151 days on market
$190,000
219 Cobb St
Franklin, Virginia 23851
MLS# 10612207 · ALL OTHERS AREA 67 · Franklin VA
Updated Apr 23, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,146/mo
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Price / sq ft
$125
1,520 sq ft
Days on market
151
HOA
None
Year built
1949
77 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,520
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryS.P. Morton Elementary—
- MiddleJoseph P. King Jr. Middle—
- HighFranklin—
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About this home
Don't miss your chance to own this spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. Perfect for first time home buyers or a family downsizing. Motivated seller!
Listed by Sonya Davis · Summit Realty Group LLC
VaHome Team property overview
219 Cobb Street is a four-bedroom, three-bath home on a fifth-of-an-acre lot in Franklin, Virginia — a compact, well-established city in Southampton County where daily errands, local dining, and riverside green space are all within easy reach.
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Why this home stands out
What makes 219 Cobb Street stand out is the combination of a four-bedroom floor plan with three full baths packed into a manageable 1,520 square feet — a layout that gives everyone their own space without the overhead of a sprawling house. Built in 1949, the home carries the solid construction character of its era on a 0.201-acre lot that gives you genuine outdoor room in a walkable city setting.
ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market
Franklin, Virginia sits in Southampton County in the western corner of Hampton Roads, and it punches well above its size when it comes to community feel. The city is compact and navigable — most of what you need day-to-day is within a mile — and the streets around Cobb Street reflect the kind of established residential fabric that only comes with decades of neighbors actually knowing each other. Tree-lined blocks, modest lots, and homes from the mid-twentieth century give the area a grounded, unhurried character that's genuinely hard to find closer to the coast. Franklin's downtown is a short drive away, and the Blackwater River adds a natural anchor to the city's southern edge. If you've been browsing homes for sale in carrollton va or comparing options across the broader Hampton Roads region, Franklin offers a notably different pace — quieter, more affordable in feel, and with a strong local identity that newer developments simply can't replicate. Southampton County's jurisdiction means lower-density governance and a community scale where local voices still carry weight.
What's nearby
Daily life from 219 Cobb Street is genuinely convenient. Los Cerezos Latino Store is just 0.2 miles away for quick grocery runs, and Dollar General is half a mile out for household staples. Hungry? Shugga's Place is practically around the corner at 0.2 miles, Dunkin' is 0.4 miles for a morning coffee fix, and China Express Restaurant rounds out your close-range options at 0.5 miles. The Lighthouse Project coffee shop is also just 0.2 miles away — a nice local alternative to the chain. For fitness, Anytime Fitness and TaylorMade Fitness VA are both under a mile. Barrett's Landing Park at 0.9 miles puts you right on the Blackwater River, and Franklin Recreation Department is 0.6 miles away for organized activities and open space.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk runs about 40 minutes from 219 Cobb Street — a manageable commute that puts you well outside the congestion zone around the base. Franklin's lower cost of living stretches a BAH allowance further than many Hampton Roads zip codes, and a VA loan makes the four-bedroom, three-bath layout here an especially practical fit for a growing military household.
For first-time buyers
Four bedrooms and three full baths at 1,520 square feet is a layout that would cost considerably more to replicate in higher-demand Hampton Roads markets. Franklin gives first-time buyers a real foothold — a detached home on its own lot, in a city with walkable errands and genuine neighborhood character, without the price pressure of the coast.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 219 Cobb Street from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive from 219 Cobb Street to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 40 minutes under normal traffic conditions, heading northeast toward the Suffolk area via Route 58.
What is the lot size and property type at 219 Cobb Street?
219 Cobb Street is a single-family residential property sitting on a 0.201-acre lot — just over a fifth of an acre — giving you meaningful outdoor space without an overwhelming amount of yard maintenance.
How old is the home at 219 Cobb Street, Franklin, VA?
The home was built in 1949, making it a mid-century property with the structural character typical of that era's residential construction in Southampton County.
Is 219 Cobb Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 219 Cobb Street is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for this specific parcel.
What parks and green spaces are near 219 Cobb Street?
Barrett's Landing Park on the Blackwater River is about 0.9 miles away, Franklin Recreation Department is 0.6 miles out, and there's even a Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops just 0.6 miles from the address.
Want to know more about 219 Cobb Street or the Franklin market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out today.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
219 Cobb ST, Franklin
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,520
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Washer, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$190,000
Price / Sq Ft
$125
Annual Taxes
$1,255
Monthly Tax
$105
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.66%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Dec 9, 2025 | $190,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $190,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Franklin via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$121,800
Land
$16,500
Improvement
$105,300
Parcel ID: 137-59-138 · View on city GIS portal
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Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,146/moPrincipal & interest
$986
Property tax
$105
Home insurance
$55
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Summit Realty Group LLC · MLS# 10612207
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$190,000
219 Cobb ST, FRANKLIN VA 23851
Franklin, Virginia 23851
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