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5221 Sweetbriar CIR, PORTSMOUTH VA 23703 - Main photo
3beds
3baths
2,798sqft
1days on market

5221 Sweetbriar Cir, Portsmouth, VA 23703

SoldResidential · built 1955 · SWEETBRIAR

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Creek, Marsh.

Frontage

Creek · Marsh ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1955

Price / sqft

$183

HOA

None

Taxes

$4,629/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10635742

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
3
Approx. sqft
2,798
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Breakfast Area, Converted Gar, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Porch, Sun Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan, Water Softener

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick,Fiber Cement
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Partial,Wire,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Creek,Marsh

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
1.0000
Subdivision
SWEETBRIAR
Zoning
GR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Att 2 Car, Oversized Gar, Multi Car, Off Street
Possession
AT CLOSING
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Portsmouth waterfront homes.

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

About this home

Nestled on a sprawling 1-acre lot along the beautiful Elizabeth River, this stunning property offers the perfect blend of space, comfort, and waterfront living. Featuring 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, the flexible third bedroom can easily serve as a sunroom or full guest suite. Updates throughout the home include a spacious two-car garage, dedicated gym space, bright sunroom, and two separate living rooms great for entertaining or relaxing. Step outside to enjoy the large deck, charming front porch, and private docks overlooking the river — perfect for soaking in the views and waterfront lifestyle.

Listing courtesy of Taylor Hutchens · Thrive Realty · REIN MLS #10635742

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

5221 Sweetbriar Circle is a 2,798-square-foot, three-bedroom, three-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1955. With generous living space and a classic mid-century footprint, it offers room to grow in an established neighborhood close to everything Hampton Roads has to offer.

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See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23703, homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School, and homes for sale zoned for Churchland Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Churchland 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

Nearly 2,800 square feet in a 1955-built home is a genuinely rare find — most properties from that era top out well short of that mark. Three full bathrooms across three bedrooms means nobody is waiting in line in the morning. The scale of this home gives you flexibility that newer, smaller builds in the same price range simply can't match.

SWEETBRIAR and the Portsmouth real estate market

Sweetbriar Circle sits in the 23703 zip code of Portsmouth, a city that consistently punches above its weight for livability in Hampton Roads. Portsmouth blends waterfront character, deep naval history, and real neighborhood identity — streets here feel lived-in and established rather than freshly stamped from a subdivision mold. The 23703 corridor in particular connects you quickly to Interstate 664, making the entire region accessible without a long daily commute. While searches like homes for sale 23464 might pull up results across the broader metro, buyers who take a closer look at Portsmouth often find the square footage and lot sizes here are hard to beat for the area. The city sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, and the Midtown and Downtown tunnels put you within easy reach of Naval Station Norfolk, the Oceanfront, and Suffolk.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from Sweetbriar Circle. Grocery options including a nearby Food Lion and Walmart Supercenter keep the pantry stocked without a long drive. Starbucks and Dunkin' locations along the Victory Boulevard corridor handle the morning coffee run. City Park and the broader Portsmouth park system give you green space close to home. For dining, the revitalized Olde Towne Portsmouth waterfront district is a short drive southeast, offering independent restaurants and a genuine sense of place. Pharmacies, urgent care, and medical offices are well-represented throughout the 23703 zip code.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Portsmouth's 23703 zip code is one of the most practical addresses in Hampton Roads for active-duty households. Naval Station Norfolk is roughly a 15-to-20-minute drive via the Midtown Tunnel, and Norfolk Naval Shipyard is even closer — sitting right inside Portsmouth itself. The home's three full bathrooms and nearly 2,800 square feet give a growing military family real breathing room between deployments and duty rotations.

For families upgrading

If you've outgrown a starter home and want space that actually fits your life, 2,798 square feet across a single address is a meaningful step up. Three bedrooms and three full baths means guests, a home office, and kids' rooms can all coexist without compromise. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods offer mature trees, wider lots, and a sense of community that newer construction areas are still working to develop.

More buyer questions

How far is 5221 Sweetbriar Circle from Naval Station Norfolk?

The drive typically runs 15 to 20 minutes depending on tunnel traffic, using the Midtown Tunnel via Interstate 264. It's one of the more commuter-friendly locations in Portsmouth for sailors and civilian employees assigned to the base.

How far is 5221 Sweetbriar Circle from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is located within Portsmouth itself, making it roughly a 10-to-15-minute drive from Sweetbriar Circle — a genuine advantage for shipyard workers and contractors.

What is the square footage of 5221 Sweetbriar Circle?

The home measures 2,798 square feet of living space, which is notably generous for a 1955-built property in this part of Portsmouth.

Is 5221 Sweetbriar Circle in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the 23703 zip code.

Does 5221 Sweetbriar Circle have an HOA?

HOA status for this property is noted in the listing details section above — Sweetbriar Circle is part of an established Portsmouth neighborhood, and any association information will be disclosed there.

Ready to walk through 5221 Sweetbriar Circle in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out — reach out to schedule your visit today.

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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

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone B

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

Explore this neighborhood

Churchland

Churchland is an established residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and collection of well-maintained homes spanning multiple decades.

$330K

Median sale · 12 mo

$207

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

5

For sale now

$66K

HH income

46%

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

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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

$3,197/mo

Principal & interest

$2,662

Property tax

$386

Home insurance

$150

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

142% of $360,990

City assessment record · taxes $4,629/yr

Land share of assessed value

32% — $116,040

Improvements $244,950 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$451,000 – $650,000

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.

5111 Sweetbriar CIR · 0.2 mi · 2,800 sqft$481,890 sold 2026-03
5220 Lake CIR · 0.7 mi · 2,631 sqft$512,000 sold 2026-04
3130 Sterling Point DR · 0.6 mi · 2,488 sqft$518,000 sold 2026-04

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$513,000

Price / Sq Ft

$183

Annual Taxes

$4,629

Monthly Tax

$386

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.90%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
Price increasedJun 18, 2026$513,000+$15,000
ListedSep 9, 2026$513,000—
SoldJun 18, 2026$513,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

42% above assessment

Total Assessed

$360,990

Land

$116,040

Improvement

$244,950

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

Is 5221 Sweetbriar Cir in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Churchland Elementary (VaHome School Score 5/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Churchland (VaHome School Score 5.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 5221 Sweetbriar Cir 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 5221 Sweetbriar Cir a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Creek,Marsh.
Does 5221 Sweetbriar Cir have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 5221 Sweetbriar Cir built?+
It was built in 1955, 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

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Listing courtesy of Taylor Hutchens · Thrive Realty · REIN MLS #10635742

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5221 Sweetbriar Cir, Portsmouth, Virginia 23703 · MLS #10635742 · 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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