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$285,000
$149 / sqft · est. $1,802/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,910sqft
126days on market

2605 Roanoke Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

Under ContractResidential · built 1955 · PIEDMONT HEIGHTS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home featuring a versatile bonus room great for a home office, playroom, or flex space. The open-concept floor plan offers a spacious kitchen with a large island that's ideal for entertaining or gathering with family and friends. The laundry room is conveniently located just off the kitchen for everyday ease. A separate side entrance leads to a utility room that could easily be used as a home gym, workshop, or additional storage. Major updates include a new roof and windows in 2018 and new flooring in 2025. Enjoy cozy evenings by the wood-burning fireplace (conveys as is). This home offers comfort, flexibility, and great space for modern living!

Listing courtesy of Debbie Reynolds · Keller Williams Richmond West · REIN MLS #10624225

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A solid 1955 brick-era home in Portsmouth's Piedmont Heights neighborhood, 2605 Roanoke Ave offers 1,910 square feet of living space on a 0.21-acre lot — just three minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and surrounded by everyday conveniences within walking distance.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 2605 Roanoke Ave apart is its rare combination of proximity and space. Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard is genuinely hard to beat in this market, and the 0.21-acre lot gives you breathing room that smaller infill properties simply can't offer. The 1955 build era means solid construction with room dimensions that feel generous — not the chopped-up floor plans common in newer builds. Three bedrooms, two full baths, and 1,910 square feet make this a home you can actually grow into.

PIEDMONT HEIGHTS and the Portsmouth real estate market

Piedmont Heights is one of Portsmouth's quietly established residential pockets — the kind of neighborhood where the trees are mature, the streets are familiar, and neighbors tend to stay for years. The area carries the character of mid-century Portsmouth: modest but well-built homes on real lots, sidewalks that actually get used, and a community feel that newer subdivisions spend decades trying to manufacture. Sitting in the southern part of the city, Piedmont Heights puts you close to the waterfront heritage of Portsmouth without the tourist foot traffic. Portsmouth itself is a city with genuine bones — historic districts, working waterfront, and a downtown that has been drawing reinvestment steadily. From 2605 Roanoke Ave, you're connected to all of it while still coming home to a real residential street. The 23704 zip code places you in a part of Portsmouth that military families and long-term residents alike have chosen for its convenience and livability.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Roanoke Ave. Lansing Park is just 0.3 miles away for a quick outdoor reset, and the Truxtun Historic District is only 0.4 miles out — a great spot for a walk with some history underfoot. Highland Biltmore Park adds another green option at 0.7 miles. For food, Hott Platz is practically around the corner at 0.1 miles, with Jem's 'Take A Plate' and Cuzzoz Kitchen both within 0.3 miles. Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is 0.7 miles away, and Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness is a mile out. Mariner's Reef Cafe and Starbucks are both reachable in under a mile for your morning coffee run.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Three minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard and four minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math here is genuinely rare. For active-duty families, that kind of proximity means more time at home and less time in Hampton Roads traffic. A VA loan is a natural fit for this property, and the 0.21-acre lot gives the whole family room to spread out on a real residential street in Piedmont Heights.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home, 2605 Roanoke Ave checks the boxes that matter most: a defined neighborhood with long-term residents, a lot size that gives you outdoor space, and a 1,910-square-foot layout that won't feel cramped as life evolves. Piedmont Heights has the stability of an established community, and the location in Portsmouth keeps you connected to employment centers across Hampton Roads without a brutal commute.

More buyer questions

How far is 2605 Roanoke Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 3 minutes by car from 2605 Roanoke Ave — one of the shortest base commutes available in this part of Portsmouth. That proximity is a consistent draw for active-duty personnel and civilian employees alike.

What is the Piedmont Heights neighborhood like?

Piedmont Heights is an established mid-century residential neighborhood in Portsmouth with mature trees, owner-occupied homes on real lots, and a community character that has held steady for decades. It's quieter than downtown Portsmouth but still well-connected to the broader city.

Is 2605 Roanoke Ave in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for 2605 Roanoke Ave is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing flood insurance options with your agent.

How old is the home at 2605 Roanoke Ave and what does that mean for the build quality?

The home was built in 1955, placing it in the post-war construction era known for solid framing, generous room dimensions, and brick or masonry-heavy exteriors. Homes from this period were built to last, though buyers should always conduct a thorough inspection to assess current condition.

Are there parks and green spaces near 2605 Roanoke Ave?

Yes — Lansing Park is 0.3 miles away, the Truxtun Historic District offers walkable green space at 0.4 miles, and Highland Biltmore Park is 0.7 miles out. All three are reachable on foot or with a very short drive.

Want to know more about 2605 Roanoke Ave or Piedmont Heights? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are local experts — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$149

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,884/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10624225

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,910
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch, Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2100
Subdivision
PIEDMONT HEIGHTS
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
4 Space, Carport, Covered, Driveway Spc
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Pet on Premises

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 B

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.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

14

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

$1,802/mo

Principal & interest

$1,479

Property tax

$240

Home insurance

$83

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.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

115% of $247,020

City assessment record · taxes $2,884/yr

Land share of assessed value

28% — $69,000

Improvements $178,020 · 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

$181,800 – $330,000

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.

8 Dahlgren AVE · 1.5 mi · 1,912 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-05
17 Davis ST · 1.5 mi · 1,900 sqft$330,000 sold 2026-05
17 Prospect PW · 1.2 mi · 2,050 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$285,000

Price / Sq Ft

$149

Annual Taxes

$2,884

Monthly Tax

$240

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.01%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMar 12, 2026$285,000—
Currently listed—$285,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

15% above assessment

Total Assessed

$247,020

Land

$69,000

Improvement

$178,020

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 2605 Roanoke Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Douglass Park Elementary (GreatSchools 2/10), Cradock Middle, Manor High (GreatSchools 2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 2605 Roanoke 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.
Is there a gym near 2605 Roanoke Ave?+
Yes — Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is about 0.7 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 2605 Roanoke Ave?+
Lansing Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 2605 Roanoke Ave?+
bp is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Hott platz (0.1 mi).
Does 2605 Roanoke Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 2605 Roanoke Ave built?+
It was built in 1955, 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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Listing courtesy of Debbie Reynolds · Keller Williams Richmond West · REIN MLS #10624225

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2605 Roanoke Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10624225 · 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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