1222 Wilcox Ave

About this home

Spacious 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath home in the heart of Portsmouth offering over 2,000 square feet of living space on a 0.149-acre lot, brimming with potential. This property provides an excellent canvas for customization and value-add improvements. There's ample parking, and the detached garage allows for plenty of storage space! Situated on a spacious lot Conveniently located near dining, shopping, and more! Call today f…

Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC

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About buying in Portsmouth

Homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA combine historic charm with the most affordable entry prices in Hampton Roads. Olde Towne Portsmouth (23704) features cobblestone streets and Federalist-era row houses overlooking the Elizabeth River, with active listings typically ranging $250K-$500K. Western Portsmouth's Churchland neighborhood (23703) offers larger suburban homes, top schools, and direct commutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Park View (23707) and Cradock (23702) provide some of the most affordable single-family inventory in the region, often under $200K. Portsmouth's biggest employers are Norfolk Naval Shipyard (one of the largest ship-repair facilities in the country) and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Hampton Roads' largest military hospital. Active-duty military and shipyard families make up a significant share of buyers, and VA loan financing is common. Portsmouth Public Schools includes Churchland High, Manor High, and I.C. Norcom High; Churchland is consistently among the city's top-performing high schools. Buyers looking for waterfront views without Virginia Beach prices often find Portsmouth's Olde Towne and Hodges Ferry areas particularly attractive. Browse every active Portsmouth listing below, refreshed every 5 minutes from the REIN MLS.

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