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$400,000
$173 / sqft · est. $2,552/mo →
4beds
3baths
2,313sqft
16days on market

4800 Colonial Ln, Portsmouth, VA 23703

Under ContractResidential · built 1961 · CAVALIER FOREST

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Completely renovated from top to bottom in the highly sought after Cavalier Forest neighborhood! This stunning home offers peace of mind with a new roof, new windows, and all major systems updated. Thoughtfully redesigned with beautiful finishes and a functional floor plan, every detail has been carefully selected to blend style and practicality. The spacious living areas flow seamlessly into a gorgeous kitchen and updated bathrooms, creating a move in ready home. Situated on a large lot with plenty of outdoor space to enjoy, this property offers the perfect combination of quality craftsmanship, convenience, and location. Don't miss your opportunity to own a turnkey home in one of Portsmouth's most desirable neighborhoods.

Listing courtesy of Christina Thompson · Fathom Realty · REIN MLS #10637653

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

4800 Colonial Lane is a four-bedroom, three-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering 2,313 square feet of living space on a property built in 1961. With two military installations within eight minutes, everyday conveniences close by, and a well-established neighborhood feel, this address checks a lot of boxes.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 4800 Colonial Lane apart is the combination of genuine square footage — 2,313 feet across four bedrooms and three full baths — and a location that quietly delivers on proximity. Two major military installations sit within eight minutes, a neighborhood YMCA is under a mile away, and the surrounding streets carry the kind of mature, settled character that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. This is a home that earns its place in the conversation.

CAVALIER FOREST and the Portsmouth real estate market

Colonial Lane sits in a well-established residential pocket of Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep maritime roots, a revitalized waterfront downtown, and a surprisingly diverse mix of neighborhoods ranging from historic Olde Towne to quiet suburban corridors like this one. The streets here are lined with mid-century homes that have aged gracefully, and the overall atmosphere is low-traffic and genuinely neighborly. Portsmouth itself occupies a unique position in Hampton Roads: it borders Norfolk across the Elizabeth River, connects easily to Chesapeake and Suffolk, and gives residents fast access to the broader metro without the congestion of living at its center. The city's park system, public boat ramps, and waterfront dining scene add lifestyle depth that surprises first-time visitors. For anyone weighing where to put down roots in the region, Portsmouth rewards a closer look — and Colonial Lane is one of its more quietly appealing addresses.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely easy from 4800 Colonial Lane. Food Lion is just one mile away for grocery runs, and Harvey's Hot Dogs — a local favorite — is at that same distance when you want a quick, no-fuss meal. The Portsmouth YMCA is only 0.8 miles out, making it realistic to build a fitness routine without a long commute. Families with kids will appreciate the Churchland Little League Baseball Fields at 0.7 miles — close enough to walk or bike on a good evening. The overall walkability of the immediate area means you're not entirely car-dependent for the small, everyday things.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is eight minutes away, and NSA Northwest Annex is even closer at seven. For military families, that kind of proximity to two installations is genuinely rare — and it makes managing duty schedules, medical appointments, and base access far less stressful. A VA loan can make ownership at this address straightforward, and four bedrooms give you the flexibility to grow into the space as your family's needs shift.

For families upgrading

If you've outgrown your current space, 2,313 square feet across four bedrooms and three full baths gives you real room to breathe. The 1961 build means solid construction and mature lot character, while the proximity to Churchland Little League Baseball Fields and the Portsmouth YMCA means the kids have somewhere to be on weekends. Upgrading here means gaining space without sacrificing the neighborhood feel that makes a house actually feel like home.

More buyer questions

How far is 4800 Colonial Lane from NSA Northwest Annex?

NSA Northwest Annex is approximately seven minutes from 4800 Colonial Lane by car, making it one of the closer residential options to that installation in the Portsmouth area.

How far is 4800 Colonial Lane from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about eight minutes away by car — a meaningful advantage for active-duty personnel and their families who rely on that facility for medical care.

What is the square footage and layout of 4800 Colonial Lane?

The home offers 2,313 square feet of living space with four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, built in 1961 as a single-family residential property.

Is 4800 Colonial Lane in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is available through the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.

Where is 4800 Colonial Lane located within Portsmouth?

The home sits on Colonial Lane in a quiet, mid-century residential corridor of Portsmouth, Virginia 23703 — well-positioned between the city's core and its western neighborhoods near the Chesapeake border.

Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out. Reach out to get a straightforward conversation about 4800 Colonial Lane and whether it fits where you're headed.

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

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1961

Price / sqft

$173

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,318/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10637653

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

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

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

$2,552/mo

Principal & interest

$2,076

Property tax

$360

Home insurance

$117

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

115% of $348,260

City assessment record · taxes $4,318/yr

Land share of assessed value

29% — $100,800

Improvements $247,460 · 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

$300,000 – $620,000

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.

510 Patrick ST · 1.9 mi · 2,150 sqft$399,000 sold 2026-06
414 West RD · 2.1 mi · 2,400 sqft$440,000 sold 2026-06
508 Rockbridge RD · 1.9 mi · 2,519 sqft$300,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$400,000

Price / Sq Ft

$173

Annual Taxes

$4,318

Monthly Tax

$360

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.08%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 4, 2026$400,000—
Currently listed—$400,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

15% above assessment

Total Assessed

$348,260

Land

$100,800

Improvement

$247,460

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 4800 Colonial Ln 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 4800 Colonial Ln 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.
Is there a gym near 4800 Colonial Ln?+
Yes — Portsmouth YMCA is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 4800 Colonial Ln?+
Churchland Little League Baseball Fields is about 0.7 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 4800 Colonial Ln?+
Food Lion is about 1 miles away. The closest dining on record is Harvey's Hot Dogs (1 mi).
Does 4800 Colonial Ln have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 4800 Colonial Ln built?+
It was built in 1961, 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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Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Christina Thompson · Fathom Realty · REIN MLS #10637653

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4800 Colonial Ln, Portsmouth, Virginia 23703 · MLS #10637653 · 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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