Why this home stands out
What sets 243 Reids Place Drive apart is the combination of new construction quality and immediate access to daily conveniences. Built in 2026, you're getting a home with modern systems, fresh finishes, and zero deferred maintenance to worry about. Add in a grocery store literally a third of a mile away, a trailhead steps from your door, and one of Hampton Roads' most accessible military corridors, and this address checks a lot of boxes at once.
REIDS PLACE and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that size translates into a lifestyle that feels genuinely spacious — wide roads, room to breathe, and a mix of established neighborhoods alongside newer development. The area around Reids Place Drive sits in the western Suffolk corridor, a part of the city that's grown steadily as more people discover how well it connects to both the military installations along the Route 58 and Holland Road axes and the broader Hampton Roads metro. You're in a residential pocket that keeps things quiet without being remote. Neighbors here tend to be a mix of military families, working professionals, and long-term Suffolk residents who value the city's lower-density character. Suffolk real estate offers a compelling case for buyers who want new construction without the price tags common in Virginia Beach or Chesapeake, and 243 Reids Place Drive is a strong example of what that looks like in practice.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy from this address. Food Lion is just 0.3 miles away for grocery runs, and Dollar General is under a mile out. When you want a quick bite, Hong Kong restaurant is practically around the corner at 0.2 miles. Royal Farms and 7-Eleven are both within 0.9 miles for coffee and convenience stops. For staying active, you have three solid options nearby — Body Tone Fitness Center at 0.7 miles, Triple T Sports Center at 0.8 miles, and Planet Fitness at an even mile. The Suffolk Seaboard Trail's Suburban Drive Trailhead is just 0.3 miles away, JFK Athletic Complex is half a mile out, and Cypress Park rounds things out at 0.8 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is four minutes from your front door — that's not a typo. For active-duty personnel and their families, that kind of commute changes daily life in a real way. NSA Northwest Annex is also reachable in about 31 minutes. A VA loan can make financing a new-construction home like this one straightforward, and Suffolk's housing market tends to offer strong value relative to other Hampton Roads cities.
For first-time buyers
If you're buying your first home, 243 Reids Place Drive removes one of the biggest first-time headaches: the unknown. Built in 2026, everything is new — the roof, the systems, the finishes. You're not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance list. The layout is manageable at 1,280 square feet, the location keeps errands simple, and Suffolk as a city gives you room to grow without feeling hemmed in.
More buyer questions
How far is 243 Reids Place Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive is approximately four minutes, making this one of the closest residential addresses to that installation in the area. For personnel assigned there, the commute is about as short as it gets.
What year was 243 Reids Place Drive built?
The home was built in 2026, making it brand-new construction. You can expect modern building standards, fresh systems, and no deferred maintenance from previous owners.
Is 243 Reids Place Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Are there parks or trails near 243 Reids Place Drive?
Yes — the Suffolk Seaboard Trail's Suburban Drive Trailhead is just 0.3 miles away, JFK Athletic Complex is half a mile out, and Cypress Park is within 0.8 miles, giving you multiple outdoor options close to home.
Does 243 Reids Place Drive have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; your agent can pull that detail during the due-diligence process.
Want to walk through 243 Reids Place Drive in person or get your questions answered? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to help — reach out and let's set something up.
