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20 Greenbrier RD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23707 - Main photo
$232,000
$211 / sqft · est. $1,530/mo →
4beds
1baths
1,100sqft
85days on market

20 Greenbrier Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23707

SoldResidential · built 1940 · LYNN SHORES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to this charming brick cape cod style home; perfectly nestled in the sought after Lynn Shores neighborhood. This 4-bedroom home offers a versatile, comfortable layout w/bedrooms up & downstairs. Enjoy a fully fenced, oversized backyard; Offering the perfect private space. "as is" Seller to only make repairs required by lender.

Listing courtesy of Traci Cistola · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · REIN MLS #10628920

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A compact 1940s four-bedroom home on Greenbrier Road in Portsmouth, Virginia — just five minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and six minutes from USCG Base Portsmouth, with everyday essentials, parks, and local restaurants all within walking distance.

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Why this home stands out

Four bedrooms in 1,100 square feet is a rare find for a home built in 1940 — this layout punches well above its size class. The bones are classic mid-century, the location is practically unbeatable for anyone tied to the Portsmouth waterfront bases, and the walkable block gives you grocery stores, a gym, and a pasta bar before you even need your car.

LYNN SHORES and the Portsmouth real estate market

Greenbrier Road sits in a quiet residential pocket of Portsmouth, Virginia — one of Hampton Roads' oldest and most historically layered cities. The surrounding streets carry that unhurried, established feel you get from neighborhoods where people actually know their neighbors. Mature trees line the blocks, lots are generously sized for the era, and the overall character leans toward working-class pride: well-kept yards, front porches, and a real sense of community that newer subdivisions rarely replicate. Portsmouth itself is a city of genuine character — home to the Olde Towne Historic District, a working waterfront, and easy access to the rest of Hampton Roads via the Downtown Tunnel and High Street. For anyone considering a VA loan, Portsmouth's price points and proximity to multiple installations make it one of the more strategically positioned cities in the region. The city is served by Portsmouth's own municipal services and sits in independent-city jurisdiction, separate from surrounding counties.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy from Greenbrier Road. Detroit Park is just 0.3 miles away — a quick walk for morning routines or afternoon downtime. DCo gym is also 0.3 miles out if you prefer your workouts close to home. Mockingbird Pasta Bar is 0.4 miles away for a proper sit-down dinner, and Dria's Kitchen 'Box Fired' Pizzeria & Catering is 0.6 miles out when pizza night calls. For groceries, you have two options within half a mile: Noura Inc Mt. Vernon Supermarket and Port Norfolk Supermarket. ZandyLu coffee shop is 0.6 miles away for your morning ritual. Franklin Circle Park and Bruce Johnson Memorial Park both sit 0.6 miles out, giving you multiple green-space options within easy reach.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is five minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is six — that kind of commute is hard to beat anywhere in Hampton Roads. Four bedrooms give a growing military family real breathing room, and the walkable neighborhood means a spouse or family member without a car isn't stranded. A VA loan can make a home like this especially accessible for eligible service members.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, four bedrooms in an established Portsmouth neighborhood is a strong starting point. The 1940 construction means solid bones and a lot that reflects the generous sizing of that era. Everyday needs — groceries, a gym, parks, coffee — are all within a short walk, which keeps your daily budget and your commute manageable from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 20 Greenbrier RD from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes away by car, making this one of the closest residential streets to the base in the area. The short commute is a consistent draw for medical staff and active-duty personnel assigned there.

How far is 20 Greenbrier RD from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about six minutes away by car. The proximity to both Portsmouth installations from a single address is genuinely unusual and a major practical advantage.

What is the flood zone status for 20 Greenbrier RD?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Portsmouth has areas of varying flood risk, so reviewing that tile before making decisions is always recommended.

What parks are near 20 Greenbrier RD in Portsmouth?

Detroit Park is the closest at 0.3 miles, followed by Franklin Circle Park and Bruce Johnson Memorial Park, both at 0.6 miles. All three are reachable on foot from Greenbrier Road.

Is there an HOA for 20 Greenbrier RD?

This property does not have a homeowners association, so there are no HOA restrictions or dues to factor into your planning.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and take the next step on Greenbrier Road.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1940

Price / sqft

$211

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,097/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10628920

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,100
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Porch
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas, Other
Cooling
Central Air, Other
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
LYNN SHORES
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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 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

$1,530/mo

Principal & interest

$1,204

Property tax

$258

Home insurance

$68

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

93% of $249,780

City assessment record · taxes $3,097/yr

Land share of assessed value

40% — $100,980

Improvements $148,800 · 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

$179,000 – $315,000

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.

106 Porter RD · 0.1 mi · 1,300 sqft$301,000 sold 2026-04
8 Montgomery ST · 0.1 mi · 1,320 sqft$291,000 sold 2026-04
632 Shenandoah ST · 1.1 mi · 1,250 sqft$229,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$232,000

Price / Sq Ft

$211

Annual Taxes

$3,097

Monthly Tax

$258

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.33%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 7, 2026$232,000—
Price reducedJul 31, 2026$232,000−$7,900
SoldJul 28, 2026$232,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

7% below assessment

Total Assessed

$249,780

Land

$100,980

Improvement

$148,800

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.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 20 Greenbrier Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary (GreatSchools 2/10), Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 20 Greenbrier Rd 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 20 Greenbrier Rd?+
Yes — DCo is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 20 Greenbrier Rd?+
Detroit Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 20 Greenbrier Rd?+
Noura Inc Mt. Vernon Supermarket is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Mockingbird Pasta Bar (0.4 mi).
Does 20 Greenbrier Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 20 Greenbrier Rd built?+
It was built in 1940, per the listing record.

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

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Traci Cistola · CENTURY 21 Nachman Realty · REIN MLS #10628920

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20 Greenbrier Rd, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10628920 · 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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