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Portsmouth › MANOR VIEW › 500 Cornwall Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10643805 · record updated Jul 27, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$279,900
$187 / sqft · est. $1,776/mo →
4beds
1.1baths
1,500sqft
17days on market

500 Cornwall Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

ActiveResidential · built 1956 · MANOR VIEW

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

New Paint Through-out, New Granite, Refurbished Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances, Huge Private Fenced Back Yard on Corner Lot, Harwood Floors, Updated Bathroom, 2 Car Detached Garage W/ Power, Additional 2nd Side Driveway for RV-Jet Ski-Extra Parking Etc, Seller to Pay 2.5% CCA

Listing courtesy of Mark Pawley · Beach Realty United · REIN MLS #10643805

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

A solid 1956 brick-era home at 500 Cornwall Road in Portsmouth, Virginia — four bedrooms, one and a half baths, 1,500 square feet, and a location that puts two major military installations within a ten-minute drive. Classic mid-century bones in a city that rewards the patient buyer.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 500 Cornwall Road apart is the combination of genuine mid-century construction — the kind built to last, with the square footage to prove it — and a Portsmouth address that keeps Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard both within easy reach. Four bedrooms in 1,500 square feet means every room earns its keep, and the 1956 vintage gives the home a structural character that newer builds rarely match.

MANOR VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most underappreciated cities, and 500 Cornwall Road sits squarely in that story. The surrounding area carries the quiet, established feel of a mid-century neighborhood — streets lined with homes built around the same era, where neighbors tend to stay for years and the pace of daily life is unhurried. Portsmouth itself offers a compelling mix: a revitalized waterfront downtown, a genuine arts scene anchored by the Olde Towne historic district, and access to the broader Hampton Roads metro without the congestion of larger corridors. Getting around is straightforward — Interstate 264 and the Downtown Tunnel connect you to Norfolk quickly, and the city's own road network keeps commutes manageable. For buyers who want a real neighborhood with real history rather than a freshly stamped subdivision, Portsmouth continues to deliver. The 23701 zip code in particular reflects that lived-in, community-forward character that's harder to find — and harder to leave.

What's nearby

Daily errands are well covered from Cornwall Road. A Walmart Supercenter sits within a few miles for full grocery runs, and several local pharmacies and convenience options are close by. Frederick Boulevard provides a practical commercial corridor for quick stops. Prentis Park and other Portsmouth green spaces offer outdoor breathing room without a long drive. For dining, Portsmouth's Olde Towne neighborhood — just a short trip away — brings waterfront restaurants and local spots worth exploring on weekends. The Elizabeth River Trail connects cyclists and walkers to broader Hampton Roads paths, and the Portsmouth ferry gives you a car-free link to downtown Norfolk when the mood strikes.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Ten minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and ten minutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard — 500 Cornwall Road is positioned about as well as a Portsmouth address can be for dual-base households. Four bedrooms give you the space a growing military family needs, and Portsmouth's established neighborhoods tend to offer stability that newer, pricier markets don't always match. A VA loan makes this kind of solid mid-century home genuinely accessible.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 500 Cornwall Road offers something valuable: real square footage, four actual bedrooms, and a price point that reflects Portsmouth's honest, non-inflated market. The 1956 construction means the home has already proven itself over decades. Pair that with a VA loan if you qualify, and the math on getting into a four-bedroom home in Hampton Roads starts to look very different.

More buyer questions

How far is 500 Cornwall Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately ten minutes away by car, making this address a practical choice for medical staff and military personnel assigned there. The route stays mostly on local roads without major highway dependence.

How far is 500 Cornwall Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also roughly ten minutes from 500 Cornwall Road, which is a genuine advantage for households with assignments at either installation — or both.

What is the flood zone status for 500 Cornwall Road?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.

Is there an HOA at 500 Cornwall Road?

Based on available information, this property does not appear to be governed by a homeowners association, though you should confirm current status during the due-diligence process.

What can you tell me about the age and construction of the home?

500 Cornwall Road was built in 1956, placing it squarely in the mid-century era when residential construction in Hampton Roads emphasized durable materials and practical layouts. Homes of this vintage often feature solid structural bones, though buyers should budget for updates typical of a property of this age.

Curious whether 500 Cornwall Road fits your situation? Tom and Dariya Milan know Portsmouth well — reach out and let's talk through what this address could mean for you.

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

1956

Price / sqft

$187

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,900/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10643805

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
1
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,500
Stories
2
Flooring
Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Total rooms
8
Other rooms
Attic, Breakfast Area, Utility Room
Appliances
Dryer Hookup, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Split-Level
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Picket

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2500
Subdivision
MANOR VIEW
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 2 Car
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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 C

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

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of housing styles that reflect its established community roots.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

15

For sale now

$46K

HH income

55.2%

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

$1,776/mo

Principal & interest

$1,452

Property tax

$242

Home insurance

$82

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

Asking vs. assessment

121% of $230,670

City assessment record · taxes $2,900/yr

Land share of assessed value

33% — $75,000

Improvements $155,670 · 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

$195,000 – $346,150

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.

1502 Basie CRES · 1.8 mi · 1,500 sqft$300,000 sold 2026-02
6 Jamal CT · 1.7 mi · 1,542 sqft$313,500 sold 2026-05
1414 Loren CRES · 1.6 mi · 1,593 sqft$195,000 sold 2026-05

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$279,900

Price / Sq Ft

$187

Annual Taxes

$2,900

Monthly Tax

$242

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.04%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 10, 2026$279,900—
Price reducedJul 27, 2026$279,900−$5,100
Currently listed—$279,900—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

21% above assessment

Total Assessed

$230,670

Land

$75,000

Improvement

$155,670

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.

Market tempo

17 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 500 Cornwall Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hodges Manor Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), William E. Waters Middle, Manor High (GreatSchools 2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 500 Cornwall Rd 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 500 Cornwall Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 500 Cornwall Rd built?+
It was built in 1956, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Mark Pawley · Beach Realty United · REIN MLS #10643805

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500 Cornwall Rd, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10643805 · 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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