Skip to main content
VaHome.com
Portsmouth › BRIGHTON › 1237 Portsmouth Blvd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10656863 · record updated Oct 7, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
1237 Portsmouth BLVD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Main photo
1237 Portsmouth BLVD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Photo 2
1237 Portsmouth BLVD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Photo 3
1237 Portsmouth BLVD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Photo 4
1237 Portsmouth BLVD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Photo 5
3beds
2baths
1,261sqft
0days on market

1237 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, VA 23704

New ListingResidential · built 1955 · BRIGHTON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$198

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,815/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10656863

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,261
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, PBR with Bath, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Bungalow, Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
BRIGHTON
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Carport, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Lovely updated 1261 sq ft, 3 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow with open, flowing floor plan. New roof, new privacy fence, new luxury vinyl plank flooring and fresh paint throughout. Updated bathrooms. New granite countertops in kitchen! Large privacy-fenced back yard with giant shed for lots of storage space! Side entrance with carport behind gated fence. Natural wide buffer strip and service road between homes and main road for easier access and safety. Note that third bedroom is smaller - great for private office, nursery, game room, etc. Near interstates & short commute to area military bases.

Listing courtesy of Dylan Dewitt · A Better Way Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10656863

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1237 Portsmouth Boulevard is a three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1955 in Portsmouth, Virginia. At 1,261 square feet, it sits just two minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Daily errands, local eats, and green space are all within half a mile. This is a compact, well-located address in the 23704 zip code.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23704, homes for sale zoned for Manor High School, and homes for sale zoned for Douglass Park 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.

Read the full overview ↓

Why this home stands out

What sets 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard apart is raw proximity. Norfolk Naval Shipyard is literally two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is three. That kind of access is rare even among Portsmouth homes for sale. The block also puts groceries, soul food, a boxing gym, and a neighborhood park within easy walking distance. For a mid-century home this close to two major installations, the location alone is the headline.

BRIGHTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth Boulevard runs through a working, walkable part of Portsmouth that has been home to shipyard workers and city residents for generations. The streets here are lined with mid-century brick and frame homes, most built between the 1940s and 1960s. Lots tend to be modest and flat, with mature trees shading sidewalks in warmer months. The neighborhood has a lived-in, unpretentious character — people know their neighbors here. Jefferson Park and Lansing Park are both about four-tenths of a mile away, giving the area a bit of breathing room. Portsmouth itself is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities. Olde Towne Portsmouth, with its Federal and Victorian architecture, is just a short drive east. The Elizabeth River Trail connects walkers and cyclists to the waterfront. Getting around is straightforward: Interstate 264 and the Downtown Tunnel put Norfolk within minutes. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will find that the 23704 zip sits at the geographic and logistical heart of the city.

What's nearby

Church Food Mart is just a tenth of a mile away for quick grocery runs. Save & Save Supermarket is half a mile out for a fuller shop. Emma's Restaurant and Lil Mammas Soul Kitchen are both two-tenths of a mile away when you want a hot meal close to home. Ziggy's Street Eats is three-tenths of a mile for something casual. Mariner's Reef Cafe is four-tenths of a mile for your morning coffee. Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is also four-tenths of a mile, and Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness is half a mile. Scotts Creek Park is six-tenths of a mile for a longer walk or some open air.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes from the front door — one of the shortest commutes you will find anywhere in Hampton Roads. USCG Base Portsmouth is three minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the home's age and size make it a straightforward property to finance. That combination of base access and financing flexibility is hard to beat at this location.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms and two full baths give you real flexibility from day one. The 1,261-square-foot layout is manageable without feeling cramped. Groceries, restaurants, a gym, and parks are all within half a mile, so you are not dependent on a car for daily life. Anyone browsing homes for sale in 23704 will notice that this address checks a lot of practical boxes at a compact, easy-to-maintain size.

More buyer questions

How far is 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes from the property by car. It is one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard's main gate in Portsmouth.

What zip code is 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard in?

The property is in the 23704 zip code, which covers a central section of Portsmouth near the shipyard and Olde Towne.

Is there an HOA at 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard?

There is no HOA associated with this property, so there are no monthly association fees or deed restrictions from a homeowners association.

What schools serve 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Douglass Park Elementary School will find that this address falls within those attendance zones. Always confirm current zoning directly with Portsmouth Public Schools.

Does 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard have a flood zone designation?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section and consult your lender or insurance agent for details.

Want to see 1237 Portsmouth Boulevard in person? Tom and Dariya Milan are ready to walk you through it. Reach out to schedule a visit.

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

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Portsmouth$210K – $290K3+ beds

By subscribing you agree to receive listing emails from Tom & Dariya Milan, Realtors, at most one a day. Unsubscribe anytime · Privacy PolicyBrokered by LPT Realty

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

9.4 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.

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

Explore Brighton →
Map of Brighton with neighborhood boundaryNeighborhood

see more Portsmouth homes →

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

$1,605/mo

Principal & interest

$1,297

Property tax

$235

Home insurance

$73

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

$147,000 – $364,500

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.

2008 Elm AVE · 0.3 mi · 1,260 sqft$260,000 sold 2026-05
2100 Nashville AVE · 0.6 mi · 1,276 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-07
2214 Deep Creek BLVD · 0.5 mi · 1,205 sqft$272,000 sold 2026-05

Own a home nearby? See what it is worth today — What's your Portsmouth home worth?

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$250,000

Price / Sq Ft

$198

Annual Taxes

$2,815

Monthly Tax

$235

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.13%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 7, 2026$250,000—
Currently listed—$250,000—

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

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

0 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 1237 Portsmouth Blvd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Douglass Park Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.1/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1237 Portsmouth Blvd 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 1237 Portsmouth Blvd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1237 Portsmouth Blvd built?+
It was built in 1955, 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

Brokered by LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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

Listing courtesy of Dylan Dewitt · A Better Way Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10656863

Call or text (757) 777-7577

Ask Dariya — instant answers

Schools, flood, drive times, what it really costs to own — answered from this page's data, by chat or voice.

Schedule a private tour

Free, no obligation — your inquiry goes to Tom & Dariya, never resold.

1237 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth — photo

See it in person — the record only says so much.

Call or text (757) 777-7577

1237 Portsmouth Blvd, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10656863 · 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.

✆