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PortsmouthDOUGLAS PARK163 Choate St✓ Source: REIN MLS #10643796 · record updated Jul 20, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$199,900
$143 / sqft · est. $1,263/mo →
1,396sqft
10days on market

163 Choate St, Portsmouth, VA 23707

ActiveMulti Family Residential · built 1942 · DOUGLAS PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This single story side-by-side duplex offers a solid investment opportunity with multiple income-producing units. The property contains 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across its layout, providing flexibility for various tenant configurations and leasing strategies. The multi-unit structure allows investors to generate revenue from separate income streams while maintaining a single property management footprint. Each unit operates independently, creating appeal to tenants seeking their own entrance and private space. The configuration supports both long-term residential leasing and owner-occupant scenarios where one unit can offset carrying costs through income from the others. Contact us to schedule a showing.

Listing courtesy of Bill Eiseman · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10643796

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

163 Choate Street is a 1,590-square-foot multi-family property built in 1942 in Portsmouth, Virginia — sitting just six minutes from both Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, with everyday conveniences and local dining all within a short walk.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 163 Choate Street apart is the combination of a compact, manageable footprint and an almost unbeatable position relative to two major military installations. The 1942 construction gives the building a solidity and character you rarely find in newer builds, and the surrounding blocks offer a walkable, lived-in neighborhood feel that takes years to develop — not something you can manufacture from scratch.

DOUGLAS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, and the area around Choate Street reflects that depth. You're in a residential pocket of Portsmouth where early-twentieth-century architecture lines the streets and the pace feels genuinely local. The city sits along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, directly across from Norfolk, and that waterfront identity shapes everything from the weekend energy to the commute patterns. Portsmouth multi-family homes in this corridor tend to attract buyers who want proximity to the shipyard corridor without paying Norfolk prices. Olde Towne Portsmouth — one of the largest collections of pre-Civil War architecture on the East Coast — is just a short drive away, giving the broader neighborhood an anchor of civic pride and walkable character. The city has been investing steadily in its downtown waterfront, and the results are visible in the dining scene, the parks, and the general sense that Portsmouth is a city people are choosing, not just landing in by default.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from Choate Street. Farm Fresh International covers your full grocery run at just half a mile out, and Walmart Online Grocery Pickup is under a mile for those who prefer curbside. For food, Peter Seafood is two-tenths of a mile away — hard to beat for a quick local meal — and Culinary Chemist Cuisine and Vibez Bar and Grill are both within three blocks. Starbucks and Tropical Smoothie Cafe are under a mile for your morning routine. Crunch Fitness Portsmouth, Zenya Yoga Studio, and Sports Performance House all sit within seven-tenths of a mile. Maplewood Park is a four-minute walk, and Woodland Park and Seaboard Square round out the green space options nearby.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Six minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and six minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — that's the commute reality at 163 Choate Street. For military families weighing where to put down roots, that kind of dual-base proximity is rare. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the location means less time in the car and more time at home between duty days.

For buyers drawn to character

If you're drawn to buildings that have actually lived through something, 163 Choate Street delivers. Built in 1942, this multi-family property carries the proportions and construction quality of its era — thick walls, deliberate layouts, and a presence on the street that newer construction simply doesn't replicate. Pair that with a Portsmouth neighborhood full of similar-vintage homes and you have a block with genuine architectural continuity.

More buyer questions

How far is 163 Choate Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately six minutes by car from 163 Choate Street, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area.

How far is 163 Choate Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about six minutes away, so the property sits in a rare sweet spot between two major installations.

What is the property type at 163 Choate Street?

163 Choate Street is classified as a multi-family residential property, built in 1942, with a total of 1,590 square feet.

Is 163 Choate Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 163 Choate Street is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page — worth reviewing before making any decisions, as parts of Portsmouth near the waterfront carry elevated risk designations.

Are there parks or green spaces near 163 Choate Street?

Yes — Maplewood Park is about four-tenths of a mile away, and both Woodland Park and Seaboard Square are within a mile, giving you solid outdoor options close to home.

Want to know more about 163 Choate Street or Portsmouth multi-family properties near the shipyard corridor? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1942

Price / sqft

$143

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,011/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10643796

Interior

Approx. sqft
1,396

Construction & exterior

Style
Side by Side
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
IRREGULAR
Lot features
Cul-De-Sac, Wooded
Subdivision
DOUGLAS PARK
Zoning
URH
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
REC/FUND
Miscellaneous
Fixer Upper
Disclosures
Bank Repo, Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer, Spec Warranty Deed

See more Portsmouth homes under $200K.

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

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

14

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

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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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

$1,263/mo

Principal & interest

$1,037

Property tax

$168

Home insurance

$58

PMI

None

HOA

None

Estimate only. 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

123% of $162,190

City assessment record · taxes $2,011/yr

Land share of assessed value

42% — $67,500

Improvements $94,690 · assessor record ✓

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$137,000$325,000

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.

169 Allard RD · 1.6 mi · 1,440 sqft$276,000 sold 2026-03
1517 Ekstine DR · 1.8 mi · 1,426 sqft$306,000 sold 2026-03
1600 Welk ST · 1.8 mi · 1,424 sqft$137,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$199,900

Price / Sq Ft

$143

Annual Taxes

$2,011

Monthly Tax

$168

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.01%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$199,900
Currently listed$199,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

23% above assessment

Total Assessed

$162,190

Land

$67,500

Improvement

$94,690

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

10 days on market — read it in context

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 163 Choate St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Douglass Park Elementary (GreatSchools 2/10), Cradock Middle, IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 163 Choate 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.
Is there a gym near 163 Choate St?+
Yes — Crunch Fitness - Portsmouth is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 163 Choate St?+
Maplewood Park is about 0.4 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 163 Choate St?+
Farm Fresh International is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Peter Seafood (0.2 mi).
Does 163 Choate St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 163 Choate St built?+
It was built in 1942, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Bill Eiseman · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · REIN MLS #10643796

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