Why this home stands out
New construction means you're the first person to call this place home — no deferred maintenance, no outdated finishes, no surprises hiding behind the walls. At 2,675 square feet with four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms, 285 McCormick Drive gives growing households genuine room to spread out. The Planters Station location puts groceries, restaurants, a gym, and a coffee shop all within half a mile, making daily errands genuinely effortless.
PLANTERS STATION and the Suffolk real estate market
Planters Station is one of Suffolk's most walkable and connected communities, built around the idea that convenience and neighborhood charm don't have to be a trade-off. The development sits along a well-traveled corridor where retail, dining, and services have grown up organically around the residential streets — so you're never far from what you need. Suffolk itself is a city of contrasts in the best possible way: it's the largest city by land area in Virginia, yet it still carries a small-town pace that residents genuinely appreciate. The historic downtown is a short drive away, with local restaurants, farmers markets, and community events that give the city real personality. Location-wise, Suffolk sits at a practical crossroads — you can reach Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth without committing to their traffic patterns every single day. For anyone working at Joint Staff J7 Suffolk, the commute from Planters Station is among the shortest you'll find anywhere in the region.
What's nearby
Step outside 285 McCormick Drive and daily life practically runs itself. Publix Super Market at Planters Station and Food Lion are both 0.4 miles away, so grocery runs are genuinely quick. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Catrina's Mexican Cuisine, Chick-fil-A, and Chipotle Mexican Grill are all within 0.3 miles. Pressed Café is the same distance when you need a morning coffee, and Wawa is just half a mile for a late-night run. Anytime Fitness and the Suffolk Family YMCA are both 0.5 miles away for workouts. Suffolk's Smallest Park — a charming local landmark — is under a mile for a quick outdoor break.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is eight minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is a manageable 29-minute drive — making 285 McCormick Drive one of the most strategically located addresses in the region for dual-base households. New construction means no repair backlog waiting for you on PCS day, and a VA loan pairs naturally with a home at this price point and condition.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three and a half bathrooms across 2,675 square feet means everyone gets their own space without negotiating. Built in 2026, the systems are brand new — HVAC, plumbing, electrical — so the first few years of ownership are about living, not fixing. Add walkable groceries, fitness centers, and dining, and the everyday logistics of a busy family get noticeably simpler.
More buyer questions
How far is 285 McCormick Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive is approximately eight minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential options to the base in the Suffolk market.
What is the flood zone status for 285 McCormick Drive?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Is there an HOA in Planters Station?
Planters Station does have a homeowners association; details on what it covers and governs are best confirmed during the due diligence period with current community documents.
How far is 285 McCormick Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 29 minutes from this address, a workable commute for service members stationed there who want to live in a newer home closer to Suffolk's amenities.
What grocery stores are near 285 McCormick Drive?
Publix Super Market at Planters Station and Food Lion are both 0.4 miles away, giving you two solid options within a five-minute walk or a very short drive.
Want to see 285 McCormick Drive in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Planters Station well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough at your convenience.
