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$251,000
$196 / sqft · est. $1,736/mo →
3beds
2.1baths
1,280sqft
19days on market

217 Brittlebrush Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701

ActiveResidential · built 2020 · NEW PORT

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

2020

Price / sqft

$196

HOA fee

$360/mo

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10649452

HOA association includes

CableClubhouseGround MaintPlaygroundsPool

$360/mo HOA fee · N/A · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,280
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
PBR with Bath, Pantry
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Cable Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool

Utilities & systems

Heating
Electric
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.0000
Subdivision
NEW PORT
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
2 Space, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

**Use preferred lender and get your home inspection and appraisal paid for**. Make your day EASY stop by this home first!! This beautifully maintained 3BR/2.5BA townhome, built in 2020, offers modern comfort and low-maintenance living. Enjoy an open-concept layout, spacious kitchen with island, stainless-steel appliances and pantry. Conveniently located near I-264, major roadways, shopping, dining and the growing Casino Portsmouth Entertainment District. A wonderful opportunity in a vibrant and developing area of Portsmouth!

Listing courtesy of Martina Allen · Verian Realty · REIN MLS #10649452

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

Built in 2020, this 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath townhome-style home in Portsmouth packs 1,280 square feet of modern construction into a location that puts Norfolk Naval Shipyard just six minutes away — a genuinely rare combination of newness and convenience in this zip code.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23701, homes for sale zoned for Manor High School, and homes for sale zoned for Victory Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Brighton homes for sale, Portsmouth waterfront homes for sale, Portsmouth condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Portsmouth.

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Why this home stands out

Most homes in this price tier in Portsmouth come with decades of deferred maintenance baked in. This one was built in 2020, which means you're starting with current building codes, modern mechanicals, and a floor plan designed for the way people actually live today. Three bedrooms, two full baths, a half bath, and a footprint that doesn't waste space — it's a tight, efficient package that's hard to find among Portsmouth homes for sale.

NEW PORT and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth sits on the western bank of the Elizabeth River, directly across from Norfolk, and it carries a character that's distinctly its own — working waterfront roots, a revitalized Olde Towne historic district, and neighborhoods that feel genuinely lived-in rather than manufactured. The 23701 zip code occupies the southern end of the city, a quieter residential pocket that trades the bustle of downtown for tree-lined streets and easy access to both the shipyard and the interstate. Woodland Park is just 0.3 miles away, and Maplewood Park is a short four-tenths of a mile from the front door — green space is not something you'll have to drive to find here. Families comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will notice that this part of the city offers a grounded, no-frills neighborhood feel with genuine proximity to major employers and everyday conveniences.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are easy from Brittlebrush Drive. Farm Fresh International covers the full grocery run at 0.8 miles, and a Dollar General is equally close for quick stops. When you'd rather not cook, New York Pizza & Deli is just 0.6 miles away, and Hay Hing Chinese rounds out the options at 0.7 miles. Coffee is covered by both a nearby 7-Eleven and Crossings Cafe, with a Starbucks Coffee Company also within 0.8 miles. Woodland Park at 0.3 miles and GreenwoodSniffSpot at 0.4 miles give you and any four-legged family members plenty of room to stretch out without getting in the car.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Six minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and six minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math here is hard to argue with. A VA loan pairs naturally with a 2020-built home that won't surprise you with repair bills, and the half bath on the main level is a small detail that makes a big difference when the schedule is full. Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Victory Elementary School will find this address falls within both attendance zones.

For first-time buyers

A 2020 build means you're not inheriting someone else's aging HVAC or outdated wiring — everything here started fresh just a few years ago. Three bedrooms and two full baths give you room to grow, and the half bath keeps mornings running smoothly. The location among homes for sale in 23701 puts parks, groceries, and restaurants all within a mile, which makes daily life genuinely manageable without a long commute eating into your evenings.

More buyer questions

How far is 217 Brittlebrush DR from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately six minutes from 217 Brittlebrush Drive by car, making this one of the closer residential options to the yard in the entire region.

How far is 217 Brittlebrush DR from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is also about six minutes away, so households with service members at either installation can realistically reach both bases from the same address.

What year was 217 Brittlebrush DR built?

The home was built in 2020, which places it among the newer construction you'll find when browsing homes for sale in Portsmouth — modern mechanicals and current code compliance come standard.

Is 217 Brittlebrush DR in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

Are there parks near 217 Brittlebrush DR?

Yes — Woodland Park is just 0.3 miles away and Maplewood Park is 0.4 miles out, giving you two walkable green spaces within easy reach of the front door.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out — reach out to get your questions answered and schedule a walk-through of 217 Brittlebrush Drive.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of housing styles that reflect its established community roots.

$286K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

20

For sale now

$46K

HH income

55.2%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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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

$1,376/mo

Principal & interest

$1,302

Property tax

$0

Home insurance

$73

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

$360

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

107% of $234,380

City assessment record

Land share of assessed value

24% — $56,250

Improvements $178,130 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$175,000 – $285,000

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.

1 Holly Hill CT · 1 mi · 1,300 sqft$242,500 sold 2026-03
28 Woodland ST · 1.1 mi · 1,305 sqft$285,000 sold 2026-06
303 Bunche BLVD · 1.2 mi · 1,300 sqft$271,500 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$251,000

Price / Sq Ft

$196

Annual Taxes

N/A

Monthly Tax

N/A

HOA fee

$360 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

N/A

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 16, 2026$251,000—
Price reducedAug 30, 2026$251,000−$3,000
Currently listed—$251,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

7% above assessment

Total Assessed

$234,380

Land

$56,250

Improvement

$178,130

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.

Market tempo

19 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 217 Brittlebrush Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Victory Elementary (VaHome School Score 3.7/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 217 Brittlebrush Dr 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 217 Brittlebrush Dr have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is N/A. Association amenities on record include: Cable, Clubhouse, Ground Maint, Playgrounds, Pool.
When was 217 Brittlebrush Dr built?+
It was built in 2020, per the listing record.

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

The people

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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Martina Allen · Verian Realty · REIN MLS #10649452

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217 Brittlebrush Dr, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10649452 · 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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