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$499,900
1695days on market

8.6acs Councill Drive, Franklin, VA 23851

ActiveLand and Farms · ALL OTHERS AREA 67

Facts & features

Type

Land and Farms

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,435/yr

County

Franklin VA

MLS #

10415140

Utilities & systems

Utilities available
Electric Avail, Sewer Avail, Water Avail

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
8.6500
Road surface
Paved
Subdivision
ALL OTHERS AREA 67
Zoning
M-1
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLMNT

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Wooded 8.648 acre parcel adjacent to Walmart awaiting your business or businesses. City utilities are available. Currently M-1 zoning which allows for wholesale, retail and service businesses. Property fronts on Council Drive accessed via Armory Drive. The property is also located within the Enterprise Zone that offers economic incentives for new businesses. Do not miss this opportunity to own this unique location. Call your favorite Realtor today for more information.

Listing courtesy of Darren Stauffer · CENTURY 21 Gold Market Realty · REIN MLS #10415140

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Eight and a half acres on Councill Drive in Franklin, Virginia — raw, open land with room to build, farm, or simply hold. Grocery stores, restaurants, and everyday conveniences sit within a quarter mile, making this a rare find where rural scale meets walkable access.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 8.6 acres on Councill Drive apart is the combination of meaningful acreage and immediate proximity to town amenities. Most land parcels this size sit far from daily conveniences, but here you're within a short walk of grocery stores and dining. Whether you're envisioning a custom homesite, a small hobby farm, or a long-term land investment, the canvas is wide open and the location keeps daily life within easy reach.

ALL OTHERS AREA 67 and the Franklin real estate market

Franklin, Virginia is a small, tight-knit city in Southampton County — the kind of place where people know their neighbors and the pace of life feels intentional. Sitting along the Blackwater River, Franklin has a genuine small-city character with a working downtown, local businesses, and a community that takes pride in its roots. The Councill Drive corridor puts you right at the edge of town's commercial activity without being swallowed by it — you get the acreage and the quiet, with Food Lion and Walmart Supercenter both under a third of a mile away. Franklin's location in the Hampton Roads region means you're connected to the broader Virginia economy while enjoying land values and a lifestyle that larger coastal cities simply can't match. For anyone comparing land opportunities across the region, this is the kind of parcel that anchors Franklin, Virginia as a serious option.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely walkable from Councill Drive. Food Lion is 0.2 miles away, and Walmart Supercenter is just 0.3 miles — grocery runs don't require much of a trip. When you're ready to eat out, Pizza Hut is essentially at the door, Applebee's Grill + Bar is 0.1 miles away, and Burger King is equally close. Wawa, The Hubs Vine, and Hubs Virginia Peanuts — a local Franklin landmark — are all within 0.3 miles for your morning coffee. Anytime Fitness is 0.2 miles away, and the Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops is under a mile for four-legged members of the household.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is about 42 minutes from Councill Drive, making this acreage a workable option for military households looking to put down real roots. A VA loan can be used to finance a primary residence construction on raw land in some configurations — worth exploring with a lender who knows the program. Eight-plus acres gives a military family genuine space to build exactly what they want.

For buyers drawn to character

If your vision involves building something from scratch — a custom home with a workshop, a small farm with a garden and animals, or a private retreat that still has a Wawa nearby — 8.6 acres on Councill Drive is the kind of blank slate that rarely appears this close to town. Franklin's unhurried character and genuine community make the lifestyle match as compelling as the land itself.

More buyer questions

How far is 8.6acs Councill Drive from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?

The drive from Councill Drive in Franklin to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 42 minutes under normal traffic conditions. The route connects via US-58, a well-traveled corridor through the region.

What can you build on this land in Franklin, Virginia?

Southampton County zoning rules govern what's permitted on parcels in this area, and 8.65 acres opens up a range of possibilities including residential construction, agricultural use, and accessory structures. Confirming the current zoning designation with Southampton County directly is the right first step before any development planning.

Is this parcel in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this parcel is addressed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that section will give you the most accurate and up-to-date designation.

Are there utilities already on the property at Councill Drive?

Utility availability — including water, sewer, and electric connections — should be verified directly with the City of Franklin and relevant utility providers. Given the parcel's proximity to established commercial areas, connection feasibility is worth a direct inquiry.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase land in Franklin, Virginia?

VA loans are designed for primary residence financing and generally cannot be used to purchase raw land alone, though some construction-to-permanent loan programs exist that may incorporate VA benefits. Speaking with a VA-experienced lender is the best way to understand what's possible for a land-and-build scenario.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Franklin and the surrounding Southampton County land market well. Reach out to talk through what's possible on Councill Drive.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

  • ElementaryS.P. Morton Elementary
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  • MiddleJoseph P. King Jr. Middle
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  • HighFranklin
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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 510060

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Not in a designated hurricane evacuation zone.

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

Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

Run the real carrying cost

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

$2,943/mo

Principal & interest

$2,594

Property tax

$203

Home insurance

$146

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

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$499,900

Price / Sq Ft

$0

Annual Taxes

$2,435

Monthly Tax

$203

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.49%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedDec 13, 2021$499,900—
Currently listed—$499,900—

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:

Franklin 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

1695 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 8.6acs Councill Drive in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are S.P. Morton Elementary, Joseph P. King Jr. Middle, Franklin. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 8.6acs Councill Drive 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 there a gym near 8.6acs Councill Drive?+
Yes — Anytime Fitness is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 8.6acs Councill Drive?+
Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops is about 1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 8.6acs Councill Drive?+
Walmart Grocery Pickup is about 0.1 miles away. The closest dining on record is Arby's (0.1 mi).
Does 8.6acs Councill Drive have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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8.6acs Councill Drive, Franklin, Virginia 23851 · MLS #10415140 · 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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