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4beds
3baths
2,324sqft
8days on market

5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd, Suffolk, VA 23435

ActiveResidential · built 1972 · BENNETTS HARBOR

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek, Deep Water Access, Marsh, Navigable, River, Tidal.

Frontage

Creek · Marsh · River · Tidal ✓ VERIFIED

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

About this home

SPECTACULAR SUNSETS AND SWEEPING VIEWS! SITUATED ON .97 ACRES, OVERLOOKING EXPANSIVE MARSH AND NANSEMOND RIVER, THIS CUSTOM-BUILT ONE OWNER HOME OFFERS 4 BEDRMS (2 PRIMARIES); 3 FULL BATHS; EAT-IN-KITCHEN w/TONS OF CABS & BREAKFAST BAR; LG FAMILY RM w/AMPLE WINDOWS & GAS FP; LIVING/DINING RM; LOVELY HARDWD FLOORS THROUGHOUT MOST OF THE HOME. DETACHED WORKSHOP w/GAS STOVE, PLUMBING, HEATER & AC HAS UNLIMITED POTENTIAL. HUGE BACKYARD OFFERS ROOM FOR GARDENING, ENTERTAINING, OUTDOOR GAMES, BIRD WATCHING OR SIMPLY RELAXING WHILE OVERLOOKING A SERENE RIVER SETTING. CONVENIENT TO SENTARA AND BON SECOURS MEDICAL FACILITIES, DINING, SHOPPING & I664. USE YOUR IMAGINATION AND MAKE THIS YOUR DREAM RETREAT!

Listing courtesy of Michelle Knowles · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10657265

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1972

Price / sqft

$269

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,110/yr

County

Suffolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10657265

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,324
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
2
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Fin. Rm Over Gar, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Closet, Workshop
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener
Accessibility
Casement/Crank Windows

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Other
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Creek,Deep Water Access,Marsh,Navigable,River,Tidal
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.9700
Subdivision
BENNETTS HARBOR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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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

5117 Bennetts Pasture Road sits on a quiet street in Suffolk, Virginia 23435. This four-bedroom, three-bath home offers 2,324 square feet built in 1972. Bennett's Creek Park is just a mile away. It's a solid, established address with easy access to two major 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 Bennett's Pasture 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

What sets this address apart is the combination of space and location. Four bedrooms and three full baths in 2,324 square feet gives you real room to spread out. The 1972 build means a mature lot and established surroundings. Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is about 19 minutes away, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 22 minutes out. That kind of dual-base access is genuinely hard to find in this price range of Suffolk.

BENNETTS HARBOR and the Suffolk real estate market

Bennetts Pasture Road runs through one of Suffolk's quieter residential pockets near the Bennett's Creek corridor. Streets here are lined with mature trees and homes from the 1960s through 1980s. Lots tend to run generous, and the pace of the neighborhood feels unhurried. It's the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23435 with long-term stability. Suffolk itself is Virginia's largest city by land area. That size means genuine variety — from working waterfront to newer commercial corridors along Route 17 and US-58. Downtown Suffolk has a small-city charm, with local restaurants and a historic main street. Getting around is straightforward, with quick connections to the Hampton Roads Bridge-Tunnel corridor and Interstate 664. Suffolk sits at the western edge of Hampton Roads, which keeps it less congested than the beach cities while still putting you within reach of the whole metro.

What's nearby

Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp is just one mile from the front door. The park offers water access, open green space, and a launch point for kayaks and small boats on the Western Branch. It's a genuine neighborhood asset. Grocery options and everyday retail line the Route 17 corridor a short drive east. The broader Suffolk commercial strip along US-58 covers hardware, dining, and pharmacy needs without a long haul. For larger shopping or medical appointments, Chesapeake and Portsmouth are both reachable in under 30 minutes.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is about 19 minutes away. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth runs roughly 22 minutes in the other direction. That dual-base positioning is a real advantage. VA loan financing is common among buyers in this part of Suffolk, and the four-bedroom floor plan means you're not compromising on space to stay close to the installation.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1972 build on a tree-lined street in an established Suffolk neighborhood — this is the kind of address that has actual roots. The mature lot, the solid bones, and the proximity to Bennett's Creek Park give it a character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Suffolk with a sense of place over polish will want to look closely at what this street offers.

More buyer questions

How far is 5117 Bennetts Pasture Road from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive is about 19 minutes under normal traffic conditions. That makes it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the 23435 zip code.

How far is 5117 Bennetts Pasture Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly 22 minutes away by car. The route connects through the western Hampton Roads corridor without requiring tunnel crossings.

What schools serve 5117 Bennetts Pasture Road?

This address falls within the Suffolk Public Schools district. Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Nansemond River High School and homes for sale zoned for Driver Elementary School should confirm current zoning directly with Suffolk Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Is 5117 Bennetts Pasture Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Always review the current FEMA flood map and discuss flood insurance with your lender before closing.

Where is the nearest park to 5117 Bennetts Pasture Road?

Bennett's Creek Park and Boat Ramp is about one mile away. It offers waterfront green space and a public boat launch on the Western Branch.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Suffolk well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what this address means for your next move.

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.

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

17.8 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

Bennett's Pasture

Bennett's Pasture is a newer neighborhood in North Suffolk. It sits in a quiet pocket near Bennett's Creek, off Bennetts Pasture Road. The Harbour View shops and dining along Route 17 are a short drive away.

$563K

Median sale · 12 mo

$228

Sold $/sq ft

70d

Days on market

1

For sale now

$121K

HH income

98.7%

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

$3,768/mo

Principal & interest

$3,243

Property tax

$343

Home insurance

$182

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

$499,900 – $597,604

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.

2232 Patrick DR · 1.2 mi · 2,176 sqft$539,900 sold 2026-07
3102 Caroline CRES · 1.3 mi · 2,430 sqft$499,900 sold 2026-08
3003 Beech Grove LN · 1.5 mi · 2,300 sqft$529,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$625,000

Price / Sq Ft

$269

Annual Taxes

$4,110

Monthly Tax

$343

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.66%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 10, 2026$625,000—
Currently listed—$625,000—

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:

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

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd 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 5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd 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.
Is 5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek,Deep Water Access,Marsh,Navigable,River,Tidal.
Does 5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd built?+
It was built in 1972, 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 Michelle Knowles · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10657265

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5117 Bennetts Pasture Rd, Suffolk, Virginia 23435 · MLS #10657265 · 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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