Welcome to one of Suffolk's most desirable neighborhoods, where opportunity meets potential. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is ready for its next chapter and offers the perfect chance for a buyer to add their own style, vision, and personal touches. Priced with updates and repairs in mind, this home presents an incredible opportunity to purchase in a sought-after location at a price point that leaves room to make it your own. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking to create a space that reflects your personality or someone searching for a home with untapped potential, you'll appreciate the possibilities this property offers. Enjoy established surroundings, convenient access to shopping, dining, schools, and commuter routes, all while putting your own stamp on a home that has so much to offer. Bring your ideas, roll up your sleeves, and imagine the possibilities. Opportunities like this in a highly desirable Suffolk location don't come along often.
Listing courtesy of Shawn Merriman · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10650714
Three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1963 on a quiet Suffolk street. About 1,467 square feet with classic mid-century character. Just six minutes to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk, making it convenient for base commuters.
This 1963-built home sits on a residential block in Suffolk with straightforward layout and solid bones. The three bedrooms and two full baths offer practical living space. You'll find a garage and typical mid-century construction details throughout. It's the kind of property that appeals to anyone comparing Suffolk homes for sale who values location and proximity to base.
OAK RIDGE and the Suffolk real estate market
The block has a quiet, established feel with tree-lined streets and single-family homes. Neighbors are spread across similar-era properties, giving the area a settled character. Suffolk itself is a growing city with a mix of residential and commercial zones, strong military ties, and easy access to major routes. Daily life here means short commutes to base, nearby shopping and dining, and a slower pace than the urban core. If you're exploring homes for sale in 23434, you'll notice the neighborhood sits in a convenient zone—close enough to amenities but far enough from heavy traffic. The city has expanded steadily over decades, and this area reflects that stable, established residential character.
What's nearby
You're about six minutes from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk, making weekday commutes straightforward. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 41 minutes away. Grocery stores, pharmacies, and casual dining options sit within a few minutes' drive. Local parks and recreation areas are nearby for outdoor time. The neighborhood itself is quiet and walkable for daily errands on foot. Shopping centers and services cluster nearby without overwhelming the residential feel.
For different buyers
Base commute and VA loan notes
Six-minute drive to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk keeps commutes short and predictable. VA loan financing is common in this area, and the home's price point works well for buyers using military benefits. Move-in condition allows you to settle quickly without major renovation delays.
Room to grow
Three bedrooms and two full baths give you room to spread out and host guests. The garage provides storage beyond what most mid-century homes offer. A single-family lot means yard space for outdoor projects and recreation. The straightforward floor plan adapts easily to your needs as life changes.
More buyer questions
How far is 218 Northbrooke Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
About six minutes by car, making it one of the closest residential options to the base. The commute is straightforward on local roads.
What is the square footage of this home?
The home is approximately 1,467 square feet with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms.
Are there homes for sale zoned for Lakeland High School and homes for sale zoned for Kilby Shores Elementary School in this area?
Yes, this address falls within those school zones. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Suffolk should check specific zoning with the county for current assignments.
When was this house built?
The home was built in 1963 and features classic mid-century residential construction and design.
Does the home have a garage?
Yes, there is a garage on the property, providing covered parking and storage space.
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Schools · VaHome School ScoreAssigned schools
Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.
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
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Military Commute
Drive times to nearest bases
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J7 Suffolk
Joint
10min·3.8mi
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NMCP
Navy
31min·24mi
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NNSY
Navy
29min·23.7mi
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USCG Portsmouth
Coast Guard
30min·24.9mi
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NSA HR
Navy
50min·35.3mi
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
55 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.
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
$1,777/mo
Principal & interest
$1,448
Property tax
$248
Home insurance
$81
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$275,000 – $392,700The 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.
202 GROVE AVE · 0.1 mi · 1,441 sqft$319,999 sold 2026-04
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:
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.
68 days on market: read it in context
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CompareThis home next to what else is for sale nearby
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Price
Beds
Baths
Sqft
$ / sqft
218 Northbrooke Avethis home
$279,000
3
2
1,467
$190
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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 218 Northbrooke Ave in a good school zone?
The assigned zones on the listing record are Kilby Shores Elementary (VaHome School Score 4/10), Forest Glen Middle (VaHome School Score 5.2/10), Lakeland (VaHome School Score 2.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 218 Northbrooke 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.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 218 Northbrooke Ave?
Food Lion is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Great Wall (0.2 mi).
Does 218 Northbrooke Ave have an HOA?
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 218 Northbrooke Ave built?
It was built in 1963, 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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218 Northbrooke Ave, Suffolk, Virginia 23434 · MLS #10650714 · 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.
