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PortsmouthCAVALIER MANOR1231 Darren Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10617774 · record updated May 26, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
1231 Darren DR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701 - Main photo
$300,000
$152 / sqft · est. $1,966/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,979sqft
91days on market

1231 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701

SoldResidential · built 1976 · CAVALIER MANOR

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Discover the incredible potential of this single-family brick home located in a desirable Portsmouth neighborhood! Featuring a spacious 2-car garage, a large backyard for entertaining, and a solid brick exterior, this property is a true gem waiting to shine. With nearby schools and convenient access to shopping, dining, and major highways, the location is great for families and commuters alike. This property has the potential to truly be a diamond in one of Portsmouth's most sought-after areas. Don't miss the chance to bring your vision to life and unlock the value this home has to offer. Ask about the 3D virtual tour today!

Listing courtesy of Susan Jenkins · Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp · REIN MLS #10617774

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1976

Price / sqft

$152

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,859/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10617774

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,979
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Elec Range, Refrigerator

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3500
Subdivision
CAVALIER MANOR
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car
Possession
RECORD
Disclosures
Bank Repo, Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer, Spec Warranty Deed

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone D

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

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of housing styles that reflect its established community roots.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

14

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 & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

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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

$1,966/mo

Principal & interest

$1,557

Property tax

$322

Home insurance

$88

PMI

None

HOA

None

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Value & history

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Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$255,000$380,000

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.

1419 Welcome RD · 0.3 mi · 1,760 sqft$346,150 sold 2026-03
904 Darren DR · 0.6 mi · 1,809 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-04
13 Jester CT · 0.8 mi · 1,883 sqft$355,000 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$300,000

Price / Sq Ft

$152

Annual Taxes

$3,859

Monthly Tax

$322

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.29%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedFeb 24, 2026$300,000
Price increasedMay 26, 2026$300,000+$30,000
SoldMay 22, 2026$300,000

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.

Comparable Properties

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1231 Darren Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Lakeview Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), William E. Waters Middle, IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1231 Darren Dr 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 there a gym near 1231 Darren Dr?+
Yes — Spirit Enhancers All Stars is about 0.7 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1231 Darren Dr?+
Food Lion is about 0.7 miles away. The closest dining on record is Subway (0.8 mi).
Does 1231 Darren Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1231 Darren Dr built?+
It was built in 1976, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

✓ Your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya — never sold to strangers

Listing courtesy of Susan Jenkins · Better Homes & Gdns Ntv Am Grp · REIN MLS #10617774

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1231 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10617774 · 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.