Why this home stands out
Square footage alone doesn't tell the whole story here — six bedrooms and five full baths across 5,083 square feet means genuine flexibility: a dedicated home office, a guest suite, a playroom, and still room to breathe. Homes at this scale are rare in Suffolk's 23434 zip code, and the 1988 construction gives you a solid bones foundation with proportions that newer, smaller builds simply can't match.
LAKE PRINCE and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is Virginia's largest city by land area — a fact that surprises plenty of newcomers — and Exeter Drive sits in the heart of it, where suburban comfort meets genuine breathing room. This part of Suffolk feels unhurried without feeling remote. Tree-lined streets, established lots, and neighbors who tend to stay for years give the area a settled, community-oriented character. The broader city has been growing steadily, with new restaurants, shops, and services filling in along the main corridors while the residential streets stay quiet. If you're comparing homes for sale in Suffolk, you'll notice that properties in this pocket offer more square footage per block than many comparable areas in Hampton Roads. Suffolk sits in Nansemond County territory, now fully consolidated into the independent city, and that history shows in the generous lot sizes and mature landscaping that define streets like Exeter Drive. Downtown Suffolk, with its small-city charm and local dining, is a short drive away.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy here. A Walk In The Park is just 0.6 miles away — a genuine neighborhood park that makes morning walks and weekend afternoons with kids effortless. Suffolk's main retail corridors along Pruden Boulevard and Harbour View are within a short drive, putting grocery stores, pharmacies, and dining well within reach. The Harbour View area in particular has matured into a walkable commercial hub with coffee shops, casual restaurants, and big-box convenience. Families comparing homes for sale in 23434 will appreciate how much errand-running can happen without ever getting on the highway.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is just 14 minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is reachable in about 33 minutes — making 4516 Exeter Drive a practical anchor for dual-military households or anyone managing a longer Hampton Roads commute. Six bedrooms handle PCS moves with ease, whether you need a dedicated workspace, a room for visiting family, or space to decompress after a long duty day. A VA loan can make a home this size more attainable than you might expect.
More buyer questions
How far is 4516 Exeter Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
The drive is approximately 14 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient base-adjacent locations in the area for personnel stationed there.
How far is 4516 Exeter Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 33 minutes away, which is manageable for a daily commute — especially for households where only one partner is stationed there.
Is 4516 Exeter Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
What is the lot and property size at 4516 Exeter Drive?
The home offers 5,083 square feet of interior living space across a six-bedroom, five-bath layout, built in 1988 on an established Suffolk lot.
Does 4516 Exeter Drive have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents — your agent can pull that detail quickly during any inquiry or showing.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk's market inside and out. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 4516 Exeter Drive and get straight answers about what this home can do for your family.
