1582 Adams Drthis home$765,00032.12,900$264
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Active comparables from the REIN MLS, the same homes shown under Comparable Properties. Context for judging the asking price, not an appraisal.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1582 Adams Dr in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Oakland Elementary (VaHome School Score 6.5/10), King`s Fork Middle, Kings Fork. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1582 Adams 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.
Is 1582 Adams Dr a waterfront property?
Yes. The listing record shows: Lake.
Does 1582 Adams Dr have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1582 Adams Dr built?
It was built in 1975, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data. Never invented.

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