Why this home stands out
Few homes this close to a military installation also sit within a tenth of a mile of a neighborhood park. The 2,976-square-foot footprint — generous by any measure for a mid-century single-family home — gives households with multiple people, remote workers, or anyone who simply wants breathing room a layout that doesn't force compromises. The 1949 construction era brings solid bones and proportions that newer tract homes rarely match.
ALL OTHERS AREA 63 and the Suffolk real estate market
Virginia Avenue runs through one of Suffolk's established residential corridors, where mid-century homes line tree-shaded streets and the pace feels genuinely unhurried. Suffolk itself is one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast, and that scale means you get a real small-city feel — local restaurants, independent shops, community parks — without the congestion of denser Hampton Roads markets. The city sits at the western edge of the metro, giving residents a quieter daily rhythm while keeping Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth within a reasonable drive. This particular stretch of Virginia Avenue benefits from walkable proximity to Lakeside Park, Boston Park, and Peanut Park, making it easy to step outside and decompress without getting in a car. The surrounding blocks have the kind of established character that only comes with decades of people actually living in and caring for their homes — mature landscaping, wide lots, and neighbors who tend to stay.
What's nearby
Lakeside Park is just 0.1 miles away — a quick walk for morning routines or an afternoon outside. For groceries, Neighborhood Supermarket is 0.3 miles out, and a second location sits at 0.4 miles. Hardee's, Dragon Chinese Restaurant, and M&R Seafood are all within 0.4 miles for quick meals. Brighter Day Cafe and Holland's are both under a mile for coffee. Fitness options are well-represented nearby too — Allonge Pilates Studio, C-FIT Studio, and The Yoga Room are all within a mile. Boston Park and Peanut Park round out the outdoor options at 0.5 and 0.6 miles respectively.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is literally two minutes away — it's hard to find a home this close to the gate that also gives you four bedrooms and nearly 3,000 square feet. For service members using a VA loan, the combination of space, proximity, and an established neighborhood makes 908 Virginia Avenue worth a serious look. NSA Northwest Annex is also reachable in about 36 minutes.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and 2,976 square feet in an established Suffolk neighborhood means there's room for everyone — dedicated home office, guest room, playroom, or all three. Lakeside Park is steps away for the kids, and the surrounding streets have the kind of settled, lived-in character that makes a neighborhood feel like home from day one.
More buyer questions
How far is 908 Virginia Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately a two-minute drive from 908 Virginia Avenue, making this one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
How far is 908 Virginia Avenue from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 36 minutes from 908 Virginia Avenue, manageable for a commute depending on your duty schedule.
What parks are near 908 Virginia Avenue in Suffolk?
Lakeside Park is just 0.1 miles away, Boston Park is 0.5 miles out, and Peanut Park sits 0.6 miles from the address — all walkable from the front door.
Is 908 Virginia Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property.
What is the square footage and layout of 908 Virginia Avenue?
The home offers 2,976 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and one and a half baths, built in 1949 as a single-family residence on Virginia Avenue in Suffolk.
Want to walk through 908 Virginia Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Suffolk market well — reach out and let's set something up.
