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149 days on market

$79,900

921 Martin Ave

Portsmouth, Virginia 23701

MLS# 10613493 · SIMONSDALE GARDENS · Portsmouth VA

Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS

Est. payment

$620/mo

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Price / sq ft

$88

904 sq ft

Days on market

149

HOA

None

Year built

1940

86 yrs old

Beds

2

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

0

Sq Ft

904

Garage

No

Residential1 StorySingle FamilyWaterfront — Not Waterfront

Schools

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About this home

This property is to be considered as a lot sale. The value is in the land. Potential for tear down for new construction property. Home on lot is not considered to be eligible for rehab. Do not enter the physical property. Wonderful Simonsdale location.

Listed by Bill Eiseman · Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.

Location & Neighborhood

Location & Street View

921 MARTIN AVE, Portsmouth

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Property Details

Bedrooms

2

Full Baths

1

Half Baths

0

Approx Sq Ft

904

Stories

1

Fireplaces

0

Flooring

Other

Heating

Cooling

Laundry

Interior Features

N/A

Appliances

None

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$79,900

Price / Sq Ft

$88

Annual Taxes

$2,187

Monthly Tax

$182

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

2.74%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedDec 15, 2025$79,900
Currently listed$79,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 14, 2026.

56% below assessment

Total Assessed

$180,520

Land

$63,000

Improvement

$117,520

Parcel ID: 04240900

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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

$620/mo

Principal & interest

$415

Property tax

$182

Home insurance

$23

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 Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. · MLS# 10613493

Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

ACTIVE LISTING

$79,900

921 MARTIN AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701

Portsmouth, Virginia 23701

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Quick Facts

TypeResidential
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.1700
Taxes$2,187/yr
HOANone
Heating
Cooling

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