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2,774sqft
94days on market

273 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

ActiveMulti Family Residential · built 1910 · PARK VIEW

Facts & features

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1910

Price / sqft

$153

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,491/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10640946

Interior

Approx. sqft
2,774

Construction & exterior

Style
Over/Under
Subtype
Duplex
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl,Wood

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
PARK VIEW
Zoning
HR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLE

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

About this home

Renovated over/under duplex in the heart of Portsmouth! Located with easy access to highways, bases, shopping, and restaurants. Tenants in both units, photos from when it was vacant. Unit 1 has LVP flooring throughout the main living areas. This unit has 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, living room, and extra space for storage. The kitchen has beautiful quartz counters and stainless appliances. Unit 2 has LVP flooring throughout the main living areas. This unit has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining area, and living room. The primary bedroom has an attached bathroom. The kitchen has beautiful quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a pantry. All appliances convey. Come see it today!

Listing courtesy of Jaima Botterbush · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10640946

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

273 Elm Avenue is a 2,774-square-foot multi-family property in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1910. It sits about one minute from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. The 23704 zip code puts you close to groceries, parks, and quick highway access. There's a lot of history packed into this address.

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See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23704, homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School, and homes for sale zoned for Park View Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Olde Towne Portsmouth 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

Buildings from 1910 don't come along often, and 273 Elm Avenue carries that era's craftsmanship in a package that still delivers real square footage. At 2,774 square feet, there's genuine space here. The location is the other headline: Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is literally one minute away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is two. Few addresses in Portsmouth sit this close to two major installations at once.

PARK VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market

Elm Avenue runs through one of Portsmouth's older residential corridors, where early-twentieth-century architecture sets the tone. The streets here have a settled, walkable character. Mature trees line the blocks, and the housing stock reflects the craftsmanship of the 1910s and 1920s. Crawford Park and Fort Nelson Park are both about three-tenths of a mile away, giving the area genuine green space within walking distance. Needle Beach is just 0.4 miles out. Portsmouth itself is a city with deep roots — it's home to one of the oldest naval shipyards in the country, and that history shows in the streetscapes and architecture. Getting around is straightforward. The Elizabeth River and its bridges connect Portsmouth to Norfolk quickly. Downtown Norfolk and the broader Hampton Roads metro are an easy drive. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will notice that the 23704 zip code offers a central position in the region that's hard to beat.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from 273 Elm Avenue. Food Lion and Old Towne Market Place are both within half a mile, and Amoco is just 0.4 miles out. Halal Shack, Church's Texas Chicken, and Hardee's are all about two-tenths of a mile away when you want a quick meal. Starbucks Coffee Company is 0.2 miles out, and Wawa is 0.3 miles if you prefer. Riverview Aquatics Center is 0.5 miles away for lap swimming or fitness classes. NMC Portsmouth Gym is 0.6 miles out and open to those with base access.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about one minute away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is two minutes out. VA loan financing is common among buyers in this zip code, and the short commute distance is a real draw. Anyone weighing Portsmouth homes for sale near NMC will find it hard to beat this proximity.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1910 multi-family building with 2,774 square feet is a rare find. The construction era means thick walls, distinct architectural details, and a footprint you simply can't replicate in newer builds. If you're drawn to homes for sale in 23704 with genuine age and character, 273 Elm Avenue belongs on your list.

More buyer questions

How far is 273 Elm Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about one minute away by car. The proximity makes this one of the closest residential addresses to the base in the city.

How far is 273 Elm Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is approximately two minutes away. Both installations are well within a very short commute from this address.

What schools serve 273 Elm Avenue?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School and homes for sale zoned for Park View Elementary School will want to verify current zoning directly with Portsmouth Public Schools, as attendance boundaries can change.

Is 273 Elm Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Review that section and consult the current FEMA flood map for the most accurate designation.

What is the property type at 273 Elm Avenue?

273 Elm Avenue is classified as a multi-family residential property. It was built in 1910 and totals 2,774 square feet.

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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 AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

In the Olde Towne Portsmouth neighborhood of Portsmouth. Portsmouth homes for sale →

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

$2,537/mo

Principal & interest

$2,205

Property tax

$208

Home insurance

$124

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

212% of $200,940

City assessment record · taxes $2,491/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $59,680

Improvements $141,260 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$235,300 – $427,500

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.

417 Court ST · 0.7 mi · 2,800 sqft$372,000 sold 2026-07
238 Webster AVE · 0.1 mi · 2,260 sqft$325,000 sold 2026-08
447 Dinwiddie ST · 0.6 mi · 2,407 sqft$359,900 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$425,000

Price / Sq Ft

$153

Annual Taxes

$2,491

Monthly Tax

$208

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.59%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 23, 2026$425,000—
Price reducedAug 4, 2026$425,000−$9,000
Currently listed—$425,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

112% above assessment

Total Assessed

$200,940

Land

$59,680

Improvement

$141,260

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

94 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 273 Elm 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 273 Elm Ave in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 273 Elm Ave?+
Yes — NMC Portsmouth Gym is about 0.5 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 273 Elm Ave?+
Owens Creek Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 273 Elm Ave?+
Amoco is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Halal shack (0.2 mi).
Does 273 Elm Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 273 Elm Ave built?+
It was built in 1910, 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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273 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10640946 · 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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