296 days on market
$524,000
Mm River Highlands (Alden) None
Suffolk, Virginia 23434
MLS# 10597254 · RIVER HIGHLANDS · Suffolk VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,339/mo
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Price / sq ft
$186
2,815 sq ft
Days on market
296
HOA
None
Year built
2026
0 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
2,815
Garage
Yes
About this home
With 3 bedrooms, 2.5 full bathrooms, and nearly 3,000 square feet, The Alden is built to impress. A standout feature is the main-level study, offering the flexibility of a private retreat. You'll also find a formal dining room perfect for hosting holiday dinners and special occasions, casual meals, or quiet mornings with coffee and a view. The heart of the home is the designer-inspired kitchen, complete with GE appli…
Listed by Danielle Wallace · SM Brokerage LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Meet the Alden plan at River Highlands — a brand-new 2026-built, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home spanning 2,815 square feet in Suffolk, Virginia. With new construction quality, a convenient western Suffolk location, and Joint Staff J7 Suffolk just eight minutes away, this address checks a lot of boxes.
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Why this home stands out
New construction in 2026 means everything — the roof, the systems, the finishes — starts at zero miles. The Alden floor plan stretches across 2,815 square feet, giving you genuine room to spread out across three bedrooms and two and a half baths. River Highlands is a planned community with the kind of cohesive streetscape that new builds deliver, and the western Suffolk location puts you close to everyday conveniences without the congestion of the coast.
RIVER HIGHLANDS and the Suffolk real estate market
River Highlands sits in the western reaches of Suffolk, Virginia — one of the largest cities by land area on the East Coast — where newer subdivisions have taken root alongside the city's quieter, more spacious character. Streets here are clean and well-planned, with the kind of community feel that comes from a neighborhood where most homes were built in the same modern era. Suffolk itself has grown steadily as a destination for buyers who want more square footage and more breathing room than tighter coastal markets offer. If you've been searching for harbour view suffolk va comparisons, River Highlands gives you that same western Suffolk accessibility with a distinct neighborhood identity of its own. The city's mix of rural stretches, retail corridors along Route 17 and Harbour View Drive, and proximity to Hampton Roads' major employment hubs makes it a practical and genuinely pleasant place to put down roots. Suffolk is part of Hampton Roads but operates at its own pace — and that's a feature, not a bug.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are genuinely easy here. Food Lion is about a mile away for grocery runs, and a Wawa sits just 0.8 miles out — useful for both a quick coffee stop and a fast bite. Bojangles and Taco Bell are also right at that same 0.8-mile mark when you want something quick. For a sit-down coffee experience, Pressed Café is under a mile away. Anytime Fitness is 0.7 miles from the address if you prefer a gym close to home. Neighborhood Park is only 0.6 miles away — an easy walk or a short bike ride for kids and adults alike.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is eight minutes from River Highlands — about as close as it gets for a brand-new construction home in this price corridor. NSA Northwest Annex is roughly 28 minutes out. Using a VA loan to buy new construction is straightforward, and your BAH in the Suffolk area typically aligns well with western Suffolk pricing. A 2026-built home also means fewer maintenance surprises during a typical tour of duty.
For families upgrading
At 2,815 square feet across three bedrooms and two and a half baths, the Alden plan gives growing families room that older, smaller homes in the region simply can't match. New construction means you're not inheriting someone else's deferred maintenance — the mechanicals, the roof, the insulation all start fresh. River Highlands has the kind of planned neighborhood layout where kids can move around safely, and Neighborhood Park is less than a mile away for weekend afternoons.
Frequently asked questions
How far is River Highlands (Alden) from Joint Staff J7 Suffolk?
Joint Staff J7 Suffolk is approximately 8 minutes from River Highlands under normal traffic conditions. That's one of the shortest commutes to that installation you'll find in a new construction community.
What is the square footage and layout of the Alden plan at River Highlands?
The Alden plan offers 2,815 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. It's a 2026 new construction home, so every square foot is built to current code and standards.
Is River Highlands in Suffolk part of an HOA?
River Highlands is a planned community and does carry an HOA. Specific fee amounts and covenants are disclosed during the purchase process — your agent can pull the current documents.
Are there flood zone concerns for this address in Suffolk?
Suffolk has a mix of flood zones given its geography, but western Suffolk neighborhoods like River Highlands are generally situated on higher ground. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the FEMA designation specific to this lot.
What grocery stores and everyday conveniences are near River Highlands?
Food Lion is about 1.0 mile away, and a Wawa is just 0.8 miles out for quick stops. Anytime Fitness, Bojangles, Taco Bell, and Pressed Café are all within a mile of the address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know River Highlands and the wider Suffolk market well. Reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walkthrough of the Alden plan.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
2,815
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Energy Star Appliance(s), Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$524,000
Price / Sq Ft
$186
Annual Taxes
$5,607
Monthly Tax
$467
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.07%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Aug 13, 2025 | $524,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $524,000 | — |
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About buying in Suffolk
Homes for sale in Suffolk, VA represent some of the best new-construction value in Hampton Roads. As Virginia's largest city by land area (430+ square miles), Suffolk offers a mix of brand-new master-planned communities (Driver, Bennett's Creek, North Suffolk in the 23435 ZIP) and historic downtown Suffolk neighborhoods (23434), all at prices typically 15-25% lower than equivalent homes in Virginia Beach or Chesapeake. North Suffolk (23435) is the fastest-growing submarket — its commute time to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and downtown Norfolk via Route 17 makes it a top pick for military and shipyard families. The Driver and Burbage Grant communities feature 4-5 bedroom new construction in the $450K-$700K range. Holland and Southwest Suffolk (23437) and downtown Suffolk (23434) offer more affordable inventory under $350K, with historic Victorian and Craftsman homes available in walkable neighborhoods. Suffolk Public Schools serves the K-12 population, with King's Fork High, Lakeland High, and Nansemond River High as the main high schools. The Suffolk listings below pull live from the REIN MLS and refresh every 5 minutes.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,339/moPrincipal & interest
$2,719
Property tax
$467
Home insurance
$153
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by SM Brokerage LLC · MLS# 10597254
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$524,000
MM River Highlands (Alden) NONE, SUFFOLK VA 23434
Suffolk, Virginia 23434
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