Why this home stands out
Built in 2022, this home skips the renovation guesswork that comes with older stock — systems, finishes, and structure are all contemporary. The 0.79-acre lot is the real differentiator in this price range: you get meaningful outdoor space, real separation from neighbors, and room to add a shed, garden, or play area without feeling crowded. That combination of new construction and lot size is genuinely hard to find in Franklin.
ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market
Franklin is a small, self-contained city in Southampton County in southeastern Virginia, sitting roughly halfway between the Hampton Roads metro and the Roanoke-Chowan region of North Carolina. The pace here is unhurried, the streets are manageable, and the community has a tight-knit quality that larger markets simply can't replicate. North College Drive sits in a residential corridor where newer homes have been filling in alongside established properties — the kind of street where you wave to neighbors and kids actually play outside. If you've been searching for craftsman homes for sale in a low-traffic Virginia city with real land attached, Franklin checks boxes that coastal zip codes rarely can. The city itself has a working downtown, local dining, and practical retail all within a short drive. Southampton County schools, county services, and a genuine sense of place round out the picture. For buyers who want space, quiet, and a manageable commute without paying Hampton Roads prices, Franklin consistently earns a second look.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are handled quickly from N College Drive. Food Lion is just 0.6 miles away for grocery runs, and Dollar General is even closer at half a mile for quick stops. Don Pancho's Cantina is right in the mix for a casual dinner out, and Domino's Pizza and China Express Restaurant are both within half a mile when you want delivery or takeout. Dunkin' is 0.6 miles away for your morning coffee. When it's time to work out, both the James L. Camp Jr. Family YMCA and Anytime Fitness are 0.8 miles from the front door — solid options for any fitness routine. Franklin Hometown Pharmacy rounds out the essentials at 0.6 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 41 minutes from 387 N College Drive — a workable commute for many service members stationed there. A VA loan can make a newer build like this especially accessible, and BAH rates for the Suffolk area have historically supported purchases in Franklin's price range. The 0.79-acre lot gives families the outdoor space that base housing rarely offers.
For first-time buyers
A 2022-built home means no immediate repair surprises — everything from the roof to the mechanicals is only a few years old. The lot is nearly eight-tenths of an acre, which is the kind of space most first-time buyers assume is out of reach. Franklin's lower cost of living compared to Hampton Roads means your budget goes further here, and the neighborhood is quiet enough that you'll actually enjoy being home.
More buyer questions
How far is 387 N College Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive from 387 N College Drive to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 41 minutes under normal conditions. Route 58 East is the primary corridor and connects Franklin to the Suffolk area without requiring interstate travel.
What is the lot size at 387 N College Drive?
The lot measures 0.79 acres, which is well above average for in-town Franklin properties. That gives you meaningful yard space on all sides without the maintenance burden of a multi-acre rural parcel.
How old is the home at 387 N College Drive?
The home was built in 2022, making it only a few years old. Buyers benefit from current building codes, modern insulation standards, and systems that are still well within their expected service life.
Is 387 N College Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Franklin does have areas near the Blackwater River that carry flood risk, so reviewing that tile and the official FEMA map panel is always a good step.
What grocery stores are closest to 387 N College Drive?
Food Lion is 0.6 miles away and Dollar General is 0.5 miles — both are reachable in just a few minutes by car. For a sit-down or takeout meal, Don Pancho's Cantina is also within 0.6 miles.
Want to walk the lot or talk through the commute to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this market well — reach out and let's set something up.