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PortsmouthGREEN ACRES3105 Verne Ave✓ Source: REIN MLS #10643439 · record updated Jul 19, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$385,000
$226 / sqft · est. $2,392/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,700sqft
9days on market

3105 Verne Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Under ContractResidential · built 1950 · GREEN ACRES

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Charming Cape Cod situated on a spacious lot with a welcoming front porch, perfect for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Step inside to discover fresh interior paint, plush new carpet, and durable luxury vinyl plank flooring that create a bright, stylish, and cohesive feel throughout. The beautifully renovated kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing soft-close shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a custom tile backsplash. The main level offers two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the second-floor primary suite provides a private retreat complete with a full bath and walk-in closet. An oversized detached garage/workshop, built in 2016, offers exceptional space for storage, hobbies, or projects. Additional updates include a roof that's only a few years old and a 2018 HVAC system for added peace of mind. Conveniently located with easy interstate access for quick commutes to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Newport News, and just minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences.

Listing courtesy of Lora More · A Better Way Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10643439

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 1,700-square-foot, three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1950 in Portsmouth, Virginia — sitting just eight minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and nine minutes from NSA Northwest Annex, with the kind of established neighborhood character that only decades of maturity can produce.

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Why this home stands out

Homes from this era in Portsmouth tend to carry real bones — solid construction, generous room proportions, and lot sizes that newer subdivisions rarely match. At 1,700 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths, 3105 Verne Ave offers comfortable daily living without the cramped feel of a starter box. The 1950s vintage means character details alongside the kind of mature landscaping and tree canopy that simply can't be fast-tracked.

GREEN ACRES and the Portsmouth real estate market

Verne Avenue sits in a quiet, established residential pocket of Portsmouth — a city with more than three centuries of history anchoring the western shore of Hampton Roads. Portsmouth real estate spans a wide range of personalities, from the grand Victorian streetscapes of Olde Towne to the mid-century subdivisions that fanned out in the postwar boom, and this address lands squarely in that latter tradition. Streets here are lined with mature trees, and neighbors tend to put down roots. Portsmouth shares a working waterfront with Norfolk across the Elizabeth River, and the city punches well above its size in terms of cultural offerings — the Portside waterfront, the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum, and a genuinely walkable downtown core are all part of the fabric. For a primary keyword snapshot: Portsmouth, Virginia homes in this corridor offer commute times to multiple Hampton Roads bases that are genuinely hard to beat.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from 3105 Verne Ave. Grocery options, pharmacies, and big-box retail along Victory Boulevard and Frederick Boulevard are within a short drive. Churchland's commercial strip adds more dining and services just to the west. For green space, the Northwest River corridor and several Portsmouth city parks are close by. The area also connects easily to Interstate 664, putting you within reach of Suffolk, Chesapeake, and the broader Hampton Roads metro without a painful commute in any direction.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Eight minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and nine minutes to NSA Northwest Annex — that kind of proximity is rare and genuinely changes daily life. Whether you're using a VA loan to make the purchase work or simply prioritizing a short commute over a long one, 3105 Verne Ave puts two major installations within easy reach without locking you into base housing waitlists or a lengthy drive at the end of a long shift.

For first-time buyers

A three-bedroom, two-bath home with 1,700 square feet in an established Portsmouth neighborhood is a meaningful foothold in the Hampton Roads market. The 1950 build year means the neighborhood itself is mature — streets are settled, trees are grown, and the community has a real identity. For a buyer stepping into homeownership for the first time, that kind of stability is worth as much as the square footage.

More buyer questions

How far is 3105 Verne Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately eight minutes away by car, making this address one of the more conveniently located options for NMCP staff and affiliated personnel in the area.

How far is 3105 Verne Ave from NSA Northwest Annex?

NSA Northwest Annex is roughly nine minutes from the property, giving households with assignments at either installation a genuinely short daily commute.

What is the flood zone status for 3105 Verne Ave?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review it carefully and factor it into your insurance research before making any decisions.

Is there an HOA at 3105 Verne Ave?

Based on available information, this property does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should always confirm during the due-diligence period.

What can you tell me about the age and construction of the home?

The home was built in 1950, placing it in the postwar mid-century era when residential construction in Hampton Roads expanded rapidly — typically characterized by solid framing, straightforward floor plans, and lot sizes more generous than what most modern subdivisions offer.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth's neighborhoods inside and out — reach out to get a straight-talking, no-pressure conversation about whether 3105 Verne Ave fits your goals.

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

1950

Price / sqft

$226

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,388/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10643439

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,700
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Range, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Gar Door Opener

Construction & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.3300
Subdivision
GREEN ACRES
Zoning
GR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLE
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

Sources: REIN MLS record · 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 C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Churchland

Churchland is an established residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and collection of well-maintained homes spanning multiple decades.

$312K

Median sale · 12 mo

$205

Sold $/sq ft

17d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$66K

HH income

46%

Owner-occupied

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

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Location intelligence

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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

$2,392/mo

Principal & interest

$1,998

Property tax

$282

Home insurance

$112

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

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

$240,000$420,000

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.

218 Logan DR · 2.2 mi · 1,701 sqft$330,000 sold 2026-06
307 Mayflower RD · 2.4 mi · 1,645 sqft$319,900 sold 2026-02
302 Chandler Harper DR · 2.7 mi · 1,718 sqft$240,000 sold 2026-01

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$385,000

Price / Sq Ft

$226

Annual Taxes

$3,388

Monthly Tax

$282

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.88%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$385,000
Currently listed$385,000

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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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 3105 Verne Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Churchland Elementary (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3105 Verne 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 3105 Verne Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3105 Verne Ave built?+
It was built in 1950, per the listing record.

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The people

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Lora More · A Better Way Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10643439

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