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Portsmouth › CAVALIER MANOR › 1511 Ekstine Dr✓ Source: REIN MLS #10641256 · record updated Jul 3, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$201,000
$147 / sqft · est. $1,341/mo →
3beds
1baths
1,368sqft
8days on market

1511 Ekstine Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701

ActiveResidential · built 1962 · CAVALIER MANOR

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Opportunity awaits with this 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offering over 1,300 square feet of living space on a generous 0.17-acre lot. This property is ready for renovation and would benefit from some TLC, making it an ideal project for investors, contractors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. With ample outdoor space, and plenty of potential, this home provides a great opportunity to add value and make it your own. Bring your vision and unlock the possibilities! Call today for more information and to schedule your tour! Case#541-808771 IE (Insurable with escrow) Subject to Appraisal. Property is Owned by the US Dept. of HUD. Seller makes no representations or warranties as to the property condition. HUD Homes are Sold "AS IS". Equal Housing Opportunity. Seller may contribute up to 3% for buyers closing costs upon, upon bid submission.

Listing courtesy of Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10641256

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A solid 1962 ranch-style home in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering 1,368 square feet, three bedrooms, and one bath — all just eight minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Practical layout, manageable footprint, and a location that puts two major installations within easy reach.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 1511 Ekstine Drive apart is its unbeatable proximity to not one but two major military installations — Norfolk Naval Shipyard in eight minutes and USCG Base Portsmouth in nine. For service members and civilian employees alike, that kind of commute is genuinely rare. The 1962 construction gives the home a sturdy, no-frills bones that rewards buyers who want a straightforward property in a well-established Portsmouth neighborhood.

CAVALIER MANOR and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most historically rooted cities, and the area surrounding Ekstine Drive reflects that character well. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes built during a period of steady growth tied to the region's deep naval presence. Neighbors tend to put down roots — this is not a transient pocket of the city. You're close enough to downtown Portsmouth to enjoy its waterfront, restaurants, and arts scene, but far enough out to feel like you're in a genuine residential neighborhood rather than the thick of things. The Elizabeth River is just a short drive away, and the broader Portsmouth community offers a mix of parks, local shops, and everyday conveniences that make daily life genuinely comfortable. For anyone searching for homes in Portsmouth, Virginia, this address sits in a part of the city that balances accessibility with a settled, neighborhood feel that newer developments simply can't replicate.

What's nearby

Everyday errands are straightforward from Ekstine Drive. A Walmart Supercenter is within a few minutes' drive for groceries and household needs, and several local pharmacies and gas stations are close by. The Western Branch of the Portsmouth Public Library is a short trip away. For green space, Churchland Park and nearby recreation areas give you room to get outside without a long drive. Downtown Portsmouth's waterfront — with dining, the Children's Museum of Virginia, and the ferry to Norfolk — is reachable in roughly fifteen minutes, making weekend plans easy to pull off.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and nine minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — that's the kind of commute that changes your daily quality of life. Whether you're active duty or a civilian employee, 1511 Ekstine Drive puts you close enough to base that early muster and late shifts stop feeling like a burden. A VA loan can make this straightforward property even more accessible for eligible buyers.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 1511 Ekstine Drive offers a realistic entry point. Three bedrooms, a manageable 1,368 square feet, and a 1962 build that's had decades to settle — this is a property where you can focus on making it yours rather than managing complexity. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods tend to hold their character well, which matters when you're buying for the long term.

More buyer questions

How far is 1511 Ekstine Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately eight minutes by car from 1511 Ekstine Drive, making it one of the closer residential options to the shipyard in the Portsmouth area.

How far is 1511 Ekstine Drive from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about nine minutes away by car — a genuinely short commute that benefits both active-duty Coast Guard members and civilian personnel assigned to the base.

What is the square footage and layout of 1511 Ekstine Drive?

The home offers 1,368 square feet of living space configured as three bedrooms and one full bath, built in 1962 in a ranch-style format typical of the era.

Is 1511 Ekstine Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA designation details.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase 1511 Ekstine Drive?

Eligible veterans, active-duty service members, and qualifying surviving spouses can generally use a VA loan on a residential property like this one — speak with a VA-approved lender to confirm eligibility and current terms.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out. Reach out to get your questions answered and take a closer look at 1511 Ekstine Drive.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1962

Price / sqft

$147

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,873/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10641256

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,368
Stories
1
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1700
Subdivision
CAVALIER MANOR
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Bank Repo, Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer, Govt Owned, Spec Warranty Deed

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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 intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$1,341/mo

Principal & interest

$1,043

Property tax

$239

Home insurance

$59

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

87% of $231,690

City assessment record · taxes $2,873/yr

Land share of assessed value

25% — $57,750

Improvements $173,940 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$137,000 – $306,000

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.

1517 Ekstine DR · 0 mi · 1,426 sqft$306,000 sold 2026-03
1600 Welk ST · 0.1 mi · 1,424 sqft$137,000 sold 2026-04
909 Ellington SQ · 0.1 mi · 1,275 sqft$247,900 sold 2026-03

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$201,000

Price / Sq Ft

$147

Annual Taxes

$2,873

Monthly Tax

$239

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.43%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 25, 2026$201,000—
Currently listed—$201,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

13% below assessment

Total Assessed

$231,690

Land

$57,750

Improvement

$173,940

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

8 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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1511 Ekstine 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 1511 Ekstine 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.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 1511 Ekstine Dr?+
Amoco is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is Prince Fried Chicken (0.6 mi).
Does 1511 Ekstine Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1511 Ekstine Dr built?+
It was built in 1962, 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 Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC · REIN MLS #10641256

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1511 Ekstine Dr, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10641256 · 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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