12 days on market
$245,000
1609 Richmond Ave
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
MLS# 10631780 · PRENTIS PARK · Portsmouth VA
Updated 6 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,551/mo
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Price / sq ft
$186
1,317 sq ft
Days on market
12
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1940
86 yrs old
Beds
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,317
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryBrighton Elementary School5/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
This charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod–style home offers a bright and spacious open floor plan designed for comfortable living. The beautifully updated kitchen is a standout feature, complete with luxury vinyl plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and classic shaker cabinetry—perfect for cooking and entertaining alike. A deep walk-in pantry and separate utility room provide ample storage…
This 1940 Cape Cod in Portsmouth's Prentis Park subdivision is priced at $245,000, or $186 per square foot, and features four bedrooms and two bathrooms in 1,317 square feet. The home includes a recently updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and new carpet and paint throughout. Located near the interstate, the property offers convenient access to the broader Tidewater area for commuting.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Listed by Dahna Rowe · Inlet Realty
Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
1609 Richmond AVE, Portsmouth
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Property Details
Bedrooms
4
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,317
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$245,000
Price / Sq Ft
$186
Annual Taxes
$2,499
Monthly Tax
$208
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.02%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Apr 28, 2026 | $245,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $245,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$201,600
Land
$50,000
Improvement
$151,600
Parcel ID: 00850070 · 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.
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,551/moPrincipal & interest
$1,271
Property tax
$208
Home insurance
$71
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Inlet Realty · MLS# 10631780
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$245,000
1609 Richmond AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23704
Portsmouth, Virginia 23704
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