25 days on market
$515,000
159 Yorkshire Rd
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
MLS# 10634750 · GREEN LAKES · Portsmouth VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,303/mo
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Price / sq ft
$180
2,866 sq ft
Days on market
25
HOA
None
Year built
1975
51 yrs old
Beds
6
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,866
Garage
Yes
About this home
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained and spacious 6 bedroom, 3 bath lakefront colonial, perfectly situated on a large, serene lot offering peaceful views and exceptional outdoor living. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is filled with abundant natural light. A gas fireplace with built-in shelving in the living room creates a warm, cozy space for relaxing or entertaining. The first floor bedroom…
Listed by Richard Febus · Next Chapter VA Realty Inc
VaHome Team property overview
159 Yorkshire Road is a spacious six-bedroom, three-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering nearly 2,900 square feet of living space built in 1975. Two major military installations are each about eleven minutes away, making this address a practical fit for a wide range of households.
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Why this home stands out
Six bedrooms under one roof is a genuinely rare find in this price tier of Portsmouth. Whether you need room for a large family, dedicated home-office space, a guest suite, or a hobby room that actually stays a hobby room, the floor plan here gives you options that most homes in the area simply cannot. Three full baths mean morning routines don't become a negotiation, and the 2,866 square feet of interior space keeps everyone from feeling on top of each other.
GREEN LAKES and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most underrated cities — a place with deep shipbuilding history, genuine neighborhood character, and a location that puts you within easy reach of the entire region. Yorkshire Road sits in a quiet residential pocket of Portsmouth where the streets are lined with mature trees and the pace of daily life feels a step removed from the bustle of the main corridors. Homes here were largely built in the 1970s, giving the area a settled, established feel that newer subdivisions simply haven't had time to develop. Portsmouth itself borders Norfolk and Chesapeake, so you're never far from whatever the broader metro has to offer — waterfront dining, regional parks, shopping, and the cultural anchors of the Hampton Roads area. The city's own Olde Towne district, just a few miles north, adds a walkable historic layer that residents genuinely enjoy. For anyone weighing Portsmouth as a long-term home base, the combination of space, access, and neighborhood stability is a compelling case.
What's nearby
Everyday errands are easy from Yorkshire Road. A Food Lion sits just 0.6 miles away for full grocery runs, and a Dollar General is within a mile when you need a quick stop. Onyx 757 Restaurant & Lounge, Just Say PLS Cafe, and Yaadvybz Bikkle are all within 0.4 miles — a solid little dining cluster right at your doorstep. A 7-Eleven at the same distance covers coffee and convenience runs. For green space, Greenlawn Memorial Gardens is 0.4 miles out, and Hodges Manor Park is just 0.7 miles away — both easy walks or short drives. Spirit Enhancers All Stars gym is under a mile for anyone keeping up with fitness routines.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each about eleven minutes from 159 Yorkshire Road — a commute that stays manageable even on busy mornings. Six bedrooms handle the reality of military family life: space for kids of different ages, a dedicated room for a returning service member to decompress, and a guest room that's ready when family visits. A VA loan can make a home this size more accessible than many expect.
For families upgrading
If you've been squeezing a growing family into a three- or four-bedroom home, 159 Yorkshire Road resets the equation. Six bedrooms and three full baths mean each person in the household gets genuine personal space — not just a corner of a shared room. The nearly 2,900 square feet of interior gives you room to spread out without giving up the neighborhood feel that makes Portsmouth such a livable city for families putting down roots.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 159 Yorkshire Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 11 minutes from 159 Yorkshire Road under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the more convenient commutes for medical staff and military personnel assigned there.
How far is 159 Yorkshire Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about 11 minutes away, giving this address a strong dual-base position that's relatively rare in the Portsmouth market.
What is the square footage and bedroom count at 159 Yorkshire Road?
The home offers 2,866 square feet of living space across six bedrooms and three full bathrooms, making it one of the larger single-family footprints available in this part of Portsmouth.
Is 159 Yorkshire Road in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Are there parks or green spaces near 159 Yorkshire Road?
Yes — Greenlawn Memorial Gardens is just 0.4 miles away and Hodges Manor Park is 0.7 miles out, both offering accessible outdoor space within easy reach of the home.
Want to see how 159 Yorkshire Road fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth well — reach out and let's walk through it together.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,866
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$515,000
Price / Sq Ft
$180
Annual Taxes
$5,762
Monthly Tax
$480
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.12%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 14, 2026 | $515,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $515,000 | — |
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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.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,303/moPrincipal & interest
$2,672
Property tax
$480
Home insurance
$150
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Next Chapter VA Realty Inc · MLS# 10634750
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$515,000
159 Yorkshire RD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
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