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$135,500

20 Dewey St

Portsmouth, Virginia 23704

MLS# 10637488 · TRUXTON · Portsmouth VA

Updated 22 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS

Est. payment

$922/mo

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Price / sq ft

$151

896 sq ft

Days on market

0

New listing

HOA

None

Year built

1919

107 yrs old

Beds

3

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

1

Sq Ft

896

Garage

No

Residential2 StorySingle FamilyWaterfront — Not Waterfront

Schools

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About this home

Opportunity to bring your vision to this 1.5-story home featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Offering plenty of potential, this property is ready for updates and personal touches to restore it to its full charm. Whether you're an owner-occupant looking to build equity or an investor seeking your next project, this home presents a great opportunity. Bring your ideas and make it your own! Conveniently located near the…

Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC

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Property Details

Bedrooms

3

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

1

Approx Sq Ft

896

Stories

2

Fireplaces

0

Flooring

Carpet

Heating

Cooling

Laundry

Interior Features

N/A

Appliances

None

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$135,500

Price / Sq Ft

$151

Annual Taxes

$2,147

Monthly Tax

$179

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.58%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 1, 2026$135,500
Currently listed$135,500

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About buying in Portsmouth

Homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA combine historic charm with the most affordable entry prices in Hampton Roads. Olde Towne Portsmouth (23704) features cobblestone streets and Federalist-era row houses overlooking the Elizabeth River, with active listings typically ranging $250K-$500K. Western Portsmouth's Churchland neighborhood (23703) offers larger suburban homes, top schools, and direct commutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Park View (23707) and Cradock (23702) provide some of the most affordable single-family inventory in the region, often under $200K. Portsmouth's biggest employers are Norfolk Naval Shipyard (one of the largest ship-repair facilities in the country) and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Hampton Roads' largest military hospital. Active-duty military and shipyard families make up a significant share of buyers, and VA loan financing is common. Portsmouth Public Schools includes Churchland High, Manor High, and I.C. Norcom High; Churchland is consistently among the city's top-performing high schools. Buyers looking for waterfront views without Virginia Beach prices often find Portsmouth's Olde Towne and Hodges Ferry areas particularly attractive. Browse every active Portsmouth listing below, refreshed hourly from the REIN MLS.

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Estimate your monthly payment

$922/mo

Principal & interest

$703

Property tax

$179

Home insurance

$40

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.

Listed by Benham Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10637488

Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

ACTIVE LISTING

$135,500

20 Dewey ST, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704

Portsmouth, Virginia 23704

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Quick Facts

TypeResidential
Year Built1919
Lot Size0.0700
Taxes$2,147/yr
HOANone
Heating
Cooling

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