1538 Centre Ave

About this home

Investors Special! This FIXER UPPER is being sold "As-Is, Where-Is" with NO repairs or inspections by the seller. Buyer will be responsible for any utilities for inspections. Agents/Buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence. Great opportunity for investors, rehabbers, or first-time buyers ready to build some sweat equity. If you are looking to flip or add to your rental portfolio then this property is…

Listed by Shameka Bellamy · BHHS RW Towne Realty

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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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