Why this home stands out
What sets 9501 N River Road apart is the combination of generous square footage, a newer build year, and a location that genuinely earns the word 'riverfront-adjacent.' Bill Jessee Park is literally across the street, River Park Fishing Pier is a four-minute walk, and two major Navy installations are both reachable in under fifteen minutes. That trifecta — space, access, and lifestyle — is hard to replicate in this price corridor of Suffolk.
THE RIVERFRONT and the Suffolk real estate market
Suffolk is Virginia's largest city by land area, and the North River Road corridor showcases exactly why people fall in love with its western reaches. This stretch hugs the Nansemond River, offering a pace of life that feels distinctly unhurried — wide lots, mature trees, and a genuine waterside character that newer master-planned communities can't manufacture. The neighborhood around 9501 N River Road sits in a quiet residential pocket where neighbors know each other and outdoor recreation is woven into everyday life. You're not in a dense subdivision here; you're in a community that grew organically along the river, and it shows in the variety of homes and the pride of ownership visible on every block. Suffolk's broader amenities — regional shopping, medical facilities, and major highway access via Route 17 and US-58 — are all within a reasonable drive, so you get the calm without the isolation. For buyers searching for Suffolk waterfront-area living with room to spread out, North River Road consistently delivers.
What's nearby
Step outside and you're essentially at the park — Bill Jessee Park is just 0.1 miles away, making afternoon walks, weekend picnics, and impromptu outdoor time effortless. River Park Fishing Pier is only 0.4 miles down the road, a favorite local spot for catching striped bass and simply watching the river move. When it's time to eat, River Stone Chophouse is half a mile away and has earned a loyal following for its steaks and waterfront ambiance. New Realm Brewing Co. is just a mile out, offering craft beers and a relaxed atmosphere that's become a neighborhood gathering spot. Daily errands require a short drive into central Suffolk, but for food, fresh air, and the water, everything you need is right here.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
NSA Northwest Annex is eight minutes from the front door, and NSA Hampton Roads is fourteen — both well within the commute range most military families target. Five bedrooms give you the flexibility to host family, set up a dedicated home office, or accommodate a PCS move with room to grow. A VA loan can make a home at this square footage more accessible than you might expect.
For families upgrading
At 3,759 square feet across five bedrooms and four and a half baths, 9501 N River Road gives a growing family genuine room to breathe. Kids can walk to Bill Jessee Park independently, the fishing pier is a short stroll for weekend adventures, and the 2014 build year means the big-ticket systems are still in their prime. This is the kind of home families move into and stay in for a decade.
More buyer questions
How far is 9501 N River Road from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately 8 minutes by car from 9501 N River Road, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Suffolk area. NSA Hampton Roads is about 14 minutes away, giving households with assignments at either command a very manageable daily commute.
Is 9501 N River Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this property is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Given the proximity to the Nansemond River, reviewing that tile carefully before making decisions is always a good idea.
What is the lot like at 9501 N River Road?
The property sits along North River Road in a residential corridor that borders the Nansemond River, with Bill Jessee Park directly nearby and River Park Fishing Pier less than half a mile away — suggesting meaningful outdoor space and a genuine connection to the waterfront environment.
How old is the home at 9501 N River Road?
The home was built in 2014, making it just over a decade old — recent enough that major systems like HVAC, roofing, and plumbing are well within typical service life, but established enough to have settled into the neighborhood.
Does 9501 N River Road have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current disclosure documents, as community association structures in this area can vary by subdivision boundary. Your agent can pull that detail quickly during the due-diligence process.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this Suffolk corridor well. Reach out to ask questions, schedule a walkthrough, or talk through how a VA loan might work for this property.
