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$256,000
$171 / sqft · est. $1,646/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,498sqft
14days on market

1504 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Under ContractResidential · built 2007 · BRIGHTON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2007

Price / sqft

$171

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,911/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10645544

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,498
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Porch
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump W/A
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1200
Subdivision
BRIGHTON
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Welcome to this beautiful updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch offering comfortable one-level living. Recent improvements include fresh interior paint, new carpet in the bedrooms, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, and brand-new, unfinished natural-wood kitchen cabinets, ready for your choice of stain or paint. The functional floor plan provides spacious living areas and two full bathrooms. Outside, you'll find a large storage shed offering ample space for storage, hobbies, or lawn equipment. Seller is offering an appliance allowance with an acceptable offer. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, major interstates, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and other Hampton Roads amenities. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Abrams · Abrams Realty · REIN MLS #10645544

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

1504 Highland Avenue is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 2007 and offering 1,498 square feet of living space just three minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard — a rare combination of modern construction and unbeatable proximity to the waterfront industrial corridor.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1504 Highland Avenue apart is its 2007 build date in a neighborhood where older stock dominates. You're getting a home with a more recent foundation, systems, and layout design — without paying a premium for new construction on the outskirts of the city. Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and three minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth puts this address in a genuinely elite commute tier for active-duty households.

BRIGHTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Highland Avenue sits in a close-knit residential pocket of Portsmouth, a city that carries real maritime history alongside a quietly evolving identity. Portsmouth is one of the oldest cities in Virginia, and that layered character shows up in the mix of brick streetscapes, waterfront views, and working-class pride that defines neighborhoods like this one. The surrounding blocks are walkable, grounded, and unpretentious — the kind of place where neighbors know each other and local spots earn loyalty the old-fashioned way. Lansing Park is just down the street, and the Truxtun Historic District is half a mile away, giving the area a sense of civic texture that newer suburbs simply can't replicate. Portsmouth's ongoing investment in its downtown core and waterfront corridor means the city is moving forward without losing what made it worth living in to begin with.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from 1504 Highland Avenue. Jem's 'Take A Plate,' Hott Platz, and Cuzzoz Kitchen are all within two-tenths of a mile — a walkable lineup of local restaurants that makes weeknight dinners a simple decision. Lansing Park is equally close for a quick outdoor reset. Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is 0.6 miles out, and Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness is under a mile if you prefer a more intense training environment. Mariner's Reef Cafe rounds out the coffee options at 0.7 miles. For quick grocery and convenience runs, BP, Dollar General, and Amoco are all within six-tenths of a mile.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and three minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — it's hard to find a Portsmouth address that cuts the commute this short. For active-duty households, that kind of proximity translates directly into more time at home. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the 2007 construction means fewer maintenance surprises in the early years of ownership.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home, 1504 Highland Avenue checks the boxes that matter most: a manageable 1,498 square feet, three bedrooms, two full baths, and a 2007 build that means the big systems are relatively young. Portsmouth's affordability compared to neighboring Norfolk makes it a smart entry point into Hampton Roads homeownership, and the walkable local restaurant scene makes it feel like a real neighborhood from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 1504 Highland Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 3 minutes by car from 1504 Highland Avenue, making this one of the shortest commutes available to Shipyard personnel in the entire Portsmouth market.

How far is 1504 Highland Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 3 minutes away — both major installations are essentially around the corner, which is genuinely unusual even for Portsmouth addresses.

What is the flood zone status for 1504 Highland Avenue?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance requirements.

Is there a homeowners association at 1504 Highland Avenue?

Based on available information, this property does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm during the due diligence period.

What parks are near 1504 Highland Avenue in Portsmouth?

Lansing Park is just 0.2 miles away, the Truxtun Historic District is 0.5 miles out, and Highland Biltmore Park is 0.7 miles from the front door — three distinct outdoor spaces within easy walking or biking distance.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out. Reach out to get a straight answer on this address and what ownership here could look like for you.

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

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

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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.

$285K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

22

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 intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,646/mo

Principal & interest

$1,328

Property tax

$243

Home insurance

$75

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

$200,000 – $275,000

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.

98 Nicholson ST · 1.4 mi · 1,542 sqft$275,000 sold 2026-07
12 Brierdale PL · 1.4 mi · 1,437 sqft$250,000 sold 2026-04
14 Davis ST · 1.4 mi · 1,562 sqft$200,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$256,000

Price / Sq Ft

$171

Annual Taxes

$2,911

Monthly Tax

$243

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.14%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 31, 2026$256,000—
Currently listed—$256,000—

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.

Questions buyers ask

Is 1504 Highland Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Brighton Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1504 Highland Ave 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 1504 Highland Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1504 Highland Ave built?+
It was built in 2007, per the listing record.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Elizabeth Abrams · Abrams Realty · REIN MLS #10645544

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1504 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10645544 · 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.

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