Why this home stands out
What sets 916 Maryland Avenue apart is the combination of generous square footage and an unbeatable proximity to Joint Staff J7 Suffolk — literally a two-minute drive. For a 1960-built home, 2,310 square feet gives you real room to spread out: four dedicated bedrooms, two full baths, and enough common-area space to host, work from home, or simply breathe. That's a rare pairing in this price range of Suffolk.
LAKESIDE and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area on the entire East Coast, and that scale translates into a lifestyle that feels genuinely unhurried. Maryland Avenue sits within the older, established core of Suffolk — a part of the city where mid-century homes line tree-shaded streets and neighbors tend to know each other's names. The surrounding blocks have a settled, residential character: sidewalks, mature landscaping, and the kind of quiet that suburban subdivisions try to manufacture but rarely achieve organically. Downtown Suffolk is only a short drive away, where you'll find locally owned restaurants, a farmers market, and a growing arts scene anchored by the Constant's Wharf area along the Nansemond River. Suffolk also connects easily to the broader Hampton Roads region via Route 58 and US-460, so Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Portsmouth are all within comfortable reach. For a city its size, Suffolk punches well above its weight in parks, greenways, and open space — making it a solid long-term base for families and professionals alike.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are straightforward from 916 Maryland Avenue. The Harbour View corridor along Route 17 puts major grocery chains, pharmacies, and big-box retailers within a 10-to-15-minute drive north. Downtown Suffolk's Main Street offers a more local flavor — coffee shops, diners, and specialty retailers that give the city its distinct identity. Constant's Wharf Park and Marina provides waterfront access along the Nansemond River for weekend walks or kayak launches. Bennett's Creek Park is another nearby green space worth knowing, with trails and picnic areas. For commuters, the location threads the needle between Joint Staff J7 Suffolk to the immediate west and NSA Northwest Annex roughly 36 minutes away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is two minutes from the front door — that's about as close as it gets without living on base. For active-duty families, that kind of proximity means less time commuting and more time at home. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and four bedrooms give the whole family room to settle in for a tour — or two.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown your current space, 2,310 square feet across four bedrooms and two baths gives your family genuine room to grow. The 1960-era construction means solid bones and larger room proportions than many newer builds. Add in Suffolk's spacious, low-density character and you have the kind of address where kids can actually play outside and neighbors become long-term friends.
More buyer questions
How far is 916 Maryland Avenue from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately a two-minute drive from 916 Maryland Avenue, making it one of the closest off-base residential options available. That proximity is a significant practical advantage for personnel assigned there.
How far is 916 Maryland Avenue from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 36 minutes from 916 Maryland Avenue under typical traffic conditions. The drive follows established regional routes through western Hampton Roads.
What is the square footage and layout of 916 Maryland Avenue?
The home offers 2,310 square feet of living space configured across four bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Built in 1960, the floor plan reflects the more generous room proportions common to mid-century residential construction.
Is 916 Maryland Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that tile will give you the most accurate and up-to-date classification.
What is the surrounding neighborhood like near Maryland Avenue in Suffolk?
The area around Maryland Avenue is part of Suffolk's established residential core — mid-century homes, mature trees, and a walkable, neighborhood-scale character. Downtown Suffolk and its dining and retail options are a short drive away, and the city's extensive park system adds meaningful outdoor access.
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