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4beds
2.1baths
2,590sqft
0days on market

5105 Stratford Dr, Suffolk, VA 23435

New ListingResidential · built 1977 · BENNETTS HARBOR

About this home

What if the right house isn't the one someone else already remodeled? Set beneath mature trees, 5105 Stratford is a classic brick colonial offering approximately 2,600 square feet, four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, a sunroom and a spacious bonus room over the garage. The home retains much of its original character and finishes, giving the next owner an opportunity that is increasingly hard to find: start with a solid, well-maintained home and make the cosmetic choices yourself. Whether your vision includes new flooring, fresh paint, a redesigned kitchen or updated baths, you can create the look you want at your own pace rather than paying a premium for someone else's selections. And while the finishes may be ready for their next chapter, several of the big-ticket items have already been addressed. The roof was replaced in 2023, HVAC in 2025 and water heater in 2026. A whole-house generator provides another valuable upgrade. Inside, the traditional floor plan provides something many newer homes don't—separate spaces with room to live, work, entertain and spread out. All four bedrooms are upstairs, while the bonus room offers flexibility for a home office, gym, media room, game room or whatever your household needs next. The sunroom adds another inviting place to enjoy the home throughout the year. You can change flooring. You can change wallpaper. You can remodel a kitchen. What's much harder to recreate is the space, setting and solid brick home you started with. 5105 Stratford is ready for its next chapter—and your ideas.

Listing courtesy of Ryan Benton · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659072

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1977

Price / sqft

$201

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,911/yr

County

Suffolk VA

MLS #

10659072

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,590
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
10
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Fin. Rm Over Gar, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Office/Study, Porch, Sun Room, Utility Room, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Backup Generator, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Central Vac, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Window/Wall
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.6200
Subdivision
BENNETTS HARBOR
Zoning
SFR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
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

5105 Stratford Drive is a four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Suffolk, Virginia, built in 1977 with 2,590 square feet of living space. Bennett's Creek Park is just a mile away. Suffolk offers quiet streets, easy highway access, and two nearby military installations.

Keep searching in Suffolk

See all Suffolk homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23435, homes for sale zoned for Nansemond River High School, and homes for sale zoned for Driver Elementary School. Nearby, look at River Club homes for sale, Suffolk waterfront homes for sale, Suffolk condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Suffolk.

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Why this home stands out

At 2,590 square feet, this 1977-built home gives you genuine room to spread out. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths handle the demands of a full household. The 1977 construction era typically means solid bones — larger lot footprints, wider floor plans, and mature trees that newer subdivisions simply cannot replicate. Add a mile to Bennett's Creek Park and under 20 minutes to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk, and the location earns its keep.

BENNETTS HARBOR and the Suffolk real estate market

Stratford Drive sits in a quiet, established section of northern Suffolk. The streets here are lined with mature trees and homes from the late 1970s and early 1980s. Lot sizes tend to be generous, and the pace of the neighborhood reflects that older, settled character. It is the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23435 — steady, well-rooted, and close to everything you actually need. Suffolk itself is one of the largest cities by land area in Virginia. That size translates into breathing room: less density, more green space, and a genuine sense of distance from the congestion of the Peninsula or the Oceanfront. Downtown Suffolk has a growing restaurant and arts scene along Main Street. Route 17 and US-58 connect you north toward Portsmouth and Norfolk or west toward the Blackwater region. The city is growing, but Stratford Drive still feels like the quieter version of Suffolk that longtime residents value.

What's nearby

Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp is one mile from the front door. The park offers boat access to the Nansemond River, walking paths, and open green space — a genuine asset for anyone who wants water access without waterfront pricing. Grocery and everyday retail are a short drive east toward the Harbour View corridor, one of Suffolk's fastest-growing commercial strips. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 21 minutes north, making routine medical appointments straightforward. Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is roughly 19 minutes away. The connection to I-664 keeps downtown Norfolk and Hampton Roads' broader job centers within a reasonable commute.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is about 19 minutes from this address. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth runs about 21 minutes north. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of Suffolk, and the 2,590-square-foot floor plan means you are not compromising on space. The established neighborhood also tends to support a smooth appraisal process — a practical advantage for VA loan buyers.

For buyers drawn to character

Homes from the late 1970s carry details that later construction left behind — wider lots, deeper setbacks, and rooms with actual proportions. This 1977-built home on Stratford Drive fits that profile. Four bedrooms and 2,590 square feet give you space that feels earned rather than squeezed. Mature landscaping and a settled street add the kind of character you cannot install after the fact. Anyone comparing Suffolk homes for sale with an eye for substance over flash will find this address worth a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 5105 Stratford Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive is about 19 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The route runs through surface streets in northern Suffolk with no major highway required.

How far is 5105 Stratford Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 21 minutes north via Route 17 and I-664. That makes routine medical and specialty appointments very manageable from this address.

Is 5105 Stratford Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What schools are zoned for 5105 Stratford Drive?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Nansemond River High School or homes for sale zoned for Driver Elementary School will want to confirm current zoning directly with Suffolk Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Does 5105 Stratford Drive have an HOA?

HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents. Ask your agent to request that information as part of the due-diligence process.

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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

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

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 510156

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 510156

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

18.3 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.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

River Club

River Club is a newer community of detached homes in the North Suffolk area. It sits near Route 664 and the shops and restaurants around Harbour View.

$700K

Median sale · 12 mo

$234

Sold $/sq ft

44d

Days on market

14

For sale now

$139K

HH income

82.8%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

J7 Suffolk

Joint

17min·10.5mi

NMCP

Navy

21min·14.3mi

NSA HR

Navy

33min·19.9mi

NNSY

Navy

20min·15.3mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

23min·16.5mi

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

$3,259/mo

Principal & interest

$2,698

Property tax

$409

Home insurance

$152

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

$459,800 – $589,900

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.

2231 Patrick DR · 1.2 mi · 2,619 sqft$589,900 sold 2026-07
3032 Dalton CIR · 1.2 mi · 2,618 sqft$539,990 sold 2026-03
2028 Canvasback DR · 1.3 mi · 2,619 sqft$580,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$519,900

Price / Sq Ft

$201

Annual Taxes

$4,911

Monthly Tax

$409

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.94%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 23, 2026$519,900—
Currently listed—$519,900—

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:

Suffolk Real Estate Assessor

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

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 5105 Stratford Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Florence Bowser Elementary, John Yeates Middle (VaHome School Score 8.4/10), Nansemond River (VaHome School Score 5.5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5105 Stratford Dr 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 5105 Stratford Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5105 Stratford Dr built?+
It was built in 1977, per the listing record.

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

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Listing courtesy of Ryan Benton · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659072

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5105 Stratford Dr, Suffolk, Virginia 23435 · MLS #10659072 · 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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