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4beds
2.1baths
3,200sqft
17days on market

3905 Colony Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Under ContractResidential · built 1954 · BRIARWOOD

About this home

Social Butterfly or Private Home Lover...this home has your name on it. Beautiful Brick home in desirable Briarwood with an outdoor oasis you'll never want to leave. This home features several living spaces, downstairs including 3 fireplaces indoors and one outside. Two car, two story garage is on a designated breaker. Exposed brick kitchen is open with room for a large farm style table, beside fireplace and sitting area with custom mosaic tile floors and french doors that lead to an outdoor paradise. Fall, winter football parties with outdoor fireplace, granite counter outdoor kitchen entertainment room, with tv, oven, gas range, sink, beverage refrigerator and ceiling fans. Backyard is stunning with a 22,000 gallon salt water pool, with accent lights and dolphin fountain, maintenance free lawn with firepit area, and pavers. Firepit area has gazebo and benches.

Listing courtesy of LeAnn Amory · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10657211

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1954

Price / sqft

$180

HOA

None

Taxes

$5,229/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10657211

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
3,200
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Terrazzo, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Sun Room, Unfin.Rm Over Gar, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Energy Star Appliance(s), Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Security Sys
Accessibility
Handheld Showerhead, Main Floor Laundry

Construction & exterior

Style
Transitional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
In Ground Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy

Utilities & systems

Heating
Nat Gas, Zoned
Cooling
Heat Pump W/A
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.4400
Subdivision
BRIARWOOD
Zoning
SFR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Oversized Gar, 4 Space, Multi Car
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Pet on Premises

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

3905 Colony Road is a four-bedroom, 2.1-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, with 3,200 square feet built in 1954. The Churchland area puts you about nine minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. It's a lot of house on a quiet residential street, and it sits squarely in the heart of Portsmouth homes for sale.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23703, homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School, and homes for sale zoned for Churchland Elementary School. Nearby, look at Briarwood 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

At 3,200 square feet, 3905 Colony Road delivers space that's genuinely hard to find in this price range of Portsmouth. The 1954 build means solid mid-century bones — think generous room proportions, a real floor plan, and a lot size that gives you breathing room. Four bedrooms and two and a half baths handle a full household without compromise. That combination of size, era, and location makes homes for sale in Portsmouth like this one worth a close look.

BRIARWOOD and the Portsmouth real estate market

Colony Road sits in the Churchland section of Portsmouth — one of the city's most established and livable corners. The streets here are lined with mature trees and mid-century homes that have been updated and cared for over decades. Churchland has a settled, neighborhood feel without feeling sleepy. It's connected enough to keep daily errands short, but residential enough that the streets stay quiet. Portsmouth itself is a city of real character. It borders Norfolk and Chesapeake, which puts you near major employment corridors without the congestion of living inside them. The waterfront downtown has been growing steadily, with dining and arts venues drawing more attention each year. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 664 and Route 17 are both close, making commutes in any direction manageable. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23703 will find that this zip code sits in one of the more convenient pockets of the city.

What's nearby

Groceries are covered from multiple directions. Food Lion is 0.8 miles away, Harris Teeter is one mile out, and ALDI is right at one mile — three solid options within a short drive. JoJack's Espresso Bar & Cafe is 0.9 miles away for a proper morning coffee. China Li Chinese Cuisine and Game Face are both within 0.6 miles for a quick dinner out. Planet Fitness is 0.9 miles away. Churchland Little League Baseball Fields, Ebony Heights Park, and Churchland Park are all within 0.8 miles, giving you three green spaces close to home.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about nine minutes away by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly ten minutes in the other direction. VA loan financing is well established in this part of the city, and 3,200 square feet means there's no settling for less space to stay close to the base. Both commutes stay well under the 30-minute mark that makes a real difference in daily life.

For buyers drawn to character

A 1954 build in Churchland means real mid-century proportions — wide hallways, defined rooms, and a layout that feels intentional rather than carved up. The bones here are honest. At 3,200 square feet, there's room to restore, update, or simply live large. Buyers who want homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School and homes for sale zoned for Churchland Elementary School will find this address checks both boxes while delivering the kind of scale newer construction rarely matches.

More buyer questions

How far is 3905 Colony Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

The drive is about nine minutes under normal traffic conditions. That puts it well within a practical daily commute range.

How far is 3905 Colony Road from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is roughly ten minutes away by car. Both bases are accessible without getting on a major highway.

What grocery stores are near 3905 Colony Road?

Food Lion is 0.8 miles away, Harris Teeter is one mile, and ALDI is also about one mile. All three are reachable in a short drive.

Is 3905 Colony Road in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is shown in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Check that section for the current FEMA designation.

What is the square footage of 3905 Colony Road?

The home measures 3,200 square feet with four bedrooms and two and a half baths. It was built in 1954.

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Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

How Far Is?

Driving distance by road and typical drive time via Google Maps, to the nearest location of each.

Also nearby

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

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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

14.6 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

Briarwood

Briarwood is a settled neighborhood in the Great Bridge area of southern Chesapeake, Virginia. It lies in the 23322 ZIP code. The homes are single-family, and many are two-story, Colonial-style houses.

$618K

Median sale · 12 mo

$225

Sold $/sq ft

27d

Days on market

1

For sale now

$123K

HH income

81.9%

Owner-occupied

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

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

NMCP

Navy

16min·7.9mi

USCG Portsmouth

Coast Guard

21min·10.2mi

NNSY

Navy

17min·9mi

NSA HR

Navy

29min·13.6mi

MARFORCOM

Marines

28min·13mi

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

$3,586/mo

Principal & interest

$2,983

Property tax

$436

Home insurance

$168

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

Asking vs. assessment

136% of $421,670

City assessment record · taxes $5,229/yr

Land share of assessed value

23% — $96,900

Improvements $324,770 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$460,000 – $700,000

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.

4008 Estates LN · 1.3 mi · 3,304 sqft$700,000 sold 2026-05
5221 Sweetbriar CIR · 1 mi · 2,798 sqft$513,000 sold 2026-06
3800 Shoreline DR · 1 mi · 3,575 sqft$530,000 sold 2026-06

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$574,900

Price / Sq Ft

$180

Annual Taxes

$5,229

Monthly Tax

$436

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.91%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 9, 2026$574,900—
Currently listed—$574,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

36% above assessment

Total Assessed

$421,670

Land

$96,900

Improvement

$324,770

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

Is 3905 Colony Rd 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 3905 Colony Rd 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 3905 Colony Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 3905 Colony Rd built?+
It was built in 1954, 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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Listing courtesy of LeAnn Amory · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10657211

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