23 days on market
$239,900
119 York Dr
Portsmouth, Virginia 23702
MLS# 10630049 · SOUTH LOXLEY PLACE · Portsmouth VA
Updated May 7, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,499/mo
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Price / sq ft
$294
816 sq ft
Days on market
23
HOA
None
Year built
1954
72 yrs old
Beds
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
816
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryVictory Elementary School3/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Recently updated and move-in ready, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a fresh, modern feel throughout. Improvements include new flooring, fresh interior paint, a new roof, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The functional layout provides comfortable living with a bright and inviting atmosphere, plus a bonus room with ample light for a home office, flex space, or additional living area. Situated on…
Listed by Andy Nelson · Iron Valley Real Estate HR
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 119 York Drive — a 1954 two-bedroom, one-bath cottage on a generous 0.23-acre lot in Portsmouth's South Loxley Place neighborhood. At 816 square feet, it's compact, practical, and sits just seven minutes from two major military installations.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 119 York Drive apart is that quarter-acre lot — unusually spacious for a sub-1,000-square-foot home. You get real outdoor room: space to garden, entertain, or simply spread out in a way that most similarly sized properties in the area simply can't offer. Add in the seven-minute commute to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth, and the location does a lot of heavy lifting for a modest footprint.
SOUTH LOXLEY PLACE and the Portsmouth real estate market
South Loxley Place is a quiet, established pocket of Portsmouth where mid-century homes sit on generous lots and neighbors tend to know each other's names. The streets here have a settled, unhurried feel — the kind of neighborhood where front porches still get used. Portsmouth itself is one of the most historically layered cities in Hampton Roads, with a working waterfront, a genuine downtown, and a character that feels distinct from its neighbors across the Elizabeth River. Buyers who search for avon by the sea homes for sale often discover that Portsmouth's older residential corridors offer comparable charm and lot sizes at a different price point altogether. South Loxley Place fits that mold: unpretentious, well-located, and with enough green space per lot to remind you this is Virginia, not a dense urban grid. The city's proximity to military infrastructure, regional highways, and the broader Hampton Roads metro makes it a practical base for daily life.
What's nearby
Daily life is easy from 119 York Drive. Southside BBQ is just a tenth of a mile away — practically your backyard for a weeknight dinner — and Tony's Crab & Seafood and Culture Lounge 2 are both within four-tenths of a mile. Grocery runs are quick, with Food Lion, Dollar General, and an Amoco all under a mile out. Coffee options include McDonald's, Dunkin', and Crossings Cafe, all within about nine-tenths of a mile. Planet Fitness is the same distance when you're ready to work out. For fresh air, GreenwoodSniffSpot, Woodland Park, and Brentwood Play Area are all within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Seven minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and seven minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — 119 York Drive is about as well-positioned as it gets for active-duty households in this part of Hampton Roads. A VA loan can make a property like this especially accessible, and BAH rates in the Portsmouth area are designed with homes at this scale in mind. Short commutes mean more time at home.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 119 York Drive offers a low-maintenance footprint without sacrificing outdoor space. The 0.23-acre lot gives you room to grow into ownership gradually — a garden here, a patio there — while keeping the overall responsibility manageable. South Loxley Place is a grounded, friendly neighborhood to start that chapter.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 119 York Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately seven minutes from 119 York Drive by car. That's one of the shorter base commutes you'll find in the Portsmouth residential market.
How far is 119 York Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about seven minutes away by car. Both installations are reachable without getting on a highway, which keeps the daily commute straightforward.
What is the lot size at 119 York Drive?
The lot measures 0.23 acres — notably generous for a home of this square footage in the South Loxley Place neighborhood, giving you meaningful outdoor space front and back.
Is 119 York Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 119 York Drive is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel.
What grocery stores are closest to 119 York Drive?
Food Lion is about 0.7 miles away, with Dollar General at 0.8 miles and an Amoco station also within a mile — so routine grocery runs are quick from this address.
Want to see 119 York Drive in person or talk through the numbers? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Portsmouth well — reach out and let's set something up.
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Location & Neighborhood
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119 York DR, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
2
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
816
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
Heating
Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$239,900
Price / Sq Ft
$294
Annual Taxes
$2,214
Monthly Tax
$185
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.92%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 17, 2026 | $239,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $239,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$178,560
Land
$62,090
Improvement
$116,470
Parcel ID: 04860100 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Portsmouth
Portsmouth combines historic naval heritage with affordable, character-rich neighborhoods. Olde Towne Portsmouth offers tree-lined streets of restored 18th- and 19th-century homes with sweeping Elizabeth River views — one of the largest collections of pre-Revolutionary architecture in the country. Churchland, Cradock, and West Park View provide established family neighborhoods at price points well below comparable Norfolk or Virginia Beach properties. The city is home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, one of the Navy's oldest and largest, ensuring consistent demand from civilian shipyard workers and active-duty Navy personnel.
Military Commute
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,499/moPrincipal & interest
$1,245
Property tax
$185
Home insurance
$70
PMI
None
HOA
None
Estimate only. 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.
Listed by Iron Valley Real Estate HR · MLS# 10630049
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$239,900
119 York DR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23702
Portsmouth, Virginia 23702
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