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$300,000
$226 / sqft · est. $1,937/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,330sqft
8days on market

20 Riverview Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

ActiveResidential · built 1978 · PARK VIEW

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1978

Price / sqft

$226

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,515/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10647480

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,330
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1800
Subdivision
PARK VIEW
Zoning
HR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Historical District

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

About this home

Welcome to this beautifully maintained home. Renovated in 2021. This 3-bedroom, 2 bathroom and 1 car garage home boasts updated bathrooms, and systems less than 5 years old. The move in ready home offers an open concept which is great for entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom offers plenty of space for relaxation with a spa style en suite and a spacious walk-in closet. Walking out to the backyard, it offers lots of room for family gatherings with a newly built deck perfect for relaxing. The home is close to Rivers Casino and shopping.

Listing courtesy of Jameila Ingram · Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty · REIN MLS #10647480

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

20 Riverview Ave is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1978 and offering roughly 1,330 square feet just one minute from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — a location that's genuinely hard to beat for military medical professionals and their families.

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Why this home stands out

The address says it all: one minute to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and two minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth. For active-duty medical staff, corpsmen, or anyone whose daily commute runs through those gates, this is the kind of proximity that changes your quality of life. Add a walkable cluster of gyms, parks, coffee, and food within half a mile, and 20 Riverview Ave functions more like an urban village than a quiet residential street.

PARK VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market

Riverview Ave sits in a compact, established pocket of Portsmouth — a city that punches well above its size when it comes to character. Portsmouth is one of the oldest cities in Virginia, and that history shows in the brick sidewalks and mature tree canopies that line many of its streets. This particular corner of the city hugs the waterfront district and sits close to the medical campus, giving it a neighborhood feel that blends workaday practicality with genuine charm. The surrounding blocks are a mix of single-family homes and smaller residential properties, the kind of neighborhood where people tend to stay. Portsmouth itself offers easy access to the broader Hampton Roads region via the Downtown Tunnel and the High Street ferry landing, connecting you to Norfolk's Ghent and downtown in minutes. Whether you're grabbing coffee before a shift or walking the dog after dinner, daily life at this address is genuinely low-effort.

What's nearby

Within a short walk or quick drive, you've got real options. Pie-O-Neer Pizza is just 0.4 miles away for a casual dinner, and Panda Express and Subway are both within half a mile when you need something fast. Coffee is covered from multiple angles: MWR Liberty Center is 0.2 miles out, Green Beans Coffee at the Portsmouth Naval Hospital NEX is 0.5 miles, and Cure Coffeehouse sits 0.8 miles away for a more neighborhood vibe. Fitness is almost embarrassingly convenient — Work gym is 0.1 miles, NMC Portsmouth Gym and Riverview Aquatics Center are both 0.2 miles. Hospital Point Park is 0.4 miles for outdoor time, and Ben White Dog Park and Bea Arthur Dog Park are each 0.6 miles away.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

For military medical personnel and their families, 20 Riverview Ave in Portsmouth is about as close to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth as residential living gets — one minute from the gate. USCG Base Portsmouth is two minutes in the other direction. That kind of commute math matters when schedules are unpredictable, deployments shift, and family time is precious. VA loan eligibility makes this address even more worth a serious look.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home and want a property that makes daily logistics simple, 20 Riverview Ave delivers. Three bedrooms, two baths, and 1,330 square feet give you room to grow without overwhelming you. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods offer solid long-term value, and the walkable access to gyms, parks, coffee, and food means you won't feel like you're sacrificing convenience to get into the market.

More buyer questions

How far is 20 Riverview Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately one minute away by car — the base entrance is essentially around the corner from Riverview Ave, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the medical campus in the city.

How far is 20 Riverview Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about two minutes away, placing 20 Riverview Ave within easy reach of both major installations in this part of the city.

What is the flood zone status for 20 Riverview Ave?

Portsmouth includes areas with varying flood zone designations given its waterfront geography — check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the specific FEMA flood zone assigned to this parcel.

Is there an HOA at 20 Riverview Ave?

Based on available property data, this home does not appear to be subject to an HOA, though you should confirm current HOA status during the due-diligence period of any transaction.

What are the walkability and fitness options near 20 Riverview Ave?

Walkability is a genuine strength here — Work gym is 0.1 miles away, NMC Portsmouth Gym and Riverview Aquatics Center are both 0.2 miles, and Hospital Point Park is 0.4 miles, giving you multiple options for staying active without getting in a car.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out — reach out to get the full picture on 20 Riverview Ave and what it takes to make it yours.

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Schools

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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

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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

$1,937/mo

Principal & interest

$1,557

Property tax

$293

Home insurance

$88

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

106% of $283,480

City assessment record · taxes $3,515/yr

Land share of assessed value

27% — $76,980

Improvements $206,500 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$147,000 – $348,450

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.

173 Noble ST · 2.6 mi · 1,300 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-06
3704 Deep Creek BLVD · 2.6 mi · 1,379 sqft$279,000 sold 2026-01
3012 Elliott AVE · 2.7 mi · 1,350 sqft$170,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$300,000

Price / Sq Ft

$226

Annual Taxes

$3,515

Monthly Tax

$293

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.17%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 6, 2026$300,000—
Currently listed—$300,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

6% above assessment

Total Assessed

$283,480

Land

$76,980

Improvement

$206,500

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

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Market tempo

8 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Is 20 Riverview Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Park View Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.6/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 20 Riverview 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 20 Riverview Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 20 Riverview Ave built?+
It was built in 1978, per the listing record.

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

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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20 Riverview Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10647480 · 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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