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4beds
2baths
1,705sqft
49days on market

1000 Mt Vernon Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707

ActiveResidential · built 1912 · MOUNT HERMON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1912

Price / sqft

$167

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,054/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10649221

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,705
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Foyer, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan
Accessibility
Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
MOUNT HERMON
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

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

About this home

This beautiful home sits on a corner lot with that old world charm! Decorative fireplaces, a restored claw leg tub, new lighting, cabinets, and more! Washer/Dryer and Refrigerator as is. First floor bedroom can become that dining room for family gatherings or a quiet office space. A utility shed is in the back of the yard and there is also great space for entertaining! Close to interstate, shopping, medical facilities like Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Olde Towne, downtown Ferry, Farmer's Market and restaurants.

Listing courtesy of Priscilla Jackson · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10649221

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1000 Mt Vernon Ave is a four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1912 in Portsmouth, Virginia. It carries 1,705 square feet of living space and sits just minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Anyone browsing Portsmouth homes for sale will find this address hard to overlook.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23707, homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School, and homes for sale zoned for Westhaven Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Brighton 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

A home from 1912 carries a different kind of presence than newer construction. The bones, the proportions, the details — they tell a story. This one sits on Mt Vernon Ave with Franklin Circle Park just a tenth of a mile away and two military installations within five minutes by car. Four bedrooms and two full baths give you real flexibility. That combination of character, space, and location is rare in the 23707 zip code.

MOUNT HERMON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Mt Vernon Ave runs through one of Portsmouth's established residential corridors. The blocks here mix early-twentieth-century homes with mature trees and sidewalks that actually get used. It's the kind of street where front porches still mean something. The neighborhood sits close to the Elizabeth River waterfront and the historic Olde Towne Portsmouth district. Olde Towne is one of the largest intact collections of pre-Civil War architecture on the East Coast. That history shapes the whole feel of the area. Portsmouth itself is a mid-size independent city in Hampton Roads. It connects easily to Norfolk via the Downtown Tunnel and to Chesapeake via I-264. The city has a working waterfront, a performing arts center, and a growing dining scene. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will notice how much ground this city covers — from quiet residential streets to active commercial corridors. Getting around is straightforward, and the bridges and tunnels keep the rest of Hampton Roads within reach.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from this address. Fast 5 Grocery & Deli and A & A Seafood Market are both within 0.3 miles, and Bean Oriental Grocery is just a bit farther at 0.4 miles. For a sit-down meal, Twisted Pig Ale & Smokehouse is two blocks away, and Cooper's Restaurant and Lounge is just down the street. ZandyLu Brew & Bakery and Corner Cafe are both within 0.6 miles for your morning coffee. Franklin Circle Park is a one-minute walk, and Florida Park and Maryview Park are each under a third of a mile. DCo gym is 0.6 miles out, with Sports Performance House and Zenya Yoga Studio both under a mile.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about four minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly five minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is well understood by buyers and sellers in this zip code, and the short commute distance makes this address worth a close look for anyone weighing options near either installation.

Room to grow

Four bedrooms give you room to spread out. Two full baths keep the morning routine from becoming a bottleneck. Franklin Circle Park is a one-minute walk from the front door, and Florida Park is just two blocks farther. The 1,705 square feet of interior space, paired with a century-old floor plan built for real living, gives you genuine room to grow into.

More buyer questions

How far is 1000 Mt Vernon Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

The drive is about four minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it among the closest residential addresses to the base in the city.

What school zone does 1000 Mt Vernon Ave fall in?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School and homes for sale zoned for Westhaven Elementary School should confirm current zoning directly with Portsmouth City Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Is 1000 Mt Vernon Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section and ask your agent for the current FEMA map panel details.

What is the neighborhood like around Mt Vernon Ave in Portsmouth?

It's an established residential corridor with early-twentieth-century homes, sidewalks, and mature trees. The historic Olde Towne Portsmouth district is nearby, adding walkable character to the area.

Are there parks within walking distance of 1000 Mt Vernon Ave?

Yes — Franklin Circle Park is just 0.1 miles away, and Florida Park and Maryview Park are both within 0.3 miles.

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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11.9 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It has tree-lined streets and a mix of home styles. They reflect the area's deep local roots.

$275K

Median sale · 12 mo

$171

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

19

For sale now

$46K

HH income

55.2%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

Drive times via Google Maps with current traffic patterns. Times are typical and may vary by time of day. Use the "Analyze" button up top to see live drive time to your saved base.

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

$1,733/mo

Principal & interest

$1,478

Property tax

$171

Home insurance

$83

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

Asking vs. assessment

172% of $165,610

City assessment record · taxes $2,054/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $50,000

Improvements $115,610 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$225,000 – $385,000

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.

109 Good Hope LN · 2.5 mi · 1,680 sqft$385,000 sold 2026-08
8 Cotton PL · 2.6 mi · 1,660 sqft$225,000 sold 2026-06
27 Afton PW · 2.6 mi · 1,631 sqft$309,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$284,900

Price / Sq Ft

$167

Annual Taxes

$2,054

Monthly Tax

$171

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.72%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 14, 2026$284,900—
Price reducedOct 2, 2026$284,900−$10,100
Currently listed—$284,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

72% above assessment

Total Assessed

$165,610

Land

$50,000

Improvement

$115,610

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.

Comparable Properties

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

49 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1000 Mt Vernon Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Westhaven Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), William E. Waters Middle, IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1000 Mt Vernon 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.
Does 1000 Mt Vernon Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1000 Mt Vernon Ave built?+
It was built in 1912, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Priscilla Jackson · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10649221

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1000 Mt Vernon Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10649221 · 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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