Virginia Beach–Norfolk metro, VA–NC relocation guide
Moving to Courtland, VA
$350,000Median list
SouthamptonArea
Commuter-friendlyCommute profile
About Courtland
Courtland is the county seat of Southampton County, a small incorporated town on Main Street (US-58 Business) in southeastern Virginia's peanut country. The historic downtown has the county courthouse, Mahone's Tavern, and a string of 19th-century homes. Life here is quiet and rural — farming, timber, and small-town community events — with the Nottoway River running nearby. It suits buyers who want genuine small-town Virginia and don't mind driving for shopping and services.
Home prices in Courtland
The median list in Courtland is $350,000.
Top places in Courtland
- Southampton County Courthouse — historic courthouse anchoring Main Street.
- Mahone's Tavern — historic tavern building in the downtown district.
- Nottoway River — fishing, kayaking, and riverside scenery near town.
- Main Street historic district — 19th-century homes and the town's small commercial strip.
- Courtland Rosenwald School — preserved historic school building.
Commuting from Courtland
- Downtown Norfolk: ~55 miles, roughly 70–90 minutes via US-58 — approximate.
- Naval Station Norfolk: ~60 miles, roughly 80–100 minutes — approximate.
- Suffolk: ~30 miles, roughly 40–50 minutes — approximate.
- Franklin: ~10 miles, roughly 15 minutes — approximate.
- This is a rural location; daily Hampton Roads commuting is uncommon.
Courtland FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Courtland, VA?
The median list in Courtland is $350,000. Median listing price · Sep 2026 - How is the commute from Courtland, VA?
Downtown Norfolk: ~55 miles, roughly 70–90 minutes via US-58 — approximate.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.