Virginia Beach–Norfolk metro, VA–NC relocation guide
Moving to Boykins, VA
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About Boykins
Boykins is a small incorporated town in southern Southampton County, near the North Carolina line. It's a railroad town at heart — the tracks run through Main Street, and the historic Masonic lodge and Baptist church anchor the downtown. The surrounding area is farmland and timber. Buyers here want deep-country living, low prices, and land; shopping and services mean a drive to Franklin or Emporia.
Home prices in Boykins
Home prices in Boykins vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Boykins
- Main Street Boykins — the railroad crossing and historic storefronts.
- Old Masonic lodge building (1902) — landmark on Main Street.
- Southampton County farmland — peanut and cotton fields surrounding the town.
- Nottoway River access — fishing and paddling a short drive away.
Commuting from Boykins
- Downtown Norfolk: ~65 miles, roughly 85–110 minutes via US-58 — approximate.
- Naval Station Norfolk: ~70 miles, roughly 95–120 minutes — approximate.
- Suffolk: ~40 miles, roughly 55–70 minutes — approximate.
- Franklin: ~20 miles, roughly 25–30 minutes — approximate.
- This is a rural location; daily Hampton Roads commuting is uncommon.
Boykins FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Boykins, VA?
Home prices in Boykins vary by neighborhood and property type. Price unavailable · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Boykins, VA?
Downtown Norfolk: ~65 miles, roughly 85–110 minutes via US-58 — approximate.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.