Portsmouth › CAVALIER MANOR › 1520 Carson Cres E✓ Source: REIN MLS #10637351 · record updated Sep 10, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold

1520 Carson CRES E, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701 - Main photo

$490,000

4beds

2.1baths

3,000sqft

35days on market

1520 Carson Cres E, Portsmouth, VA 23701

SoldResidential · built 1977 · CAVALIER MANOR

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1977

Price / sqft

$163

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,039/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10637351

Interior

Bedrooms: 4
Full baths: 2
Half baths: 1
Approx. sqft: 3,000
Stories: 2
Flooring: Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms: 1
First-floor bed & full bath: Yes
Total rooms: 8
Other rooms: 1st Floor BR, Attic, Balcony, Fin. Rm Over Gar, Foyer, Pantry, Porch
Appliances: 220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment: Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Hot Tub

Construction & exterior

Style: Split-Level
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: Brick,Wood
Pool: No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating: Nat Gas
Cooling: Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater: Gas
Water: City/County
Sewer: City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision: CAVALIER MANOR
Zoning: UR
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Att 3+ Car, 4 Space
Possession: SETTLEMENT
Disclosures: Disclosure Statement, Occupancy Permit, Owner Agent

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

About this home

Motivated sellers are ready to welcome you to this Lake Forest home. This well maintained 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, home offers exceptional space both inside and out. Your private oasis awaits featuring a relaxing hot tub, perfect for unwinding or hosting friends year-round. Enjoy the convenience of a 2-car attached garage and a large yard with plenty of room to relax, play, or create your dream outdoor retreat.

Listing courtesy of Alicia Midey · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10637351

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

ElementaryLakeview Elementary School
2.5/10
MiddleWm. E. Waters Middle School
2.4/10
HighI.C. Norcom High School
2.6/10

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 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.

$283K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

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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The numbers

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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

$3,105/mo

Down payment20% · $98,000

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$2,543

Property tax

$420

Home insurance

$143

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

Asking vs. assessment

121% of $406,360

City assessment record · taxes $5,039/yr

Land share of assessed value

24% — $98,440

Improvements $307,920 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$340,000 – $518,000

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$490,000

Price / Sq Ft

$163

Annual Taxes

$5,039

Monthly Tax

$420

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.03%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Aug 6, 2026	$490,000	—
Price reduced	Sep 10, 2026	$490,000	−$8,000
Sold	Sep 9, 2026	$490,000	—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

21% above assessment

Total Assessed

$406,360

Land

$98,440

Improvement

$307,920

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.

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1520 Carson Cres E in a good school zone?+

The assigned zones on the listing record are Lakeview Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), William E. Waters Middle, IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.

Is 1520 Carson Cres E 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 1520 Carson Cres E?+

Yes — Spirit Enhancers All Stars is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.

Where is the nearest grocery store to 1520 Carson Cres E?+

Food Lion is about 0.7 miles away. The closest dining on record is Subway (0.8 mi).

Does 1520 Carson Cres E have an HOA?+

No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

When was 1520 Carson Cres E built?+

It was built in 1977, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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1520 Carson Cres E, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10637351 · 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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