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$365,000
$261 / sqft · est. $2,286/mo →
3beds
1.1baths
1,400sqft
11days on market

4020 Forresthills Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Under ContractResidential · built 1967 · MERRIFIELDS

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Step outside and the pride of ownership is unmistakable. Mature, meticulously maintained landscaping frames the property beautifully, the result of decades of dedicated care. A private backyard offers a true retreat, with a large two-level deck and stamped concrete that make it an ideal space for relaxing or entertaining. An inground pool rounds out the outdoor experience. The double driveway provides exceptional parking flexibility, and the detached two-car garage is fully equipped with electricity, a workbench, plumbing for an air compressor, and ample storage. Major systems are solid: a Trane heat pump handles heating and cooling efficiently, with supplemental baseboard heat for added comfort in cooler months. This home has been cared for with intention, and it shows. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, military bases, and major interstates. Square footage per tax records.

Listing courtesy of Catherine Underwood · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10641616

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

A 1,400-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1967 in Portsmouth, Virginia — just five minutes from NSA Northwest Annex and ten minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Solid mid-century bones, a manageable footprint, and one of the most convenient base commutes in Hampton Roads.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 4020 Forresthills Drive apart is pure location math: NSA Northwest Annex is a five-minute drive, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about ten. For military households where commute time is a real quality-of-life factor, that proximity is genuinely hard to beat. The 1967 construction gives the home a sturdy, traditional feel — the kind of layout where rooms have defined purposes and the square footage is used honestly.

MERRIFIELDS and the Portsmouth real estate market

Forresthills Drive sits in a quiet residential pocket of northern Portsmouth — a city that often surprises people with how much it offers once they get past the bridge-tunnel reputation. Portsmouth is one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, and it carries real history: a working waterfront, a revitalized Olde Towne district, and a genuinely diverse mix of neighborhoods ranging from Victorian-era streets to postwar subdivisions like this one. The streets in this part of Portsmouth tend to be calm and tree-lined, with neighbors who've been around long enough to wave hello. You're close to the water without being on it, and you're close to the action without being in the thick of it. It's the kind of address that works well for people who want a home base — somewhere to decompress — while staying tightly connected to the installations and amenities that make daily life run.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Forresthills Drive. The interchange at I-664 is nearby, putting you on the highway quickly whether you're heading toward Chesapeake, Suffolk, or across the water to Norfolk. Grocery options, pharmacies, and casual dining are all within a short drive along the corridor. For green space, several parks and recreation areas are accessible within the Portsmouth city limits. The Olde Towne Portsmouth waterfront is roughly fifteen minutes away for weekend dining or a walk along the Elizabeth River. And if you're heading to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, you're looking at about ten minutes door to gate.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Five minutes to NSA Northwest Annex. Ten minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. For a military family managing PCS moves, school-year schedules, and deployment cycles, that kind of commute buffer matters. A VA loan can make this three-bedroom home even more accessible — and the defined layout means everyone in the household gets their own space without the square footage sprawl that drives up utility bills.

For first-time buyers

If you're buying your first home, 1,400 square feet is a smart starting point — enough room to live comfortably, manageable enough to maintain without feeling overwhelmed. The 1967 construction means the home has already proven its durability over decades. Portsmouth offers relatively accessible price points compared to some neighboring cities, and the location keeps your commute short whether you're headed to a base or a civilian job across the bridge.

More buyer questions

How far is 4020 Forresthills Drive from NSA Northwest Annex?

NSA Northwest Annex is approximately five minutes away by car — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in the Portsmouth area. The routing is straightforward with no bridge or tunnel crossings required.

How far is 4020 Forresthills Drive from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about ten minutes from this address, making it a practical choice for medical staff, patients with regular appointments, or military families assigned to that installation.

Is 4020 Forresthills Drive in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.

What is the property type and size at 4020 Forresthills Drive?

It's a single-family residential home with three bedrooms, one full bath, one half bath, and approximately 1,400 square feet of living space, built in 1967.

Can a VA loan be used to purchase a home at 4020 Forresthills Drive?

Yes — as a single-family residential property in Virginia, this home is generally eligible for VA loan financing, which can offer significant advantages for qualified active-duty service members, veterans, and surviving spouses.

Want to know more about 4020 Forresthills Drive or explore comparable homes in Portsmouth? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through it — reach out today.

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

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1967

Price / sqft

$261

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,424/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10641616

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,400
Stories
1
Flooring
Wood
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Foyer, Pantry, Porch, Utility Closet
Appliances
Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Pool
In Ground Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2400
Subdivision
MERRIFIELDS
Zoning
GR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Related to Seller

Sources: REIN MLS record · city assessor · 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 D

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

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

Places within ~1 mile, ordered by distance from this property. Powered by Google Places.

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

$2,286/mo

Principal & interest

$1,894

Property tax

$285

Home insurance

$106

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

Asking vs. assessment

132% of $276,140

City assessment record · taxes $3,424/yr

Land share of assessed value

27% — $73,500

Improvements $202,640 · assessor record ✓

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

$199,000 – $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.

5513 S Greenefield DR · 1.2 mi · 1,372 sqft$349,900 sold 2026-02
5605 Greenefield DR S · 1.2 mi · 1,550 sqft$360,000 sold 2026-05
3229 Dogwood DR · 1 mi · 1,610 sqft$375,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$365,000

Price / Sq Ft

$261

Annual Taxes

$3,424

Monthly Tax

$285

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.94%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 12, 2026$365,000—
Currently listed—$365,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

32% above assessment

Total Assessed

$276,140

Land

$73,500

Improvement

$202,640

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

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 4020 Forresthills Dr 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 4020 Forresthills 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 4020 Forresthills Dr have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 4020 Forresthills Dr built?+
It was built in 1967, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of Catherine Underwood · BHHS RW Towne Realty · REIN MLS #10641616

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4020 Forresthills Dr, Portsmouth, Virginia 23703 · MLS #10641616 · 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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