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31165 Cardinal AVE, FRANKLIN VA 23851 - Main photo
$288,000
$205 / sqft · est. $1,699/mo →
4beds
1.1baths
1,404sqft
9days on market

31165 Cardinal Ave, Franklin, VA 23851

SoldResidential · built 1963 · ALL OTHERS AREA 68

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This wonderful property is ready for you to call it HOME! You will love the open concept living area, custom cabinets & butcher block countertops, built-ins that surround the gas fireplace, and the beautiful hardwood flooring! This home features 4 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms & is situated in the Cypress Manor subdivision. As an added bonus, the roof & water heater were both replaced within the last 5 years. Vinyl replacement windows can also be found throughout the home. There's a storage shed (with electricity) in the backyard for added storage. This property is centrally located & still within the limits of Southampton County. It would make for an easy commute to Hampton Roads. CALL TODAY!

Listing courtesy of Kelsey Derby · RE/MAX Country to Coast · REIN MLS #10633761

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A four-bedroom, 1960s ranch on nearly half an acre in Franklin, Virginia — offering generous outdoor space, a classic single-family layout, and an easy pace of life in a quiet residential pocket of Southampton County.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 31165 Cardinal Avenue apart is the lot. Nearly half an acre in an established neighborhood gives you real breathing room — space for a garden, a fire pit, a playset, or simply a yard that doesn't feel like it ends before it begins. The 1963 construction means solid bones and a floor plan that prioritizes livable square footage over wasted hallways, all on a quiet street that rarely sees through traffic.

ALL OTHERS AREA 68 and the Franklin real estate market

Franklin is a small independent city tucked into the southeastern corner of Virginia, bordered by Southampton County and sitting roughly equidistant between the Hampton Roads metro and the North Carolina state line. The area around Cardinal Avenue sits in a low-density residential stretch where lots are generous and neighbors tend to know each other. Life here runs at a different pace than the suburbs closer to the coast — unhurried, rooted, and genuinely affordable compared to most of the region. The broader community around whaleyville va and Franklin draws people who want acreage without isolation, and a real town center within a few minutes' drive. Franklin itself has a historic downtown core, a riverfront park along the Blackwater River, and a tight-knit community calendar. Southampton County wraps the city on all sides, adding rural character without sacrificing access to everyday conveniences. For buyers who find Hampton Roads too dense or too expensive, this corridor is a serious alternative worth understanding.

What's nearby

Day-to-day eating options are close by. Kind Box Catering & Delivery is just 0.7 miles away — a local spot that covers both sit-down and delivery needs. Champs Chicken and Hangar 54 Pizza are each under a mile out, so weeknight dinners when no one wants to cook are genuinely easy. Franklin's downtown adds grocery, pharmacy, and hardware options within a short drive. The Blackwater River and its surrounding green space give outdoor enthusiasts a natural playground close to home, and the broader rural landscape of Southampton County means open roads and quiet trails are never far.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is roughly 44 minutes from Cardinal Avenue — a commute that's manageable, especially when the tradeoff is nearly half an acre and a four-bedroom home at a price point that stretches a BAH allowance considerably further than it would closer to base. Families using a VA loan will find Southampton County a compelling value compared to the denser Hampton Roads submarkets.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and a nearly half-acre lot give a growing family room to actually grow — not just in square footage, but outdoors. The 1963 ranch layout keeps everyone on one level, which simplifies daily life with young kids, and the yard is large enough for whatever comes next: trampoline, garden beds, a future deck, or all three.

More buyer questions

How far is 31165 Cardinal Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk runs approximately 44 minutes under normal conditions, heading northeast toward the Suffolk area via US-58. It's a rural highway commute rather than stop-and-go traffic, which many service members find preferable.

What is the lot size at 31165 Cardinal Avenue?

The lot measures 0.47 acres — just under half an acre — which is notably generous for a residential in-town setting and provides substantial usable outdoor space front and back.

Is 31165 Cardinal Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation 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 classification.

What year was 31165 Cardinal Avenue built?

The home was built in 1963, placing it in the mid-century ranch era — a construction period known for straightforward layouts, solid framing, and single-story livability.

Does 31165 Cardinal Avenue have a garage?

Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a walkthrough, as structural features can change between listing cycles — contact Tom or Dariya Milan for the latest specifics.

Curious whether 31165 Cardinal Avenue fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well — reach out and they'll give you a straight answer.

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

Schools

  • ElementaryRiverdale Elementary
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  • MiddleSouthampton Middle
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  • HighSouthampton
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Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1963

Price / sqft

$205

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,443/yr

County

Southampton County VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10633761

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,404
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Foyer, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.4700
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 68
Zoning
R-1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 51175C

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

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

$1,699/mo

Principal & interest

$1,494

Property tax

$120

Home insurance

$84

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$192,000 – $263,000

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.

101 Verna ST · 0.8 mi · 1,401 sqft$240,000 sold 2026-05
119 Dale CIR · 0.7 mi · 1,368 sqft$192,000 sold 2026-02
31099 Country Club RD · 0.2 mi · 1,200 sqft$220,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$288,000

Price / Sq Ft

$205

Annual Taxes

$1,443

Monthly Tax

$120

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.50%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 7, 2026$288,000—
Price increasedJun 16, 2026$288,000+$8,100
SoldJun 16, 2026$288,000—

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 31165 Cardinal Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Riverdale Elementary, Southampton Middle, Southampton. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 31165 Cardinal 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 31165 Cardinal Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 31165 Cardinal 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.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Kelsey Derby · RE/MAX Country to Coast · REIN MLS #10633761

Call or text (757) 777-7577

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31165 Cardinal Ave, Franklin, Virginia 23851 · MLS #10633761 · 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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