10 days on market
$310,000
1850 Azalea Ave
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
MLS# 10632198 · PRENTIS PARK · Portsmouth VA
Updated May 5, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,018/mo
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Price / sq ft
$188
1,650 sq ft
Days on market
10
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1910
116 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,650
Garage
No
About this home
Presenting a stunning, fully-remodeled home! Situated on a quiet street next to the church, this property boasts one of the largest lots in the area. Enjoy a brand-new kitchen with white shaker cabinets, granite counters, and new stainless steel appliances. Major updates include a new roof, new windows, new flooring, new hvac and a luxurious en-suite bathroom. Completely revitalized from floor to ceiling! 3 full bath…
Listed by Jo Pascarella · American Homes of Eastern VA
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 1850 Azalea Ave — a four-bedroom, three-bath century-old home in Portsmouth's Prentis Park neighborhood. With 1,650 square feet, three full baths, and a location just minutes from two major military installations, this 1910 property packs a lot of everyday practicality into a historic footprint.
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Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1910 rarely come with three full bathrooms, and that alone sets 1850 Azalea Ave apart from most of its peers in the neighborhood. Add four bedrooms spread across 1,650 square feet and you have a layout that works hard — enough room for a growing household, a home office, or overnight guests, without the sprawl that makes older homes expensive to maintain. The historic character is real, and the location is genuinely hard to beat.
PRENTIS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Prentis Park is one of Portsmouth's quieter residential pockets — a grid of early-twentieth-century homes where front porches still face the street and mature trees line the sidewalks. The neighborhood sits in the southern tier of the city, close enough to the waterfront districts to feel connected but removed enough to stay calm on a weekday evening. Portsmouth itself is one of the original seven cities of Hampton Roads, and its historic core draws people who want substance over shine. Buyers who search va foreclosures and similar distressed-property categories sometimes stumble onto Prentis Park and are surprised to find a functioning, lived-in neighborhood rather than a patchwork of vacants — that speaks well of the community's resilience. Norfolk Naval Shipyard anchors the southwestern edge of the area, which shapes the demographic and keeps demand steady. The Truxtun Historic District sits less than a mile away, offering a sense of the architectural legacy that defines this part of Portsmouth.
What's nearby
Daily errands stay close to home on Azalea Ave. Martha's Mini Mart covers quick grocery runs at half a mile, and Dollar General is just a touch farther at 0.6 miles. When you want a real meal, Hott Platz and Jem's 'Take A Plate' are both within four-tenths of a mile — two local spots that give the block a genuine neighborhood-dining feel. Ziggy's Street Eats rounds out the options at 0.5 miles. A Starbucks Coffee Company sits 0.9 miles out for morning routines, and fitness is covered by three options nearby: Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center, Brikhouse Boxing and Fitness, and the Effingham Street Family YMCA, all within a mile. Lansing Park and Turnpike Park offer green space within easy walking distance.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth are each roughly three minutes away by car — that's about as close as a residential address gets to two major installations without sitting inside the gate. For service members using a VA loan or calculating BAH for the Portsmouth area, 1850 Azalea Ave puts the commute almost entirely off the table as a stress factor. Short drives mean more time at home.
For families upgrading
Four bedrooms and three full baths in a 1910 home is a combination that takes real searching to find. If your current place has one shared bathroom for the whole household, the jump to three full baths changes daily life in ways that are hard to overstate. Prentis Park's tree-lined streets and walkable parks make the neighborhood a natural fit for families who want outdoor space without sacrificing proximity to the city's core.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1850 Azalea Ave from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately three minutes by car from 1850 Azalea Ave, making it one of the closest off-base residential addresses to the installation. The short commute is a consistent draw for personnel assigned there.
How far is 1850 Azalea Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is also roughly three minutes away, in the same general direction as the Shipyard. Having both installations within a three-minute drive is genuinely uncommon and a practical advantage for dual-military households.
What is the flood zone status for 1850 Azalea Ave?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. We recommend reviewing that section and confirming details with your lender or insurance agent before making decisions.
Is there an HOA for Prentis Park?
Prentis Park is a traditional city neighborhood without a formal homeowners association, so there are no HOA dues or deed restrictions tied to the subdivision itself. Always confirm with a title search for the specific parcel.
What architectural style is 1850 Azalea Ave?
Built in 1910, the home reflects the vernacular residential architecture common to early-twentieth-century Portsmouth — a period when craftsman influences and practical working-class design shaped most of the city's housing stock. The Truxtun Historic District nearby offers helpful context for the era.
Curious about 1850 Azalea Ave or the Prentis Park market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
1850 Azalea AVE, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,650
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$310,000
Price / Sq Ft
$188
Annual Taxes
$3,825
Monthly Tax
$319
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.23%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 30, 2026 | $310,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $310,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$182,970
Land
$54,690
Improvement
$128,280
Parcel ID: 01190450 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Portsmouth
Portsmouth combines historic naval heritage with affordable, character-rich neighborhoods. Olde Towne Portsmouth offers tree-lined streets of restored 18th- and 19th-century homes with sweeping Elizabeth River views — one of the largest collections of pre-Revolutionary architecture in the country. Churchland, Cradock, and West Park View provide established family neighborhoods at price points well below comparable Norfolk or Virginia Beach properties. The city is home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, one of the Navy's oldest and largest, ensuring consistent demand from civilian shipyard workers and active-duty Navy personnel.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$2,018/moPrincipal & interest
$1,609
Property tax
$319
Home insurance
$90
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.
Listed by American Homes of Eastern VA · MLS# 10632198
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$310,000
1850 Azalea AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
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