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3218 Dogwood DR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23703 - Main photo

$330,000

3beds

2baths

1,620sqft

2days on market

3218 Dogwood Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703

SoldResidential · built 1957 · SIESTA GARDENS

About this home

Charming brick rancher — 3 beds, 2 baths, move-in ready. This well-maintained home features beautiful hardwood floors, a formal dining room, and a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace. Bright kitchen, attached one-car garage, and a large backyard enclosed by a vinyl privacy fence great for relaxing, entertaining and pets. Close to schools, shopping, and commuter routes. Don't miss this one — call to schedule a showing.

Listing courtesy of Tammy Kauffman · Abbitt Realty Company LLC · REIN MLS #10652693

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1957

Price / sqft

$204

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,617/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10652693

Interior

Bedrooms: 3
Full baths: 2
Approx. sqft: 1,620
Stories: 1
Flooring: Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
First-floor bed & full bath: Yes
Total rooms: 6
Other rooms: 1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style: Ranch
Subtype: Detached
Foundation: Crawl
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior: Brick
Pool: No Pool
Fencing: Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating: Nat Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Water heater: Gas
Water: City/County
Sewer: City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size: 0.3500
Subdivision: SIESTA GARDENS
Zoning: GR
Ownership: Fee Simple
Garage: Yes
Parking: Garage Att 1 Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession: CLOSING
Disclosures: Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

This 1957 three-bedroom, two-bath home sits on a quiet street in Portsmouth with easy access to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. The 1,620 square feet offers classic mid-century layout and charm. You're minutes from groceries, dining, and fitness options.

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Why this home stands out

Built in 1957, this home carries solid bones and straightforward floor plan. The lot is compact but well-situated on Dogwood Drive. Buyers comparing Portsmouth homes for sale will appreciate the walkable neighborhood and short commute to base. The property sits in an established residential area with mature trees and stable neighbors.

SIESTA GARDENS and the Portsmouth real estate market

Dogwood Drive is a quiet, tree-lined street in a stable Portsmouth neighborhood. Single-family homes and modest yards define the block—the kind of street where neighbors know each other. The area has been residential for decades, with homes built mostly in the mid-twentieth century. Portsmouth itself is a historic waterfront city with strong naval and maritime roots. Daily errands are simple: groceries and coffee shops sit a few blocks away. Getting around is straightforward on local roads; Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about nine minutes by car. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23703 will find this location offers both neighborhood stability and convenient base access. The established character here draws people who value a settled community.

What's nearby

Billy D's Seafood & Chicken and Harvey's Hot Dogs are both a short walk away. JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe sits nearby if you want a morning coffee or lunch spot. Food Lion and ALDI are each two blocks away for groceries. Planet Fitness and Full Potential Fitness and Wellness are within walking distance. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields is close by for outdoor recreation. Ebony Heights Park offers green space a short drive away.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about nine minutes away. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly eleven minutes by car. VA loan financing is common in this area and moves quickly here. The home's straightforward layout and established neighborhood make transition smooth.

Room to grow

Three bedrooms and two full baths provide room to spread out. The 1,620 square feet is laid out efficiently with a practical floor plan. A fenced yard provides outdoor space. Storage and a separate dining area add flexibility for daily life.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each. Straight-line distances in “What’s nearby” are shorter.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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

ElementaryChurchland Elementary School
Up 0.3 from 2024–255.2/10
MiddleChurchland Middle School
Up 0.8 from 2024–253.5/10
HighChurchland High School
Up 0.7 from 2024–256.6/10

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

14 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 C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Churchland

Churchland is a settled home neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is known for tree-lined streets and well-kept homes built across many decades.

$315K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

25d

Days on market

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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Neighborhood

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Location intelligence

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Distances are straight-line (as the crow flies) from this property, not driving miles. Places within ~1 mile, nearest first. Powered by Google Places.

Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NMCP

Navy

16min·8.7mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

17min·10.9mi

NNSY

Navy

15min·9.7mi

NSA HR

Navy

30min·14.3mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

28min·13.7mi

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

Payment Calculator

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

$2,110/mo

Down payment20% · $66,000

Interest rate6.75%

Loan term30 years

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$301

Home insurance

$96

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

Comparables

Price context — similar nearby homes

$315,000 – $379,900

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.

3229 Dogwood DR · 0 mi · 1,610 sqft$375,000 sold 2026-06

3508 Carter RD · 0.1 mi · 1,604 sqft$379,900 sold 2026-04

5605 Greenefield DR S · 0.3 mi · 1,550 sqft$360,000 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$330,000

Price / Sq Ft

$204

Annual Taxes

$3,617

Monthly Tax

$301

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.10%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Event	Date	Price	Detail
Listed	Oct 12, 2026	$330,000	—
Sold	Oct 8, 2026	$330,000	—

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

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

Is 3218 Dogwood Dr in a good school zone?+

The assigned zones on the listing record are Churchland Elementary (VaHome School Score 5.3/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 3.5/10), Churchland (VaHome School Score 6.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.

Is 3218 Dogwood 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 3218 Dogwood Dr have an HOA?+

No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.

When was 3218 Dogwood Dr built?+

It was built in 1957, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Tammy Kauffman · Abbitt Realty Company LLC · REIN MLS #10652693

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3218 Dogwood Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703

About this home

Facts & features

Our read on this home

Why this home stands out

SIESTA GARDENS and the Portsmouth real estate market

What's nearby

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Room to grow

More buyer questions

How Far Is?

Homes like this one sell fast — see the next one first

Schools

Flood & environment

🌊 Flood Risk (FEMA)

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Churchland

What's nearby

Location & Neighborhood

Military Commute

Payment Calculator

Estimate your monthly payment

Comparables

Sale & Tax History

Sale Timeline (this listing)

Comparable Properties

Questions buyers ask

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

This one's sold — the next one doesn't have to be.

Flood Risk (FEMA)