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Suffolk suburb just south of the James River
Just south of the James River in Suffolk, Virginia, sits Nansemond, a suburban area of quiet, leafy subdivisions minutes from bustling shopping centers and the Hampton Roads Beltway. “It’s one of the most centrally-located parts of Hampton Roads. A fantastic Suffolk location,” says Lee Cross, a Suffolk native and the managing broker and third-generation co-owner of Cross Realty. “It’s a really easy commute not only to jobs in Suffolk but anywhere in Hampton Roads. It’s also close to a lot of amenities. There are a ton of shopping, restaurant and entertainment options nearby.”
Single-family and townhouse options
The Nansemond area offers home seekers a variety of housing options, from 1960s brick ranch-style and 1990s modern traditional single-family homes to newly constructed tri-level townhouses. Home sizes range from around 1,200 to 3,000 square feet with three or four bedrooms, and list prices fall between $240,000 and $465,000. “The homes are very much in demand there,” Cross says. “It’s still a seller’s market, but that area also has a lower price point than other parts of north Suffolk. It’s an opportunity for people to be in north Suffolk for less.”
Some homes in Nansemond have waterfront access.
Nansemond homes combine charm and luxury.
Nansemond is a warm, welcoming community.
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STEM curriculum and college prep
Area kids attend Suffolk City Public Schools, including Northern Shores Elementary, rated a B by Niche, where students receive a comprehensive STEM-based curriculum, and Cherry Middle, named after Air Force fighter pilot and Vietnam POW Colonel Fred Cherry, which Niche gives a B-minus. Next up, B-rated Nansemond River High School offers several academic programs, including Advanced Placement and dual enrollment with Paul D. Camp Community College.
Nansemond students attend Northern Shores Elementary.
Students in Nansemond attend Cherry Middle School.
Nansemond River High School is located in Suffolk, Virginia.
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Neighborhood parks and five-star fairways
Some pleasant green spaces for enjoying the outdoors are tucked away among Nansemond's quiet neighborhoods, like Magnolia Park and Pughsville Park, where visitors will find playgrounds, basketball courts, shady picnic shelters, and walking paths. Those who prefer fairways over playgrounds can book a tee time on the Riverfront Golf Club’s 18-hole waterfront course, designed by well-known golf architect Tom Doak and rated five stars by Golf Digest.
Residents spend time outside at Magnolia Park.
Pughsville Park is a popular spot to enjoy the outdoors.
Golf is a popular pastime in Nansemond.
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Nansemond residents shop at Harris Teeter for groceries.
Stores and restaurants galore
With several shopping centers nearby, like Harbour View Marketplace, area residents are spoiled for choice when it comes to easily accessible restaurant and retail options. From a spicy tuna roll at Ninja Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar to River Stone Chophouse’s signature ribeye, folks will find what they’re craving. Home chefs will love the convenience of having multiple grocery stores close by, like Harris Teeter and Lidl, and errand runners will appreciate the selection of big-box stores, like Walmart Supercenter, Kohl’s and PetSmart, that are so close to home.
Annual Peanut Festival fun
Once the home of Planters Peanuts founder Amedeo Obici and the hub of Virginia’s peanut industry, it’s not surprising that Suffolk pays homage to the much-loved legume with its annual Peanut Festival. During the four days of festivities, Suffolk residents and folks from all over the region celebrate the area’s peanut heritage with fireworks, carnival rides, live music, a parade, the Peanut Cup Autocross race and more.
Nearby highways and transit stops
With major roadways, like Interstate 664 and Highway 164, easily accessible from the Nansemond area, commutes to other Hampton Roads destinations, like the 16-mile drive to Naval Station Norfolk, are pretty straightforward, depending on the time of day and level of traffic. Those commuting around Suffolk can hop on a Hampton Roads Transit bus at one of the numerous stops along Harbour View Boulevard and College Drive.
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Parks in this Area
Magnolia Park
Hoffler Creek Wildlife Preserve
Pughsville Park
Bill Jessee Park
River Park
Dunedin Park
Basketball
Fishing
Grills
Transit
Airport
Norfolk International
29 min drive
Bus
Hampton Roads & Respass Beach
Bus
College & Lake View
Bus
Hampton Roads & Matthew
Nansemond Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Nansemond, Suffolk sell after 228 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Nansemond, Suffolk over the last 12 months is $565,000, up 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,869
Median Age
36
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$82,333
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$99,105
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.8%
Advanced Degrees
12.9%
% Population in Labor Force
78.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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