38 days on market
$199,000
533 Mclean St
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
MLS# 10632942 · BIDE A WEE · Portsmouth VA
Updated 18 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,306/mo
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Price / sq ft
$209
950 sq ft
Days on market
38
HOA
None
Year built
1959
67 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
950
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryVictory Elementary School3/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
This 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offering approximately 950 square feet of comfortable living space is waiting for you! With a little love, you can really make it shine! The cozy yard provides just the right amount of outdoor space for easy upkeep while still offering room to relax or entertain. Conveniently located near the highway and more. Call today for more information and to schedule your tour!
Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC
VaHome Team property overview
533 McLean Street is a 950-square-foot, three-bedroom home on a generous 0.18-acre lot in Portsmouth's Bide A Wee neighborhood — just seven minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and surrounded by everyday conveniences within a short walk or drive.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 533 McLean Street apart is the combination of a sizable lot and a location that puts two major military installations within a seven-minute drive. Built in 1959, this single-family home carries the solid, no-frills construction of its era on a 0.18-acre parcel — giving you real outdoor space in a neighborhood where that kind of room is genuinely useful. Three bedrooms and a full bath keep the footprint efficient without feeling cramped.
BIDE A WEE and the Portsmouth real estate market
Bide A Wee is one of Portsmouth's established residential pockets — a quiet, grid-street neighborhood where mid-century homes sit on generous lots and neighbors tend to know each other. The streets here have a settled, unhurried character that's hard to manufacture in newer developments. Portsmouth itself is one of the most historically layered cities in Hampton Roads, sitting along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River with a downtown waterfront, a working naval shipyard, and a genuine sense of place that predates the American Revolution. Living in Portsmouth means you're close to everything in the region — Norfolk is minutes away by bridge-tunnel or ferry, and the broader Hampton Roads metro is easily accessible in any direction. The Bide A Wee section of Portsmouth sits in the western part of the city, giving residents quick access to both the shipyard corridor and the commercial corridors along Frederick Boulevard. It's the kind of neighborhood that rewards people who value stability, space, and proximity to work over flashy amenities.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from 533 McLean Street. Amoco is just 0.4 miles away for quick grocery runs, with Royal Farms at 0.6 miles and Farm Fresh International at 0.8 miles rounding out your options. When you're ready to eat out, Southside BBQ is practically around the corner at 0.3 miles, and Tony's Crab & Seafood and Prince Fried Chicken are both within 0.4 miles. Coffee is covered too — Crossings Cafe and Starbucks are each 0.6 miles out. For outdoor time, Woodland Park is a short 0.4-mile walk, GreenwoodSniffSpot is 0.6 miles for dog owners, and Maplewood Park sits just under a mile away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a straight seven-minute drive from 533 McLean Street — and so is USCG Base Portsmouth. For military households, that kind of proximity to two installations is genuinely rare. A VA loan can make this three-bedroom home even more accessible, and the stable Bide A Wee neighborhood is the kind of place where PCS transitions feel a little less disruptive.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, 533 McLean Street offers a manageable footprint without sacrificing outdoor space. The 0.18-acre lot gives you room to grow into, the three-bedroom layout handles real life, and the Bide A Wee location keeps you close to groceries, parks, and restaurants without the premium of trendier Portsmouth zip codes.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 533 McLean Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately seven minutes by car from 533 McLean Street, making it one of the closest residential options to the shipyard in the Portsmouth area.
What is the Bide A Wee neighborhood like in Portsmouth?
Bide A Wee is a quiet, established mid-century neighborhood in western Portsmouth with grid streets, generous lot sizes, and a stable residential character that has defined the area for decades.
How big is the lot at 533 McLean Street?
The lot measures 0.18 acres, which is a notably generous size for this part of Portsmouth and provides meaningful outdoor space relative to the home's 950-square-foot footprint.
Is 533 McLean Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Are there parks near 533 McLean Street?
Yes — Woodland Park is just 0.4 miles away, GreenwoodSniffSpot is 0.6 miles out, and Maplewood Park is under a mile from the front door.
Want to know more about 533 McLean Street or the Bide A Wee neighborhood? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through everything — reach out and let's talk.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
950
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
None
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$199,000
Price / Sq Ft
$209
Annual Taxes
$2,579
Monthly Tax
$215
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.30%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 2, 2026 | $199,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $199,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 14, 2026.
Total Assessed
$208,020
Land
$59,130
Improvement
$148,890
Parcel ID: 04990460
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About buying in Portsmouth
Homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA combine historic charm with the most affordable entry prices in Hampton Roads. Olde Towne Portsmouth (23704) features cobblestone streets and Federalist-era row houses overlooking the Elizabeth River, with active listings typically ranging $250K-$500K. Western Portsmouth's Churchland neighborhood (23703) offers larger suburban homes, top schools, and direct commutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Park View (23707) and Cradock (23702) provide some of the most affordable single-family inventory in the region, often under $200K. Portsmouth's biggest employers are Norfolk Naval Shipyard (one of the largest ship-repair facilities in the country) and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Hampton Roads' largest military hospital. Active-duty military and shipyard families make up a significant share of buyers, and VA loan financing is common. Portsmouth Public Schools includes Churchland High, Manor High, and I.C. Norcom High; Churchland is consistently among the city's top-performing high schools. Buyers looking for waterfront views without Virginia Beach prices often find Portsmouth's Olde Towne and Hodges Ferry areas particularly attractive. Browse every active Portsmouth listing below, refreshed every 5 minutes from the REIN MLS.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,306/moPrincipal & interest
$1,033
Property tax
$215
Home insurance
$58
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 Benham Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10632942
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$199,000
533 McLean ST, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
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