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2 days on market

$155,000

1421 Wilcox Ave

Portsmouth, Virginia 23704

MLS# 10628690 · BRIGHTON · Portsmouth VA

Updated May 4, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS

Est. payment

$1,168/mo

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Price / sq ft

$86

1,800 sq ft

Days on market

2

New listing

HOA

None

Year built

1971

55 yrs old

Beds

2

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

2

Sq Ft

1,800

Garage

Yes

ResidentialRanch1 StorySingle FamilyWaterfront — Not Waterfront

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

About this home

This house was custom built with only one owner. Formal living room, Eat in kitchen, Flex room with bath and bar for entertaining. Two bedrooms but can easily be made into 3. Sit on the deck and look over the expansive back yard. Needs to be updated but solid. Sold "AS IS". With a little work you can make it your "Dream Home."

Listed by Perdethia Lowery · CENTURY 21 Top Producers

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Property Details

Bedrooms

2

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

2

Approx Sq Ft

1,800

Stories

1

Fireplaces

0

Flooring

Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl

Heating

Cooling

Laundry

Interior Features

N/A

Appliances

220 V Elec, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$155,000

Price / Sq Ft

$86

Annual Taxes

$3,826

Monthly Tax

$319

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

2.47%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 8, 2026$155,000
Currently listed$155,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.

50% below assessment

Total Assessed

$308,550

Land

$79,500

Improvement

$229,050

Parcel ID: 00931260 · View on city GIS portal

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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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Estimate your monthly payment

$1,168/mo

Principal & interest

$804

Property tax

$319

Home insurance

$45

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 CENTURY 21 Top Producers · MLS# 10628690

Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

SOLD

$155,000

1421 Wilcox AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704

Portsmouth, Virginia 23704

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Quick Facts

TypeResidential
Year Built1971
Lot Size
Taxes$3,826/yr
HOANone
Heating
Cooling

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