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3beds
2.1baths
2,328sqft
8days on market

540 W Main St, Wakefield, VA 23888

ActiveResidential · built 1963 · ALL OTHERS AREA 71

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained ranch home situated on 1.7 acres. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, this home features a light-filled formal living room, elegant dining room, and a generously sized family room perfect for gathering with family and friends. Rich wood floors flow throughout much of the home, adding warmth and character. The eat-in kitchen offers updated appliances and plenty of space for everyday living. In the primary bedroom, you'll find double closets and an updated en-suite bath with a custom-tiled shower and a dedicated vanity area. The hall bathroom has also been tastefully updated. Enjoy the patio area, a versatile spot for relaxing or entertaining. Additional features include an attached 2-car garage, finished detached 1-car garage with lean-to for covered storage, and a whole-house generator. With its thoughtful updates, spacious layout and great curb appeal this property is move in ready and waiting for its next owner.

Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Renney · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659193

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1963

Price / sqft

$172

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,750/yr

County

Sussex County VA

MLS #

10659193

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,328
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Backup Generator, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Composite
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.7000
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 71
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Garage Det 1 Car, 4 Space
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

540 W Main Street is a 2,328-square-foot home in Wakefield, Virginia, built in 1963. It offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a classic mid-century footprint. Wakefield is a small, tight-knit town in Sussex County. Life here runs at a quieter pace, with everyday needs close by.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from the early 1960s carry a solidity that newer construction rarely matches. At 2,328 square feet, 540 W Main Street gives you real room to spread out — three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a layout built for daily living rather than just curb appeal. The lot sits right on Main Street, putting you at the center of a small town that still functions like one.

ALL OTHERS AREA 71 and the Wakefield real estate market

Wakefield is the kind of town where people know their neighbors by name. Main Street runs through the heart of it, lined with modest homes and local businesses that have been there for decades. The housing stock is a mix of mid-century ranches and older two-stories, most on generous lots. It's a slow-speed, low-traffic stretch of Virginia that feels genuinely removed from the sprawl of the Hampton Roads metro. Sussex County governs the area, and Wakefield serves as its commercial and civic anchor. The town is small — just a few thousand residents — but it punches above its weight for everyday convenience. Route 460 connects Wakefield west toward Petersburg and east toward Suffolk and the broader Hampton Roads region. That corridor makes commuting manageable without requiring you to live inside a busy suburb. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Wakefield, Virginia will find this address sits right in the walkable core of town, within easy reach of local staples.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from 540 W Main Street. Dollar General is 0.7 miles away and covers household basics. Wakefield Peanut Co LP — a local institution — is just 0.8 miles out and worth knowing about. Subway and a 7-Eleven are both within 0.8 miles for quick meals or a coffee run. Pino's Pizza and Restaurant is 0.9 miles away and a solid option for a sit-down dinner close to home. Everything on this list is reachable in under five minutes by car, and several are walkable depending on your pace.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Joint Base Langley-Eustis (Fort Eustis) is about 52 minutes from 540 W Main Street via Route 460 east. VA loan financing is a common and practical choice for buyers in Sussex County. The home's three bedrooms and 2,328 square feet offer enough space to settle in without a long setup period. Wakefield's low-traffic streets and straightforward layout make the daily routine easy to manage.

For first-time buyers

540 W Main Street is a concrete starting point for anyone entering the market. The 1963 build means the bones are solid and the square footage — 2,328 feet — is well above what many first purchases deliver. Three bedrooms and two and a half baths give you room to grow into the home over time. Wakefield's lower cost of living compared to the Hampton Roads core makes this one of the more accessible entry points in the region.

More buyer questions

How far is 540 W Main Street from Joint Base Langley-Eustis?

The drive is about 52 minutes via Route 460 east toward Newport News. Traffic on that corridor is generally lighter than metro-area commutes.

What is the square footage and layout of 540 W Main Street?

The home is 2,328 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths. It was built in 1963 and sits on Main Street in Wakefield, Virginia.

Is 540 W Main Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

Where is Wakefield, Virginia located relative to Hampton Roads?

Wakefield sits in Sussex County, roughly 40 miles west of Suffolk along Route 460. It's within driving range of the Hampton Roads metro but well outside the suburban core.

What grocery and dining options are near 540 W Main Street?

Dollar General and Wakefield Peanut Co LP are both under a mile away for everyday needs. Subway, 7-Eleven, and Pino's Pizza and Restaurant are all within 0.9 miles for quick meals.

Want to see 540 W Main Street in person? Tom and Dariya Milan with LPT Realty are ready to set up a showing and answer your questions about Wakefield.

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.

  • ElementarySussex Central Elementary
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  • MiddleSussex Central Middle
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  • HighSussex Central
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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 51183C

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 51183C

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

91.3 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

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

JBLE Ft Eustis

Army

73min·44mi

J7 Suffolk

Joint

51min·30.7mi

NWS Yorktown

Navy

69min·40.2mi

Camp Peary

DoD

67min·37.2mi

JBLE Langley

Air Force

84min·49.3mi

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

$2,338/mo

Principal & interest

$2,075

Property tax

$146

Home insurance

$117

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

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$399,950

Price / Sq Ft

$172

Annual Taxes

$1,750

Monthly Tax

$146

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.44%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 24, 2026$399,950—
Currently listed—$399,950—

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:

Wakefield Assessor (Google)

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

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 540 W Main St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Sussex Central Elementary, Sussex Central Middle, Sussex Central. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 540 W Main St 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 540 W Main St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 540 W Main St built?+
It was built in 1963, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Renney · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10659193

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540 W Main St, Wakefield, Virginia 23888 · MLS #10659193 · 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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