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3beds
3baths
2,625sqft
139days on market

161 Maryland Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707

ActiveResidential · built 1900 · PORT NORFOLK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1900

Price / sqft

$124

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,958/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10636625

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,625
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Balcony, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric, Heat Pump, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
Central Air, Other
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
PORT NORFOLK
Zoning
HR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Short/Comp Sale

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

About this home

This charming home is full of character and unique features, from the original stained glass greeting you at the entryway to the incredible third-floor home theater room. Offering 3 bedrooms & 3 full baths, including a convenient first-floor bedroom. The beautifully updated kitchen features granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern lighting, a built-in breakfast nook & a stylish bar area. Cozy up by the electric fireplace or enjoy the abundance of inviting indoor and outdoor living spaces. Relax on the wraparound porch complete with a swing, unwind on the private balcony off the primary suite, or take advantage of the detached shed for additional storage. A dedicated laundry room and thoughtful upgrades throughout make this home as functional as it is inviting. This one-of-a-kind property offers warmth, personality, and space to entertain — a must-see! Short sale approved!

Listing courtesy of Cari Rausch · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10636625

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

161 Maryland Ave is a three-bedroom, three-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1900 and spanning 2,625 square feet. It sits about four minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. The Port Norfolk area gives you walkable daily errands and two neighborhood parks within half a mile.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23707, homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School, and homes for sale zoned for Waterview Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Olde Towne Portsmouth homes for sale, Portsmouth waterfront homes for sale, Portsmouth condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Portsmouth.

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Why this home stands out

A home built in 1900 and still standing at 2,625 square feet tells you something about how it was put together. The layout has room to breathe — three full baths across three bedrooms is a generous ratio you don't often see at this size. Add a four-minute drive to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and a walkable block full of local spots, and 161 Maryland Ave holds a position that is genuinely hard to replicate in this zip code.

PORT NORFOLK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Maryland Ave sits in the Port Norfolk section of Portsmouth — one of the city's older, more established pockets. The streets here are lined with early-twentieth-century homes, and the neighborhood has a settled, unhurried character. Sidewalks connect you to nearby parks, local eateries, and two grocery options within half a mile. It is the kind of block that anchors homes for sale in 23707 with real substance rather than just square footage. Portsmouth itself is a working waterfront city with a distinct identity. Downtown Portsmouth and the Elizabeth River waterfront are a short drive east. The city sits at the center of Hampton Roads, which means you can reach Norfolk, Chesapeake, or Suffolk without a long commute. Interstate 264 and US-58 both offer quick access to the broader region. Daily life in Portsmouth moves at a human scale — close enough to everything, without the congestion of a larger urban core.

What's nearby

ZandyLu Brew & Bakery is just 0.3 miles away — a walkable coffee stop to start the morning. Familiar Treasurez and Dria's Kitchen 'Box Fired' Pizzeria & Catering are both within 0.3 miles for dinner close to home. Groceries are easy: Port Norfolk Supermarket and Noura Inc Mt. Vernon Supermarket are each about 0.4 miles out. Fountain Park and Bruce Johnson Memorial Park are both half a mile away, and Detroit Park adds another green space at 0.6 miles. A 7-Eleven sits 0.6 miles out for quick stops.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about four minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is widely used in this part of the city, and Portsmouth's older housing stock means you can often find more square footage per dollar than in newer submarkets. Anyone using a VA loan to compare Portsmouth homes for sale will find this address hard to overlook.

For first-time buyers

A home built in 1900 with 2,625 square feet and three full baths gives first-time buyers a lot of house to grow into. The walkable block, nearby parks, and two grocery stores within half a mile reduce car dependency for everyday errands. Anyone sorting through homes for sale in Portsmouth will notice that this combination of size, character, and location is not easy to find at one address.

More buyer questions

How far is 161 Maryland Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

The drive is about four minutes — roughly 0.5 miles. USCG Base Portsmouth is only a minute farther at approximately five minutes.

What is the square footage of 161 Maryland Ave?

The home measures 2,625 square feet. It was built in 1900 and has three bedrooms and three full bathrooms.

Is 161 Maryland Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section for the current FEMA designation.

What schools serve 161 Maryland Ave?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School or homes for sale zoned for Waterview Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Portsmouth Public Schools, as boundaries can change.

Are there parks near 161 Maryland Ave?

Yes — Fountain Park and Bruce Johnson Memorial Park are each about half a mile away. Detroit Park is 0.6 miles out.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Portsmouth well. Reach out to get a straight answer on 161 Maryland Ave and what it takes to move forward.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

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 (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 A

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

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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

Run the real carrying cost

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

$2,116/mo

Principal & interest

$1,692

Property tax

$330

Home insurance

$95

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

102% of $319,180

City assessment record · taxes $3,958/yr

Land share of assessed value

21% — $65,740

Improvements $253,440 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$210,000 – $449,000

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.

155 Chautauqua AVE · 0.1 mi · 2,400 sqft$210,000 sold 2026-06
2709 Bayview BLVD · 0.2 mi · 2,248 sqft$349,000 sold 2026-10
434 Mt Vernon AVE · 0.4 mi · 2,242 sqft$335,000 sold 2026-02

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$326,000

Price / Sq Ft

$124

Annual Taxes

$3,958

Monthly Tax

$330

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.21%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 27, 2026$326,000—
Price increasedOct 13, 2026$326,000+$26,000
Currently listed—$326,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

Asking near assessment

Total Assessed

$319,180

Land

$65,740

Improvement

$253,440

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Market tempo

139 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 161 Maryland Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 3.5/10), Churchland (VaHome School Score 6.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 161 Maryland 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.
Is there a gym near 161 Maryland Ave?+
Yes — DCo is about 0.9 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 161 Maryland Ave?+
Bruce Johnson Memorial Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 161 Maryland Ave?+
Port Norfolk Supermarket is about 0.2 miles away. The closest dining on record is Dria's Kitchen "Box Fired" Pizzeria & Catering (0.3 mi).
Does 161 Maryland Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 161 Maryland Ave built?+
It was built in 1900, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Listing courtesy of Cari Rausch · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10636625

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161 Maryland Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10636625 · 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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