Why this home stands out
What sets 507 Dumville Avenue apart is the rare combination of size, era character, and location. At 2,446 square feet with four bedrooms and three full baths, this 1969-built home delivers the kind of room count that works for growing households, remote workers needing a dedicated office, or anyone who simply values space. Add a one-minute drive to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk and you have a setup that's hard to replicate in this price corridor.
RIVERVIEW and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale gives it a personality all its own — part small-town charm, part modern convenience, all Virginia. The area around Dumville Avenue sits in a mature, established section of the city where tree-lined streets and mid-century homes give the streetscape a settled, lived-in feel. Neighbors tend to put down roots here, and it shows in the well-kept lots and the easy pace of the surrounding blocks. Downtown Suffolk is just minutes away, where local restaurants, boutiques, and the historic Peanut Festival draw the community together year after year. The broader Suffolk market has attracted steady attention from buyers seeking more square footage and lot space than the denser beach cities offer, without sacrificing access to Hampton Roads' major employment corridors. Whether you're commuting north toward Portsmouth or south toward Chesapeake, the regional road network keeps you connected. This is a home address that feels genuinely rooted in its city.
What's nearby
Everyday errands barely require leaving the neighborhood. JC3 Family Farm, Neighborhood Supermarket, and Grocery Outlet are all within 0.7 miles, so stocking the kitchen is never a production. When you want a quick bite, McDonald's and Sapporo Japanese Steak House are both 0.4 miles out, and Crust and Cork is just 0.5 miles away for something a little more relaxed. Coffee runs are equally painless — Lily Pearl Bubble Tea and Cafe and Jenay's Coffeehouse are both within half a mile. For fitness, C-FIT Studio and Allonge Pilates Studio are close by. Wellons Park is 0.3 miles away, Boston Park is 0.5 miles, and Constant's Wharf Park and Marina adds a waterfront option at the same distance.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is a one-minute drive from the front door — it genuinely doesn't get more convenient than that. For service members using a VA loan, the combination of four bedrooms, three baths, and 2,446 square feet means there's room for the whole family without compromise. NSA Northwest Annex is also reachable in about 34 minutes, keeping dual-military households well-positioned.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three full baths across 2,446 square feet gives a growing family real breathing room — dedicated spaces for kids, guests, a home office, or all three. The 1969 construction means solid bones and generous room proportions that newer builds sometimes trade away for open-plan layouts. Wellons Park is 0.3 miles away, and multiple grocery options are under a mile, so the logistics of family life stay manageable.
More buyer questions
How far is 507 Dumville Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately one minute from the property by car — it's essentially around the corner, making this one of the closest residential addresses to that installation in the area.
How far is 507 Dumville Avenue from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 34 minutes away, making it a manageable commute for service members or civilians assigned there.
What is the flood zone status for 507 Dumville Avenue?
Flood zone designation for this property is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA map data specific to this address.
Is there an HOA at 507 Dumville Avenue?
Based on available information, this property does not appear to be subject to a homeowners association, though buyers should verify during due diligence.
What parks and outdoor spaces are near 507 Dumville Avenue?
Wellons Park is just 0.3 miles away, Boston Park is 0.5 miles, and Constant's Wharf Park and Marina — which offers waterfront access — is also about 0.5 miles from the address.
Ready to walk through 507 Dumville Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Suffolk well — reach out and let's set up a time that works for you.
