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404 W Fourth AVE, FRANKLIN VA 23851 - Main photo
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3beds
2baths
1,800sqft
0days on market

404 W Fourth Ave, Franklin, VA 23851

Coming SoonResidential · built 1939 · ALL OTHERS AREA 67

About this home

Move-In Ready and Full of Updates! Fall in love with this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, where timeless charm meets modern convenience. Enjoy beautifully refinished hardwood floors, fresh paint indoors & out, and a welcoming floor plan designed for comfortable everyday living. The completely renovated kitchen features new appliances, making it a standout space for cooking and entertaining. All new ductwork, front door, sump pump, french drain, and washer/dryer. Other major updates within the last seven years include a new heat pump, windows, roof, and electrical system. Situated on a spacious corner lot with a detached garage, this home offers the space, updates, and convenience today's buyers are looking for. Don't miss your opportunity to make this home yours! Schedule your private showing today before it's gone!

Listing courtesy of Angie Jones · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10660388

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1939

Price / sqft

$161

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,819/yr

County

Franklin VA

MLS #

10660388

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,800
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor Primary BR, Foyer, Utility Room, Workshop
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2000
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 67
Zoning
R2
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

404 W Fourth Ave is a 1939 three-bedroom home in Franklin, Virginia, with 1,800 square feet and two full baths. The lot sits close to the Blackwater River and downtown Franklin. Daily life is easy here, with restaurants, a gym, and a park all within a short walk.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1939, this home carries the kind of solid construction and architectural character that newer builds rarely match. At 1,800 square feet, the layout gives you real breathing room across three bedrooms and two full baths. Barrett's Landing Park is less than a mile away, and the Blackwater River is right there with it. Franklin is a small city with a genuine downtown, and this address puts you close to the heart of it.

ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market

Fourth Avenue sits in one of Franklin's established residential corridors, where mature trees line the streets and the homes have real age and presence. The blocks here are walkable and calm. Housing on and around Fourth Avenue tends to be single-family, with a mix of early-twentieth-century builds and mid-century homes. The neighborhood has a settled, unhurried feel. Franklin itself is a small independent city in Southampton County, set along the Blackwater River in southeastern Virginia. The downtown core is compact and accessible, with local shops, restaurants, and civic institutions within easy reach. Getting around Franklin is straightforward — the city is small enough that most errands take just a few minutes by car. Route 58 connects Franklin to Suffolk to the east and Emporia to the west. Anyone comparing Franklin homes for sale will notice that Fourth Avenue offers a walkable position that most addresses in the city can't match.

What's nearby

Wydia's Seafood and Steakhouse is just 0.3 miles away, making a weeknight dinner almost effortless. Fred's Restaurant and Serve are both about half a mile out. StoreHouse Coffee and The Lighthouse Project are within easy walking distance for a morning cup. Los Cerezos Latino Store covers everyday grocery needs at 0.6 miles. TaylorMade Fitness VA is only 0.2 miles away — one of the closest gym options you'll find to any Franklin address. Barrett's Landing Park and the City of Franklin Riverwalk Park Kayak Launch are both under a mile, putting the Blackwater River right at your doorstep.

For different buyers

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and two full baths give you solid room to spread out across 1,800 square feet. The 1939 construction means thick walls, generous room sizes, and a layout built for real living rather than efficiency. A gym is 0.2 miles away, a park with river access is 0.6 miles out, and a full lineup of restaurants sits within half a mile. The bones here support a full, active daily routine without a long drive.

For first-time buyers

A 1939 home with 1,800 square feet, three bedrooms, and two baths is a meaningful amount of space for a first purchase. Franklin is an affordable small city, and this address puts you close to dining, coffee, a gym, and a riverfront park — all without needing to drive far. A VA loan may be an option depending on your eligibility, and the city's modest size makes the buying process feel less overwhelming than larger metro markets.

More buyer questions

How far is 404 W Fourth Ave from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive to Joint Staff J7 in Suffolk is about 39 minutes from this address. Route 58 east is the most direct route.

What is the year built and square footage of 404 W Fourth Ave?

The home was built in 1939 and offers 1,800 square feet of living space. It has three bedrooms and two full baths.

Is 404 W Fourth Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. The Blackwater River is nearby, so reviewing that data before purchase is worthwhile.

Where can you walk to from 404 W Fourth Ave in Franklin?

TaylorMade Fitness VA is 0.2 miles away, Wydia's Seafood and Steakhouse is 0.3 miles, and StoreHouse Coffee is about half a mile. Barrett's Landing Park and the Riverwalk Kayak Launch are both under a mile.

Does 404 W Fourth Ave have a garage?

Garage details for this property are best confirmed through the current listing data or a direct walkthrough. Contact Tom or Dariya Milan for the most up-to-date information.

Want to see 404 W Fourth Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know Franklin well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough and get your questions answered.

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

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

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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
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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

29.7 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.

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

J7 Suffolk

Joint

31min·22.7mi

NMCP

Navy

54min·42.9mi

NNSY

Navy

51min·42.6mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

53min·43.8mi

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

78min·71.2mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$1,735/mo

Principal & interest

$1,500

Property tax

$152

Home insurance

$84

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$135,000 – $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.

310 Barrett ST · 0.3 mi · 1,750 sqft$190,000 sold 2026-05
312 W 1st AVE · 0.2 mi · 1,960 sqft$289,900 sold 2026-09
318 Clay ST · 0.1 mi · 2,020 sqft$135,000 sold 2026-09

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$289,000

Price / Sq Ft

$161

Annual Taxes

$1,819

Monthly Tax

$152

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.63%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedNov 3, 2026$289,000—
Currently listed—$289,000—

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

Is 404 W Fourth 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 404 W Fourth 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 404 W Fourth Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 404 W Fourth Ave built?+
It was built in 1939, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

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Listing courtesy of Angie Jones · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10660388

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404 W Fourth Ave, Franklin, Virginia 23851 · MLS #10660388 · 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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