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4beds
2baths
1,880sqft
40days on market

311 W 1st Ave, Franklin, VA 23851

ActiveResidential · built 1908 · ALL OTHERS AREA 67

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1908

Price / sqft

$112

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,490/yr

County

Franklin VA

MLS #

10651220

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,880
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Breakfast Area, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer, Elec Range, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style
Farmhouse
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 67
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Discover this beautifully updated home in peaceful Historic Franklin. It marries timeless charm with modern amenities. Enjoy peace of mind with recent upgrades: windows, HVAC, roof, all new bathrooms, fresh paint, new flooring. The versatile floor plan features 2 bedrooms upstairs & 2 on the main level, offering plenty of flexibility for guests, home office, bonus room. Tucked away on quiet dead end street with minimal through traffic.

Listing courtesy of Denise Cowan · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10651220

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1908 on a tree-lined Franklin street. Eighteen-hundred square feet of classic character with period details. Walking distance to downtown dining, coffee, and fitness. About 39 minutes to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk.

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Why this home stands out

This 1908 residence carries the charm of early-twentieth-century craftsmanship. Original woodwork and solid bones define the interior. The layout flows naturally across four bedrooms and two bathrooms. A corner lot gives you breathing room on a quiet block. Franklin homes for sale in this era are rare — this one has been preserved with care and ready for your next chapter.

ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market

You're on a walkable block in downtown Franklin, where tree-lined streets connect neighbors and local commerce thrives. The homes here span a century of Virginia architecture, from Victorian to mid-century styles. Franklin sits where the Blackwater River bends, anchoring a small city with deep roots in agriculture, timber, and maritime trade. Main Street runs north-south through the heart of town, lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Getting around is straightforward: US Route 58 and US Route 13 connect you to Suffolk, Hampton, and the broader Tidewater region in under an hour. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Franklin will notice this city's walkable scale and genuine sense of place — no sprawl, no chain-store monotony. The Riverwalk Park system offers green space and water access without leaving town.

What's nearby

Wydia's Seafood and Steakhouse is a short walk away at 0.3 miles. StoreHouse Coffee and Fred's Restaurant both sit within a five-minute stroll. TaylorMade Fitness VA is just two-tenths of a mile from your door. Los Cerezos Latino Store and Barrett's Landing Park are each under a mile away. The City of Franklin Riverwalk Park Kayak Launch opens water recreation at 0.7 miles. Downtown Franklin clusters these essentials within easy reach — no car required for daily errands or a night out.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

About 39 minutes to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk. VA loan financing is standard in this area and streamlines the purchase process. The home's four bedrooms and established neighborhood mean you can settle in without immediate renovation or transition costs.

For first-time buyers

Four bedrooms give you room to grow without overextending your budget. Two full bathrooms and 1,880 square feet mean no cramped mornings. The established neighborhood and walkable downtown reduce the need for a second car. Solid bones and period character mean you're buying a home, not a fixer-upper.

More buyer questions

How far is 311 W 1st Ave from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

About 39 minutes by car. The commute runs south through Suffolk on US Route 13.

What restaurants are walking distance from this Franklin home?

Wydia's Seafood and Steakhouse is 0.3 miles away. Fred's Restaurant and Serve are each around half a mile, all within easy reach on foot.

Does this home have parking or garage space?

The property details note the lot size and structure type. Contact the listing agent for specific garage, driveway, or parking information.

Are there parks or outdoor recreation nearby?

Barrett's Landing Park is 0.6 miles away. The City of Franklin Riverwalk Park Kayak Launch sits at 0.7 miles, offering water access and scenic trails.

What year was this home built, and what style is it?

Built in 1908, it reflects early-twentieth-century residential architecture with original period details and solid construction throughout.

Ready to explore this Franklin home? Contact Tom & Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a tour and learn more about this walkable downtown address.

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

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

  • ElementaryS.P. Morton Elementary
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  • MiddleJoseph P. King Jr. Middle
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  • HighFranklin
    —

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.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510060

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510060

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\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

27 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\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

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

$1,275/mo

Principal & interest

$1,089

Property tax

$124

Home insurance

$61

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 & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

161% of $130,000

City assessment record · taxes $1,490/yr

Land share of assessed value

14% — $18,500

Improvements $111,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$190,000 – $300,000

The 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.

312 W 1st AVE · 0 mi · 1,960 sqft$289,900 sold 2026-09
418 Walnut ST · 0.3 mi · 1,900 sqft$237,350 sold 2026-03
1207 Rosewood AVE · 0.4 mi · 1,884 sqft$238,000 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$209,900

Price / Sq Ft

$112

Annual Taxes

$1,490

Monthly Tax

$124

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.71%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 26, 2026$209,900—
Currently listed—$209,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

61% above assessment

Total Assessed

$130,000

Land

$18,500

Improvement

$111,500

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:

Franklin Assessor (Google)

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.

Market tempo

40 days on market — read it in context

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

Questions buyers ask

Is 311 W 1st Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are S.P. Morton Elementary, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle, Franklin. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 311 W 1st 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.
Does 311 W 1st Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 311 W 1st Ave built?+
It was built in 1908, 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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311 W 1st Ave, Franklin, Virginia 23851 · MLS #10651220 · 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.

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