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PortsmouthWEST PARK VIEW1608 Bain St✓ Source: REIN MLS #10646241 · record updated Jul 31, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$300,000
$174 / sqft · est. $1,917/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,720sqft
0days on market

1608 Bain St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

New ListingResidential · built 1927 · WEST PARK VIEW

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

If you have a love for timeless Victorian charm with modern comforts in the heart of Portsmouth, this is the new home you've been searching for! The diamond-pane windows on the upper front elevation evoke classic Gingerbread House architecture. This property includes TWO street blocks (1608 & 1600) With a large, fully fenced yard and peaceful views. The seller has carefully restored this home, blending original charm with modern updates. Features include original hardwood floors, updated kitchen with Gas Range and new fridge, updated bathrooms, Charming built-in diningroom cabinets, New sewer and updated plumbing in crawl plus a tankless water heater. Walk-in closet in Primary Please reach out to Listing Agent for a private showing.

Listing courtesy of Melinda Byrd · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10646241

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1927

Price / sqft

$174

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,273/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10646241

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,720
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Pantry, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Shingle,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Full,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1300
Subdivision
WEST PARK VIEW
Zoning
UR/AE
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

Flood & environment

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

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Location & Neighborhood

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The numbers

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Estimate your monthly payment

$1,917/mo

Principal & interest

$1,557

Property tax

$273

Home insurance

$88

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

$229,000$327,300

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.

27 Aylwin RD · 2.4 mi · 1,737 sqft$229,000 sold 2026-02
22 Fairview CIR S · 2.6 mi · 1,700 sqft$327,300 sold 2026-07
25 Alden AVE · 2.5 mi · 1,656 sqft$246,500 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$300,000

Price / Sq Ft

$174

Annual Taxes

$3,273

Monthly Tax

$273

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.09%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 31, 2026$300,000
Currently listed$300,000

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Portsmouth Real Estate Assessor

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 1608 Bain St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Park View Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 1608 Bain St 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 1608 Bain St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1608 Bain St built?+
It was built in 1927, per the listing record.

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The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Melinda Byrd · Real Broker LLC · REIN MLS #10646241

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