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1603 Highland AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Main photo
3beds
2baths
2,000sqft
19days on market

1603 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Off MarketRental · built 1967 · BRIGHTON

About this home

Welcome to this spacious freshly updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch in Portsmouth's Brighton neighborhood! Spanning approximately 2,000 sq. ft., this corner lot home features a double fireplace and a converted garage for additional living space. The functional kitchen includes all stainless gas range, dishwasher, microwave, and refrigerator, with a washer and dryer also provided for your convenience. Enjoy the ease of single-floor living with a primary ensuite with luxury master bath with double vanity and walk in shower and a mix of LVP and carpet flooring. Situated on a fully fenced 0.19-acre lot with a new double driveway, parking for 4 plus vehicles, this home offers quick access to the shipyard and local bases. Available for move-in after March 1, 2026. Section 8 is considered with approved credit, rental history, and references. Pets are considered with an additional deposit and rent.

Listing courtesy of Clifton Pickens · ONYX Realty Professionals LLC · REIN MLS #10618435

Facts & features

Type

Rental

Year built

1967

Price / sqft

$1

HOA

None

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10618435

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
2,000
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1900
Subdivision
BRIGHTON
Unit / floor
1
Garage
Yes
Parking
Converted Gar, Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
AFTER 03/01/26
Disclosures
Owner Agent

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Sources: REIN MLS record

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

11 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It has tree-lined streets and a mix of home styles. They reflect the area's deep local roots.

$273K

Median sale · 12 mo

$171

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

20

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

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NNSY

Navy

8min·1.8mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

20min·3.6mi

NMCP

Navy

10min·2.5mi

USCG Finance Ctr

Coast Guard

30min·10.6mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

26min·13.9mi

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

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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

$13/mo

Principal & interest

$12

Property tax

$0

Home insurance

$1

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$181,800 – $380,000

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.

18 Barney PL · 1.1 mi · 2,110 sqft$334,900 sold 2026-10
15 Cotton PL · 1.2 mi · 2,110 sqft$181,800 sold 2026-07
8 Dahlgren AVE · 1.3 mi · 1,912 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$2,400

Price / Sq Ft

$1

Annual Taxes

N/A

Monthly Tax

N/A

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

N/A

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 20, 2026$2,400—
Currently listed—$2,400—

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 1603 Highland Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Brighton Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.5/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1603 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 1603 Highland Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1603 Highland Ave built?+
It was built in 1967, 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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Listed by

Clifton Pickens

ONYX Realty Professionals LLC

Questions, showings and applications for this rental go to the listing agent.

Listing courtesy of Clifton Pickens · ONYX Realty Professionals LLC · REIN MLS #10618435

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