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4beds
2baths
3,318sqft
0days on market

1 Idlewood Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

New ListingResidential · built 1955 · SHEA TERRACE

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Boat Lift, Boathouse, Creek, Deep Water, Dock, Tidal.

Frontage

Creek · Tidal ✓ VERIFIED

Dock

Dock · Boat lift

Access

Deep-water access

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$136

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,238/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10656114

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
3,318
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Marble, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
10
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Attic Fan, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Satellite Dish

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial
Waterfront
Boat Lift,Boathouse,Creek,Deep Water,Dock,Tidal
Deep-water access
Yes

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd, Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
Septic

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
SHEA TERRACE
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Multi Car
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Portsmouth waterfront homes.

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

About this home

Tucked along the quiet shoreline of Scott's Creek with direct access to the Elizabeth River, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath waterfront retreat has long been a home of substance and craftsmanship. Enter through a marble-floored foyer into hardwood floors underfoot throughout, an open-concept flow connecting den, kitchen, dining room, and living room, a fireplace anchoring the space, and a crystal chandelier lending quiet elegance to the dining room. The kitchen carries custom cabinetry and heated ceramic floors, while the finished lower level offers a private suite with its own bedroom, a walk-in shower bath, and a tiled reading room with its own outside entrance- a layout well suited to guests or multigenerational living. Outside, vinyl siding, a durable roofline, a whole-yard sprinkler system, a private boat house, and two finished sheds complete the grounds. Just moments from the marina, this is a rare offering of established waterfront character. Sold AS IS, WHERE IS.

Listing courtesy of Annelise Everton · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10656114

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

1 Idlewood Ave is a four-bedroom, two-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, with 3,318 square feet built in 1955. It sits about two minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Daily life is easy here, with groceries, parks, and dining all under a mile away.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23704, homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School, and homes for sale zoned for Waterview Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Olde Towne Portsmouth homes for sale, Portsmouth waterfront homes for sale, Portsmouth condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Portsmouth.

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Why this home stands out

Three thousand square feet is a lot of room. At 1 Idlewood Ave, that space comes wrapped in mid-century bones on a Portsmouth street with real character. The lot gives you breathing room, and the layout keeps bedrooms and living areas well separated. Two minutes to a major naval medical campus is rare. Add three grocery options within a mile, and this address is genuinely hard to match at this size.

SHEA TERRACE and the Portsmouth real estate market

1 Idlewood Ave sits in a quiet residential pocket of Portsmouth, close to the waterfront edge where the city meets the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes, many of them solidly built and generously sized. Neighbors tend to keep their yards tidy, and the blocks feel established rather than transient. Owens Creek Park is just half a mile away, giving the area a green, unhurried feel. Portsmouth itself is one of Hampton Roads' most underrated cities. It has a working waterfront, a historic Olde Towne district with galleries and dining, and direct ferry access to downtown Norfolk. Getting around is straightforward. Interstate 264 and the Downtown Tunnel connect Portsmouth to Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and the wider region in under 20 minutes. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will find that the 23704 zip code sits at a genuine crossroads of convenience and character.

What's nearby

Everyday errands are easy from 1 Idlewood Ave. Port Norfolk Supermarket, Noura Inc Mt. Vernon Supermarket, and Food Lion are all within a mile. Familiar Treasurez, Pie-O-Neer Pizza, and Dria's Kitchen are each about 0.8 miles away for a quick dinner out. ZandyLu Brew & Bakery and Green Beans Coffee at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital NEX are both under a mile for your morning coffee. Work Gym and NMC Portsmouth Gym are just half a mile away. Owens Creek Park and Scotts Creek Park round out the options for a walk or an afternoon outside.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about two minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly four minutes. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the home's size means no scramble for space after a PCS move. Green Beans Coffee at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital NEX and the NMC Portsmouth Gym are both under a mile, so the installation's support network is practically at the door.

For buyers drawn to character

Nineteen fifty-five construction means real plaster walls, solid framing, and a floor plan that doesn't feel like every other house around. At 3,318 square feet, there's room to restore, personalize, and make a statement. The block itself has the kind of settled, tree-lined feel that newer subdivisions spend decades trying to earn. Buyers drawn to homes for sale in 23704 for their history and heft will find 1 Idlewood Ave worth a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 1 Idlewood Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about two minutes away by car. It's one of the closest residential addresses to the campus in the city.

How far is 1 Idlewood Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly four minutes by car. Both bases are easily reachable without getting on a major highway.

What is the flood zone status for 1 Idlewood Ave?

Flood zone information for this address is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Your agent can walk you through what it means for insurance.

Are there parks near 1 Idlewood Ave?

Owens Creek Park is about half a mile away, and Scotts Creek Park and Fountain Park are each under a mile. All three are reachable on foot or by a short drive.

Where can I find homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School and homes for sale zoned for Waterview Elementary School?

Both zone pages are searchable on this site. Use them to filter Portsmouth homes for sale by the specific zoning that matters to you.

Tom and Dariya Milan know Portsmouth well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 1 Idlewood Ave and get straight answers about the neighborhood, the commute, and the home.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515529

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$2,819/mo

Principal & interest

$2,335

Property tax

$353

Home insurance

$131

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Price context — similar nearby homes

$222,000 – $482,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

344 Maryland Ave · 0.6 mi · 2,920 sqft$425,000 sold 2026-09
361 Dinwiddie ST · 1.3 mi · 3,300 sqft$427,500 sold 2026-04
129 Riverview AVE · 0.8 mi · 2,920 sqft$475,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$450,000

Price / Sq Ft

$136

Annual Taxes

$4,238

Monthly Tax

$353

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.94%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 1, 2026$450,000—
Currently listed—$450,000—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Portsmouth Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1 Idlewood Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1 Idlewood Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is 1 Idlewood Ave a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Boat Lift,Boathouse,Creek,Deep Water,Dock,Tidal.
Does 1 Idlewood Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1 Idlewood Ave built?+
It was built in 1955, per the listing record.

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1 Idlewood Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10656114 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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