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About Suffolk
Suffolk, Virginia is 28 miles W of Virginia Beach, Virginia. Suffolk is situated in the South Hampton Roads region of Eastern Virginia. By acreage it's the biggest municipality of the Seven Cities of Hampton Roads. The city was the birthplace of Mr. Peanut, the famous mascot of Planters Peanuts. It's a primary railroad and highway transportation center and is a prominent peanut processing location.
The economy is based on retail businesses, manufacturing, distribution, farming and a variety of hospitality businesses. Major employers in the city include Planters Peanuts, Lipton Tea, QVC, Unilever, Lockheed Martin and Raytheon. The city consists of a large number of distinct areas. Suffolk was hit by a Tornado in 2008 which damaged more than 120 homes and 12 businesses.
In 1742 the town was established and utilized as a port along the Nansemond River. It was originally named Constance's Warehouse. The name was taken from the Royal Governor William Gooch's home of Suffolk, England. It was an important transportation center due to the railroads running through the city. The peanut industry became a major factor for the economy. Suffolk became an independent city in 1906. The well known Planters Peanuts was established in 1912. In the year 1974 it expanded by merging with the towns of Holland and Whaleyville and Nansemond County.
· Heirloom Botanic Garden Boutique is a notable historic farmhouse.
· Planters Peanut Center.
· Southern Gun Works and Museum.
· Suffolk Museum.
· Glebe Episcopal Church is included in the National Register of Historic Places.
· Downtown Historic District.
· Nansemond County Courthouse showcases Roman Revival architecture.
· Obici House features Art Nouveau architecture and was built by the founder of Planters Peanuts.
· Riddick's Folly House Museum is a large home featuring Greek Revival architecture and was utilized by the Union Army during the Civil War.
· Suffolk Seaboard Station Museum.
· Suffolk Visitor Center at the Historic Prentis House.
· Suffolk Peanut Festival.
· Taste of Suffolk Downtown Street Festival.
· Nansemond Indian Tribal Pow-Wow.
· Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts is an impressive structure and is utilized for educational events. It also features concerts and theatrical productions.
· Suffolk Farmers Market.
The Dismal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge is a large wilderness acreage featuring an abundance of wildlife and includes Lake Drummond which is a popular location for fishing and boating. The area's rivers and lakes provides excellent opportunities for swimming, canoeing, kayaking, scuba diving and fishing. Davis Lake and Campgrounds is popular for camping, swimming, hiking, fishing and other outdoor activities.
Lone Star Lakes Park includes numerous lakes and opportunities for fishing, walking along nature trails and horseback riding. The city is home to five championship golf courses. Residents and visitors enjoy taking walks along the scenic riverfront.
Buying a New Suffolk Home?
Buying a Suffolk home can be a daunting task. Before setting out on your house hunting journey, you should
know what you really want to find. Take some time to list all the features that are most important to you and your
family. Here are a few ideas to consider in looking for a Suffolk home to purchase:
- Location – Suffolk has a good number of wonderful areas to choose from. Also think about your proximity
to quality schools, medical facilities, and shopping markets.
- Size – Do you need a certain number of bedrooms or bathrooms? Don’t forget about closet space
- Parking – Is a covered garage important to you?
- Style – 2-story house or ranch style home? New or older home?
- Air Conditioning & Heating – central heating and/or air conditioning can be a savior in Suffolk.
As you browse homes on , keep these ideas in mind. Your list may change over time as you do more looking.
You may want to add or remove features, or perhaps you'll become willing to make compromises to find the Suffolk home
that is the best fit for your family. With hundreds of beautiful Suffolk homes to choose from, you’ll surely find the
one for you. Get started now.
Selling your Suffolk Home?
Selling your Suffolk home through Resh Realty Group is the right decision. Our agents are here to guide you
through a potentially complicated process. You deserve top-dollar for your property and Resh Realty Group is committed to marketing
and selling your home. All of our agents are certified REALTORs® and they are determined to give you peace of mind
throughout the home selling process. With years of experience in the Suffolk home market, our team has the secret recipe
for attracting the right kind of home buyers at just the right time. Choosing Resh Realty Group is a wise decision. Learn a bit
more about our agents here.
Apply for a Home Loan to purchase your Suffolk home?
The Suffolk home market is highly active at this time. Interest rates continue to hover near record lows and it’s never
been easier to finance your Suffolk home purchase —whether it’s your first home purchase, a vacation property, or a retirement
townhouse. Find out how much house you can afford, learn about settlement and closing costs, and access the most current
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