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1603 Highland AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704 - Main photo
$2,400
$1 / sqft · est. $13/mo →
3beds
2baths
2,000sqft
19days on market

1603 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Off MarketRental · built 1967 · BRIGHTON

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 · null fields are suppressed, never faked

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

Schools

VaHome School Score

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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 B

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

$178

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

21

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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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

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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.

17 Prospect PW · 1.1 mi · 2,050 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-02
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

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.

Comparable Properties

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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 3/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). 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.

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The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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

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1603 Highland Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10618435 · 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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