1913 County St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Why this home stands out

Built in 1920, this 1,700-square-foot home carries the kind of architectural character that newer construction simply can't replicate — think the proportions and craftsmanship of the early twentieth century paired with a lot that puts Turnpike Park literally steps from your front door. Four bedrooms and three full baths on 0.07 acres in a tight-knit urban neighborhood means you get real living space without a yard that eats your weekends.

ALL OTHERS AREA 21 and the Portsmouth real estate market

Mount Hermon is one of Portsmouth's established residential pockets — a compact, walkable grid of older homes with genuine neighborhood identity. Streets here have a lived-in quality: front porches, mature trees, and neighbors who actually know each other. Portsmouth itself is one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, sitting on the western bank of the Elizabeth River directly across from Norfolk. It's a city with deep maritime roots, a revitalized Old Towne district, and a cost of living that tends to run more accessible than its neighbors across the water. Mount Hermon sits in the southern portion of the city, which means you're close to the waterfront character of Portsmouth without being far from the regional highway network. For anyone who values walkability, proximity to green space, and a neighborhood with real history rather than a freshly poured subdivision, Mount Hermon delivers something increasingly rare in Hampton Roads.

What's nearby

Turnpike Park is just 0.1 miles away — an easy walk for morning routines or an afternoon with kids. Scotts Creek Park and Kinley Park are both within 0.4 miles, giving you multiple green-space options. Groceries are covered by Old Towne Market Place and Food Lion, both about 0.4 miles out. For a quick bite, Da Snacc Attacc Restaurant and Lounge is 0.3 miles away, with China Ocean and America's Best Wings rounding out nearby dining at 0.4 miles. Coffee runs are straightforward — Starbucks Coffee Company, Dunkin', and McDonald's are all under a mile. The Effingham Street Family YMCA sits 0.9 miles out for fitness needs.

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