9 days on market
$420,000
215 Riverside Dr
Portsmouth, Virginia 23707
MLS# 10634191 · WATERVIEW · Portsmouth VA
Updated May 27, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,637/mo
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Price / sq ft
$162
2,600 sq ft
Days on market
9
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1951
75 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,600
Garage
200
Schools
- ElementaryJohn Tyler Elementary School2/10
- MiddleChurchland Middle School5/10
- 5/10
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About this home
Rare opportunity to own a brick duplex with water views in the desirable Waterview neighborhood. Ideal for investors or owner-occupants seeking rental income—live in one unit and rent the other. Property includes a waterfront strip of land across the street on a finger of the Elizabeth River, offering beautiful views and added value. Each spacious unit features a living room, dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms, ful…
Listed by Henri Ellis · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs.
VaHome Team property overview
215 Riverside Drive is a 2,600-square-foot multi-family property in Portsmouth's Waterview neighborhood, built in 1951 and sitting just minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth — a rare find in one of the city's most character-rich riverside corridors.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 215 Riverside Drive apart is the combination of generous square footage, a mid-century bones that speaks to real craftsmanship, and a location that puts two major military installations within a single-digit drive. Multi-family properties of this size in Waterview don't surface often. The address sits along one of Portsmouth's most storied residential drives, where mature trees and historic architecture give the street a presence you can't manufacture.
WATERVIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market
Waterview is one of Portsmouth's quieter residential pockets — a neighborhood where the street names actually mean something and the housing stock tells a story going back decades. Riverside Drive in particular carries a certain weight: wide, tree-lined, and running close to the Elizabeth River, it's the kind of street that makes first-time visitors slow down. The area has a lived-in, established feel without feeling frozen in time. Neighbors tend to put down roots here. Portsmouth itself is a city that rewards people who look past the surface — it has a genuine waterfront, a walkable Olde Towne historic district nearby, and a central position in Hampton Roads that makes getting anywhere in the region straightforward. For anyone weighing a Portsmouth multi-family property, the Waterview neighborhood offers a grounded, community-oriented setting that larger, newer subdivisions rarely replicate.
What's nearby
Day-to-day errands are well within reach from Riverside Drive. Mockingbird Pasta Bar is just 0.3 miles away — a local spot worth knowing. Corner Cafe covers both your coffee and a casual meal at 0.6 miles, and Hometown Diner is right there alongside it. A & A Seafood Market and Fast 5 Grocery & Deli are both under a mile for fresh provisions, with Dollar General even closer at half a mile. DCo gym is 0.4 miles out when you want to stay active, and Maryview Park is a half-mile stroll for open air. Franklin Circle Park and Detroit Park round out the green space options within a short drive.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is six minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is seven — it's hard to find a better-positioned address for military households in this part of the city. A VA loan can make a multi-family property like this one especially practical, and Waterview's established, low-turnover character means you're buying into a neighborhood with staying power.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to properties with history and substance, 215 Riverside Drive delivers. Built in 1951 and sitting on one of Portsmouth's most architecturally consistent streets, this multi-family home carries the kind of mid-century character that newer construction simply can't replicate. Waterview has that rare quality of feeling genuinely rooted — the streetscape, the mature trees, the neighbors who've been there for years.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 215 Riverside Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately six minutes away by car — one of the closest residential addresses to the base you'll find in the city. USCG Base Portsmouth is similarly close at about seven minutes.
What neighborhood is 215 Riverside Drive in?
The property is located in the Waterview neighborhood of Portsmouth, Virginia — an established residential area along the Elizabeth River corridor known for its mid-century housing stock and tree-lined streets.
Is 215 Riverside Drive in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property.
What type of property is 215 Riverside Drive?
215 Riverside Drive is classified as a multi-family residential property, built in 1951, with approximately 2,600 square feet of total space.
What parks and green spaces are near 215 Riverside Drive?
Maryview Park is about a half mile away, making it an easy walk, and both Franklin Circle Park and Detroit Park are within 0.8 miles — giving you solid outdoor options close to home.
Want to know more about 215 Riverside Drive or the Waterview neighborhood? Tom and Dariya Milan are happy to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,600
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
N/A
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$420,000
Price / Sq Ft
$162
Annual Taxes
$4,027
Monthly Tax
$336
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.96%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 18, 2026 | $420,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $420,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 19, 2026.
Total Assessed
$324,780
Land
$62,270
Improvement
$262,510
Parcel ID: 03650320
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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 every 5 minutes from the REIN MLS.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,637/moPrincipal & interest
$2,179
Property tax
$336
Home insurance
$123
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 Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · MLS# 10634191
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$420,000
215 Riverside DR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23707
Portsmouth, Virginia 23707
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