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3,280sqft
1days on market

1725 Prentis Avenue Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

New ListingMulti Family Residential · built 1920 · BRIGHTON

Facts & features

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1920

Price / sqft

$79

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,872/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10656902

Interior

Approx. sqft
3,280

Construction & exterior

Style
Over/Under
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Clapboard

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
122X110
Subdivision
BRIGHTON
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLMT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Short/Comp Sale

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

About this home

FOUR-DUPLEX PORTFOLIO – INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Seller is offering the following properties individually and will also consider offers for two, three or all four properties: 204 Central Ave, Suffolk – MLS#10656924 – $280,000; 1725/1727 Prentis Ave, Portsmouth – MLS#10656902 – $260,000; 1622 Prentis Ave, Portsmouth – MLS#10656915 – $245,000; and 1551 Spruce St, Norfolk – MLS#10656917 – $290,000. Total individual asking prices: $1,075,000. Package offers may receive preferential consideration or pricing depending upon the number of properties purchased and overall terms of the offer. IMPORTANT LENDER APPROVAL REQUIREMENT: All four properties currently secure a commercial umbrella loan. Any individual or package sale is subject to approval by the existing lender of the release and payoff terms applicable to each property being sold. This is not a traditional residential short sale; however, lender participation and written approval of each property release will be required before closing. Buyers and agents should anticipate additional time for lender review and should structure settlement dates accordingly. Seller may consider and negotiate offers subject to this lender approval process. Seven of the eight units are currently tenant occupied. Tenant privacy and required notice periods must be respected. Occupied units will be shown only during designated showing days and tenant-available time blocks established by the listing agent. Prior to occupied-unit showings, prospective purchasers should provide evidence of funds available for the required down payment and current lender preapproval or other satisfactory financing documentation. One unit at 1622 Prentis Ave is currently vacant and may be available for more flexible showing appointments. Lease information and basic rent roll are available to qualified prospective purchasers. Contact listing agent regarding showing schedules, multiple-property/package offers, lender approval procedures, lease information and additional portfolio details.

Listing courtesy of Alex Winfield · Coastal Group Inc. · REIN MLS #10656902

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

1725 Prentis Avenue is a 3,280-square-foot multi-family property built in 1920 in Portsmouth, Virginia. It sits two minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. The 23704 zip code puts daily errands within easy walking distance. There is a lot to like about this address.

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Why this home stands out

A century-old multi-family building this close to two major installations is rare. At 3,280 square feet, there is genuine room to spread across the units. The 1920 construction era means thick walls, tall ceilings, and the kind of architectural bones that newer builds simply do not replicate. Prentis Avenue sits in a walkable pocket of Portsmouth where parks, food, and fitness are all within half a mile. That combination of scale, age, and location is hard to find among Portsmouth homes for sale.

BRIGHTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Prentis Avenue sits in a close-knit section of Portsmouth near the waterfront edge of the city. The streets here are lined with early-twentieth-century housing stock — two-story frames, covered porches, and mature trees that shade the sidewalks. It is a dense, walkable grid where neighbors tend to know each other. Scotts Creek Park is two blocks away, and Columbia Court and Crawford Park are both within a short walk. The area has a genuine urban character without the congestion of a downtown core. Portsmouth itself is one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, sitting directly across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 264 connects you west toward Suffolk, and the Downtown Tunnel links you to Norfolk in minutes. The city has a working waterfront, a historic Olde Towne district, and a compact downtown. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will find that the 23704 zip code offers one of the shortest commute windows to the region's largest installations.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from Prentis Avenue. Martha's Mini Mart is two-tenths of a mile away, and Dollar General is just four-tenths of a mile. For a quick bite, Jaliyah's and Vickie's Convenience & Deli Subs are both within walking distance at 0.2 miles. Ten10 Restaurant is three-tenths of a mile out. Coffee is covered by Cure at 0.4 miles or a 7-Eleven at the same distance. The Effingham Street Family YMCA is only 0.2 miles away, making a morning workout genuinely convenient. Scotts Creek Park, Columbia Court, and Crawford Park give you three green-space options all within four-tenths of a mile.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is the same distance. That proximity is about as short a commute as Hampton Roads offers. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and multi-family properties can sometimes be purchased with VA loan eligibility depending on occupancy. The location makes quick gate access a daily reality.

For buyers drawn to character

Buildings from 1920 carry details that take decades to earn — high ceilings, solid framing, and proportions that feel generous rather than efficient. At 3,280 square feet, this multi-family property gives you real space to work with. Buyers who want homes for sale in 23704 with genuine architectural character will find that properties like this one do not come along often. The bones here are the selling point.

More buyer questions

How far is 1725 Prentis Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately two minutes away by car. It is one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard's main gate in Portsmouth.

What school zone does 1725 Prentis Avenue fall in?

Anyone comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School or homes for sale zoned for Douglass Park Elementary School should verify current Portsmouth Public Schools zoning directly with the district, as boundaries can change.

Is 1725 Prentis Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered by the FloodRisk tile on this page. Buyers should review that information and consult their insurance agent.

What is the property type at 1725 Prentis Avenue?

1725 Prentis Avenue is a multi-family residential property built in 1920 with approximately 3,280 square feet of total space.

Where can I find parks near 1725 Prentis Avenue?

Scotts Creek Park is 0.2 miles away, Columbia Court is 0.3 miles, and Crawford Park is 0.4 miles. All three are reachable on foot from Prentis Avenue.

Want to see 1725 Prentis Avenue up close? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this pocket of Portsmouth well. Reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.

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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

8.3 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.

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.

$275K

Median sale · 12 mo

$171

Sold $/sq ft

22d

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 & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$1,664/mo

Principal & interest

$1,349

Property tax

$239

Home insurance

$76

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

$345,000 – $482,000

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.

361 Dinwiddie ST · 1 mi · 3,300 sqft$427,500 sold 2026-04
357 Dinwiddie ST · 1 mi · 3,387 sqft$399,000 sold 2026-09
340 Court ST · 1.1 mi · 3,456 sqft$482,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$260,000

Price / Sq Ft

$79

Annual Taxes

$2,872

Monthly Tax

$239

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.10%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 7, 2026$260,000—
Currently listed—$260,000—

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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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 1725 Prentis Avenue Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Douglass Park Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.1/10), 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 1725 Prentis Avenue 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 1725 Prentis Avenue Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 1725 Prentis Avenue Ave built?+
It was built in 1920, per the listing record.

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Listing courtesy of Alex Winfield · Coastal Group Inc. · REIN MLS #10656902

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1725 Prentis Avenue Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10656902 · 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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