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3beds
2baths
1,328sqft
87days on market

3116 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704

ActiveResidential · built 1900 · BRIGHTON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1900

Price / sqft

$177

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,345/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10640786

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,328
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Office/Study
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1200
Subdivision
BRIGHTON
Zoning
NMU
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

3 bedrooms and 2 baths, main floor bedroom for easy accessibility. Selling As-Is. PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AS IS NO REPAIRS.

Listing courtesy of Lisa Church · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10640786

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

Three-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1900 on a compact lot in Portsmouth. Just minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. Homes for sale in 23704 offer this kind of walkable, established neighborhood character.

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Why this home stands out

This 1,328-square-foot home sits on a corner lot in a century-old neighborhood with tree-lined streets and vintage charm. The layout flows across three bedrooms and two full baths—solid bones for a 1900 build. You're steps from the Scott Center Annex Commissary and a cluster of parks, gyms, and dining options. Portsmouth homes for sale rarely offer this combination of proximity to the shipyard and everyday convenience.

BRIGHTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

The block around 3116 Elm Avenue carries the quiet, established feel of early-1900s Portsmouth residential streets. Homes here are modest, well-kept, and tightly knit—the kind of neighborhood where you know your neighbors and can walk to what you need. The area sits in the heart of Portsmouth, a city with deep maritime and military roots along the Elizabeth River. Getting around is straightforward: major routes like Victory Boulevard and Crawford Parkway connect you to downtown Portsmouth, the waterfront, and beyond. Anyone comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth will notice how central this location is to employment, shopping, and recreation. The shipyard is three minutes away by car. This address falls within zones served by Brighton Elementary and Norcom High, anchoring homes for sale zoned for Brighton Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School. Daily life here balances small-town charm with big-city access.

What's nearby

The Scott Center Annex Commissary sits just a tenth of a mile away—your closest grocery stop. Mariner's Reef Cafe and Happy Time Food Mart are both within a short walk for coffee and quick meals. MWR Scott Annex Park is two blocks away, perfect for a morning or evening stroll. Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is also nearby at 0.3 miles. For dining variety, Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen and the Norfolk Naval Shipyard Food Truck both sit under a mile away. Jordan Bridge parking and Lansing Park offer green space and river views a bit farther out.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is three minutes away; USCG Base Portsmouth is four. VA loan financing is widely available in this neighborhood. The home's compact footprint and established infrastructure mean minimal setup time before you can settle in and focus on your posting.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and two full baths give you room to spread out across a 1,328-square-foot floor plan. The compact lot means less exterior maintenance, freeing time for what matters. Storage and layout flow naturally through the 1900 structure. A fenced yard and nearby parks provide outdoor space for recreation and relaxation.

More buyer questions

How far is 3116 Elm Avenue from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

About three minutes by car. The shipyard is one of the closest major employers to this address.

What grocery stores are nearby?

Scott Center Annex Commissary is just a tenth of a mile away. Amoco and Church Food Mart are also within walking distance.

Are there parks close by?

Yes. MWR Scott Annex Park is two blocks away, and Jordan Bridge parking and Lansing Park are also nearby for outdoor recreation.

Can I use a VA loan to purchase homes for sale in 23704?

VA loan financing is widely available in this Portsmouth neighborhood and is a common path for buyers in the area.

Is there a gym or fitness center nearby?

Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is 0.3 miles away, making it an easy stop for a workout routine.

Ready to explore this Portsmouth home? Reach out to learn more about 3116 Elm Avenue and what it offers.

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Portsmouth$195K – $275K3+ beds

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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 (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

9.7 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It has tree-lined streets and a mix of home styles. They reflect the area's deep local roots.

$275K

Median sale · 12 mo

$171

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

18

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

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$1,483/mo

Principal & interest

$1,219

Property tax

$195

Home insurance

$69

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

125% of $188,110

City assessment record · taxes $2,345/yr

Land share of assessed value

29% — $54,690

Improvements $133,420 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$90,000 – $305,000

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.

126 Channing AVE · 1.1 mi · 1,320 sqft$90,000 sold 2026-09
76 Harris RD · 1.1 mi · 1,364 sqft$305,000 sold 2026-09
16 Rex AVE · 1.2 mi · 1,335 sqft$161,500 sold 2026-07

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$235,000

Price / Sq Ft

$177

Annual Taxes

$2,345

Monthly Tax

$195

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.00%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 22, 2026$235,000—
Price increasedAug 19, 2026$235,000+$75,000
Currently listed—$235,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

25% above assessment

Total Assessed

$188,110

Land

$54,690

Improvement

$133,420

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

87 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 3116 Elm Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Brighton Elementary (VaHome School Score 3/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3116 Elm 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 3116 Elm Ave?+
Yes — Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center is about 0.1 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 3116 Elm Ave?+
MWR Scott Annex Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 3116 Elm Ave?+
Amoco is about 0.1 miles away. The closest dining on record is Happy Time Food Mart (0 mi).
Does 3116 Elm Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3116 Elm Ave built?+
It was built in 1900, 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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3116 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10640786 · 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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