Why this home stands out
Built in 1959, this five-bedroom residence carries the kind of square footage — 3,482 feet across three-and-a-half baths — that's genuinely hard to find at this scale in Suffolk. The lot sits on Forest Hill Crescent, a quiet curve of a street that keeps through-traffic away while keeping you close to everything. For households that need dedicated space for work, guests, or a growing family, the room count here does real work.
ALL OTHERS AREA 62 and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale translates into breathing room you simply don't get in the denser parts of Hampton Roads. The Forest Hill Crescent area sits in the heart of the city — close to downtown Suffolk's historic core while staying residential and unhurried in feel. Tree-lined blocks, modest setbacks, and a mix of mid-century and newer construction give the area a grounded, established character. Families comparing homes for sale in Suffolk often find that this part of the city threads the needle between urban access and genuine quiet. Suffolk sits in its own independent city jurisdiction, meaning city services, city schools, and a city government that has invested heavily in parks and recreation infrastructure over the past decade. Whether you're drawn by the proximity to military installations, the manageable commute corridors, or simply the value that Suffolk homes for sale tend to represent relative to the broader Hampton Roads market, the city rewards people who take the time to explore it.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are easy from Forest Hill Crescent. Neighborhood Supermarket is 0.7 miles out for quick grocery runs, and JC3 Family Farm is just a mile away when you want something more local. Dinner options are close — M&R Seafood is half a mile down the road, Dragon Chinese Restaurant is 0.6 miles, and Hardee's is right there when the evening calls for it. For your morning routine, Lily Pearl Bubble Tea and Cafe, McDonald's, and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are all within a mile. Boston Park is just 0.4 miles away for a quick walk or an afternoon outside, with Wellons Park and Lakeside Park both under a mile for more options.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is literally two minutes from the front door — about as close as a commute gets without living on base. For active-duty households weighing a VA loan and trying to minimize drive time, this address checks a serious box. NSA Northwest Annex is reachable in about 34 minutes, keeping dual-military households in range of both installations without splitting the difference too far.
More buyer questions
How far is 414 Forest Hill Crescent from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The base is approximately a 2-minute drive from the property — one of the closest residential addresses you'll find to that installation. For active-duty personnel assigned there, the commute is essentially negligible.
What zip code is 414 Forest Hill Crescent in, and what does that mean for buyers?
The property is in the 23434 zip code, which covers a broad swath of central Suffolk. Buyers searching homes for sale in 23434 will find this part of the city offers a mix of established neighborhoods, convenient retail, and strong access to both downtown Suffolk and the major highway corridors heading toward Chesapeake and Norfolk.
Is 414 Forest Hill Crescent in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is covered in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
How much square footage does 414 Forest Hill Crescent have, and how is it laid out?
The home offers 3,482 square feet across five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. Built in 1959, the footprint reflects mid-century residential construction — typically featuring defined rooms and generous overall square footage rather than open-plan layouts.
Where are the nearest parks to 414 Forest Hill Crescent?
Boston Park is the closest at just 0.4 miles, making it an easy walk. Wellons Park and Lakeside Park are both under a mile away, giving the neighborhood solid outdoor options for families, dog owners, or anyone who likes to get outside without getting in the car.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk's neighborhoods block by block. Reach out to get the full picture on 414 Forest Hill Crescent and what it takes to make it yours.
