Crittenden Homes for Sale in Suffolk, VA
Crittenden is a historic village on the water in the north part of Suffolk. Suffolk is one of the largest cities by land area in Virginia. It has many distinct villages. Crittenden sits on the peninsula between the Nansemond River, Chuckatuck Creek, and the James River. Its neighbors are the villages of Eclipse and Hobson. The area grew up in the late 19th century around oystering, crabbing, fishing, and boatbuilding. That working-water past still shapes the village today. The homes reflect that long history. Older village cottages and farmhouses sit beside newer custom homes. Many of the newer ones are built to capture wide river and creek views. Water access is a key feature here. It ranges from private docks and bulkheads to deep-water frontage for boaters and anglers. This is an end-of-the-road spot on the water. It is set apart from the busy commercial strips of Hampton Roads.
2 homes for sale in Crittenden right now.
2
Active Listings
$325,000
Median List Price
$219
Avg. $ / Sq. Ft.
77
Avg. Days on Market
102d ago
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Living in Crittenden
Daily life in Crittenden centers on the water and the rhythm of a small village. Boats launch from private docks, and crabbing and fishing happen right off them. Working watermen still ply Chuckatuck Creek and the Nansemond River. Local landmarks anchor village life. They include Ebenezer United Methodist Church and the Crittenden, Eclipse and Hobson Ruritan Club. The club is housed in a former schoolhouse. It is known for its summer gatherings along the creek. The setting is rural, with open farmland, marsh, and shoreline rather than strip retail. Everyday shopping, dining, and services are a short drive north. They sit in the Harbour View and Bennett's Creek areas of North Suffolk. There you will find grocery stores and restaurants. Bennett's Creek Park is there too, with a boat ramp, trails, and a fishing pier. Getting in and out runs along Crittenden Road and U.S. Route 17. That highway crosses Chuckatuck Creek on the Crittenden Bridge, also named for Sidney B. Hazelwood Sr. It heads toward Isle of Wight County. The road also links south and east into the wider Hampton Roads network. That includes routes toward downtown Suffolk, Chesapeake, the shipyards, and the region's naval bases. The James River and Monitor-Merrimac crossings lead to the Peninsula.
Crittenden is a small, settled village on the water, not a large subdivision. So inventory is thin and turnover is slow. The housing mix spans original early-to-mid-20th-century village homes and farmhouses. It runs through to newer custom and infill homes along the shore. A handful of newer water-oriented homes add modern options. Demand is driven largely by the water. Buyers seek deep-water access, dock potential, and long river or creek views. The rural setting draws interest too. So do the road links to the Peninsula and the rest of Hampton Roads. Water-access lots in North Suffolk are scarce. So well-placed homes on the water here tend to attract steady interest when they come up.
Recently sold in Crittenden
The latest 3 closings from the REIN MLS. Each opens the home's full sold record.
Census profile of the Crittenden area
$125,155
Median household income
48.7
Median age
90.1%
Owner-occupied households
42.9%
Bachelor's degree or higher
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024), census-tract level for the Crittenden area. Shown identically for every neighborhood.
Bases & commutes
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Listings & market data updated September 2026 · Live REIN MLS data
Crittenden real estate FAQ
Where exactly is Crittenden located in Suffolk?+
Crittenden is an unincorporated waterfront village in the north part of the city of Suffolk. It sits on the peninsula between the Nansemond River, Chuckatuck Creek, and the James River. The village lies along U.S. Route 17, just south of where the highway crosses Chuckatuck Creek. It adjoins the historic villages of Eclipse and Hobson.
What kinds of homes are found in Crittenden?+
The area blends older village cottages and farmhouses with newer custom and waterfront homes. Many homes focus on water access and views. Lots tend to be larger and more rural than in Suffolk's master-planned subdivisions.
Is Crittenden a waterfront community?+
Yes. Water is a defining feature. Homes offer frontage, docks, or bulkheads on the Nansemond River and Chuckatuck Creek. Deep-water access is a common draw for boaters and anglers.
What is the commute like from Crittenden?+
Travel runs along Crittenden Road and U.S. Route 17. The highway crosses Chuckatuck Creek toward Isle of Wight County. It ties into the wider Hampton Roads road network. From there, routes lead to downtown Suffolk and Chesapeake. They also reach the James River Bridge and the I-664 Monitor-Merrimac Memorial Bridge-Tunnel. Those crossings lead toward Newport News and the Peninsula.
Which schools serve the Crittenden area?+
Crittenden is part of Suffolk City Public Schools. Confirm current elementary, middle, and high school assignments with the Suffolk City Public Schools attendance-zone tool. Review ratings on GreatSchools before you buy.
What is there to do near Crittenden?+
Activities center on the water, with boating, crabbing, and fishing from local docks and creeks. Nearby Bennett's Creek Park offers a boat ramp, trails, and a fishing pier. Everyday shopping and dining are a short drive north. They sit in the Harbour View and Bennett's Creek sections of North Suffolk.
About Suffolk
Homes for sale in Suffolk, VA offer some of the best value on new homes in Hampton Roads. Suffolk is Virginia's largest city by land area. It covers 430+ square miles. Driver, Bennett's Creek, and North Suffolk in the 23435 ZIP have brand-new master-planned neighborhoods. Downtown Suffolk in 23434 has historic neighborhoods. Prices here usually run 15-25% lower than the same kind of home in Virginia Beach or Chesapeake. North Suffolk, ZIP 23435, is growing faster than any other part of the city. Its commute to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and downtown Norfolk runs via Route 17. That commute is a big draw. The Driver and Burbage Grant neighborhoods have 4-5 bedroom new construction. Prices there run $450K-$700K. Holland and Southwest Suffolk in 23437 and downtown Suffolk in 23434 have lower-priced homes under $350K. Historic Victorian and Craftsman homes sit in walkable neighborhoods. Suffolk Public Schools runs the K-12 schools. King's Fork High, Lakeland High, and Nansemond River High are the main high schools. The Suffolk listings below pull live from the REIN MLS. They refresh every 2 minutes.
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