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4beds
3.1baths
2,714sqft
0days on market

449 Dinwiddie St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

New ListingResidential · built 1870 · OLDE TOWNE

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1870

Price / sqft

$147

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,644/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10657598

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,714
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Wood
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, PBR with Bath, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
2 Unit Condo
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Basement, Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Nat Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
OLDE TOWNE
Zoning
HRES
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Contract Owner, Disclosure Statement, Historical District

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

About this home

Welcome to 449 Dinwiddie St - a beautiful, 2714 sqft home in the historic Olde Towne district of Portsmouth. With 4 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this home provides a spacious layout set over 3 levels, plus basement - a rare find! Modernly updated whilst maintaining its historic charm, it is close to shopping, dining, major interstates and schools - this home is in a prime location! Schedule your showing today!

Listing courtesy of Devin Sidbury · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10657598

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

449 Dinwiddie Street is a four-bedroom, 3.1-bath Victorian built in 1870 in Portsmouth's historic Olde Towne district. At 2,714 square feet, it offers rare pre-Civil-War bones on a walkable block steps from the Elizabeth River. USCG Base Portsmouth is about one minute away. Few Portsmouth homes for sale can match that combination of history and location.

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See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23704, homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School, and homes for sale zoned for Park View Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Olde Towne Portsmouth 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

A home built in 1870 carries details that simply cannot be reproduced — high ceilings, thick plaster walls, and the kind of craftsmanship that defined an era. This one sits in the heart of Olde Towne, Portsmouth's most architecturally significant neighborhood. The waterfront is two blocks away. Dining, coffee, and green space are all within a short walk. And two major installations are each about one minute by car.

OLDE TOWNE and the Portsmouth real estate market

Olde Towne Portsmouth is one of the largest intact Victorian neighborhoods on the East Coast. The streets are lined with 19th-century row houses, Federal-style cottages, and grand Italianate homes. Crawford Street and Middle Street anchor a walkable core of galleries, restaurants, and small shops. The Elizabeth River runs along the western edge, giving the neighborhood a working-waterfront character that feels genuinely lived-in. Dinwiddie Street sits right in the middle of it all. Portsmouth itself is a mid-size independent city on the southern shore of Hampton Roads. It connects easily to Norfolk via the Downtown Tunnel and to Suffolk and Chesapeake by interstate. Anyone browsing homes for sale in Portsmouth will find that Olde Towne stands apart from every other submarket in the city. The neighborhood draws buyers who want walkability, architectural authenticity, and a tight-knit street life. Getting around the broader region is straightforward from here.

What's nearby

Fish & Slips Marina Raw Bar & Grill is just 0.1 miles away — close enough to walk for a weeknight dinner. Crawford Levee Park and Portside Park are both within 0.2 miles, and Needle Beach puts waterfront access even closer. Olde Towne Coffee is a three-minute walk for your morning cup. Gino's Pizzeria and Crawford Restaurant are each about 0.3 miles out. Simply Southern Market of Hampton Roads, Market Street & General Store, and Bier Garden Gift Shop & Market all sit within 0.3 miles for everyday shopping. Movement Studio VA and the Effingham Street Family YMCA round out the fitness options nearby.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

USCG Base Portsmouth is about one minute away by car. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is equally close. VA loan financing is widely used in this zip code, and the location keeps commute times as short as they get. Anyone comparing homes for sale in 23704 with an eye on base access will find it hard to beat this block.

For buyers drawn to character

An 1870 Victorian with four bedrooms and 2,714 square feet in Olde Towne does not come along often. The neighborhood's architectural review standards have kept the streetscape remarkably intact. Buyers who want homes for sale zoned for Norcom High School and homes for sale zoned for Park View Elementary School while living inside a genuine piece of American architectural history will find 449 Dinwiddie Street worth a close look.

More buyer questions

How far is 449 Dinwiddie Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about one minute away by car. The base entrance is extremely close to Dinwiddie Street.

How far is 449 Dinwiddie Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also about one minute away. Both installations are within easy walking or biking distance.

What is the flood zone status for 449 Dinwiddie Street?

Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Reviewing that data and speaking with a licensed insurance agent before making any decisions is always a good idea in a waterfront-adjacent neighborhood.

Is 449 Dinwiddie Street in a historic district?

Yes — the property sits within the Olde Towne Portsmouth Historic District. Exterior changes are subject to architectural review, which also helps protect the neighborhood's character and long-term appeal.

Where can you walk to from 449 Dinwiddie Street?

Fish & Slips Marina Raw Bar & Grill, Crawford Levee Park, Portside Park, Needle Beach, Olde Towne Coffee, and multiple markets are all within 0.3 miles. The block is genuinely walkable for daily errands and leisure.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Olde Towne well. Reach out to schedule a walkthrough of 449 Dinwiddie Street and get your questions answered.

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

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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

8 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.

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Location intelligence

Minutes to real places, not a score

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

$2,568/mo

Principal & interest

$2,065

Property tax

$387

Home insurance

$116

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

Price context — similar nearby homes

$235,300 – $398,500

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.

447 Dinwiddie ST · 0 mi · 2,407 sqft$359,900 sold 2026-05
1 Columbia CT · 0.3 mi · 2,302 sqft$235,300 sold 2026-05
1 Columbia CT · 0.3 mi · 2,300 sqft$398,500 sold 2026-08

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$398,000

Price / Sq Ft

$147

Annual Taxes

$4,644

Monthly Tax

$387

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.17%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedOct 15, 2026$398,000—
Currently listed—$398,000—

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

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 449 Dinwiddie St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Park View Elementary (VaHome School Score 2.5/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 3.5/10), IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 449 Dinwiddie St 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 449 Dinwiddie St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 449 Dinwiddie St built?+
It was built in 1870, per the listing record.

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449 Dinwiddie St, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10657598 · 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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