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$279,900
$256 / sqft · est. $1,748/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,092sqft
19days on market

3601 Winchester Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23707

ActiveResidential · built 1956 · WESTHAVEN PARK

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1956

Price / sqft

$256

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,564/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10648988

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,092
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

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

Utilities & systems

Heating
Basebd, None
Cooling
Heat Pump, None
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1500
Subdivision
WESTHAVEN PARK
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLE
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch-style home in the established Westhaven neighborhood of Portsmouth is ready for your next flip, rental, or renovation project. Built in 1956, the property offers 1,092 sq. ft. of living space on a generous 6,534 sq. ft. lot, complete with a detached garage and low-maintenance exterior. The home features a solid concrete block foundation, asphalt roof, and classic ranch layout—great for value-add opportunities. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or seeking a renovation project with upside, this property offers solid fundamentals in a desirable location with easy access to shopping, interstates, and local amenities.

Listing courtesy of Andy Nelson · Iron Valley Real Estate HR · REIN MLS #10648988

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 3601 Winchester Drive — a 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath brick ranch built in 1956 in Portsmouth, Virginia. At 1,092 square feet, it sits minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard, putting two of Hampton Roads' busiest installations within a short daily commute.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 3601 Winchester Drive apart is its rare dual-base convenience — Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly five minutes away and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about six. For a compact mid-century ranch, the location punches well above its weight. Portsmouth homes for sale at this proximity to two major installations are genuinely hard to find, and the surrounding streets carry the quiet, established character that only a 1950s neighborhood can offer.

WESTHAVEN PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Winchester Drive sits inside Portsmouth, a city with deep maritime roots and a genuinely diverse mix of historic neighborhoods, waterfront corridors, and everyday conveniences. This corner of Portsmouth — zip code 23707 — has the feel of a settled, walkable community where neighbors know each other and the streets have mature trees overhead. Portsmouth proper borders Norfolk across the Elizabeth River, giving residents easy access to a broader metro without big-city price tags or congestion. The city's Olde Towne historic district, one of the largest in Virginia, is just a few miles away and worth exploring on a weekend afternoon. Families comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth often note how much neighborhood character this city delivers relative to other Hampton Roads communities — the scale feels human, the commutes feel manageable, and the proximity to water is always close.

What's nearby

Daily errands are easy from Winchester Drive. Farm Fresh International is 0.6 miles away for a full grocery run, and Walmart Online Grocery Pickup is just 0.7 miles out. When you want to eat rather than cook, Peter Seafood is only 0.2 miles away — a local favorite for fresh catches — and Culinary Chemist Cuisine and Vibez Bar and Grill are both within 0.3 miles. Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Starbucks Coffee Company are under a mile for your morning routine. Fitness options are equally close: Crunch Fitness - Portsmouth, Zenya Yoga Studio, and Sports Performance House all sit within 0.6 miles. Maplewood Park and Woodland Park round out the outdoor options nearby.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about five minutes from the front door, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is six — making 3601 Winchester Drive one of the more strategically located addresses in the 23707 zip code for active-duty households. A VA loan can make the path to ownership here straightforward, and the short commute means more time at home between duty days.

For first-time buyers

If you're weighing homes for sale in 23707 as a first purchase, 3601 Winchester Drive offers a manageable footprint — 1,092 square feet, three bedrooms, and a half-bath — without the maintenance complexity of a larger home. The 1956 construction means solid bones, and the walkable access to groceries, parks, and dining keeps car dependency low from day one.

More buyer questions

How far is 3601 Winchester Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes from 3601 Winchester Drive by car, making it one of the closest residential streets to the installation in the city.

How far is 3601 Winchester Drive from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is about six minutes away, giving households with personnel at either installation a genuinely short daily commute from this address.

What school zone does 3601 Winchester Drive fall in?

Buyers comparing homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Westhaven Elementary School will want to verify current attendance boundaries directly with Portsmouth City Public Schools, as zone lines can shift.

Is 3601 Winchester Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section and consult FEMA's flood map service for the most current designation.

Does the 23707 zip code have an HOA?

3601 Winchester Drive does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though buyers should confirm this during the due-diligence period with a title search.

Curious about 3601 Winchester Drive or other Portsmouth homes for sale nearby? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.

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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

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

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.

$285K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

20

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

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

$1,748/mo

Principal & interest

$1,452

Property tax

$214

Home insurance

$82

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

135% of $206,750

City assessment record · taxes $2,564/yr

Land share of assessed value

30% — $61,120

Improvements $145,630 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$175,000 – $269,000

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.

314 Avondale RD · 2.2 mi · 1,100 sqft$266,000 sold 2026-06
701 Gust LN · 1.9 mi · 1,000 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-08
1022 Basie CRST · 2.2 mi · 1,018 sqft$245,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$279,900

Price / Sq Ft

$256

Annual Taxes

$2,564

Monthly Tax

$214

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.92%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedAug 13, 2026$279,900—
Price reducedAug 27, 2026$279,900−$5,000
Currently listed—$279,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

35% above assessment

Total Assessed

$206,750

Land

$61,120

Improvement

$145,630

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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Market tempo

19 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 3601 Winchester Dr in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Westhaven Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.8/10), William E. Waters Middle, Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 3601 Winchester 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 3601 Winchester Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3601 Winchester Dr built?+
It was built in 1956, 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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