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Nansemond

Nansemond

Suburban Neighborhood in Suffolk, Virginia

Suffolk City County 23435

$369,999 Average Value
$196 Average Price per Sq Ft
24 Homes For Sale

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.
Some homes in Nansemond have waterfront access.
Nansemond homes combine charm and luxury.
Nansemond homes combine charm and luxury.
Nansemond is a warm, welcoming community.
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.
Nansemond students attend Northern Shores Elementary.
Students in Nansemond attend Cherry Middle School.
Students in Nansemond attend Cherry Middle School.
Nansemond River High School is located in Suffolk, Virginia.
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.
Residents spend time outside at Magnolia Park.
Pughsville Park is a popular spot to enjoy the outdoors.
Pughsville Park is a popular spot to enjoy the outdoors.
Golf is a popular pastime in Nansemond.
Golf is a popular pastime in Nansemond.
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Nansemond residents shop at Harris Teeter for groceries.
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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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Norfolk International

29 min drive

Bus

Hampton Roads & Respass Beach

Bus

College & Lake View

Bus

Hampton Roads & Matthew

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Nansemond US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 6 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$385,000
Median Single Family Price
$370,000
Median Townhouse Price
$414,500
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$245,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$196
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Last 12 months Home Sales
171
Months of Supply
1.70
Median List Price
$389,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,676
Median Year Built
1996
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,921
On par with the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,976
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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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
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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