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$219,900
$195 / sqft · est. $1,379/mo →
2beds
2baths
1,130sqft
8days on market

552 Lanier Cres, Portsmouth, VA 23707

Under ContractResidential · built 1986 · RIVER PARK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

FULLY REMODELED TOWNHOME - appliance package conveys - spacious layout with first floor primary bedroom - fenced backyard with rear deck

Listing courtesy of Jeannette McCallum · Partners In Real Estate · REIN MLS #10639893

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

552 Lanier Crescent is a two-bedroom, two-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering 1,130 square feet of living space built in 1986. With Naval Medical Center Portsmouth just five minutes away and USCG Base Portsmouth six minutes out, the location is hard to beat for military households.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 552 Lanier Crescent apart is its dual-bath layout in a compact, manageable footprint — a combination that suits couples, small families, or anyone who values having a private bath option without the overhead of a larger home. The 1986 build era brings solid construction bones, and the Portsmouth address puts two major installations within a single traffic light's reach of your front door.

RIVER PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most historically layered cities, and the area around Lanier Crescent reflects that character well. You're in a residential pocket that sits comfortably between the waterfront energy of the Elizabeth River corridor and the quieter, tree-lined blocks that define much of western Portsmouth. The city itself carries a genuine sense of place — brick sidewalks in Olde Towne, working waterfronts, and neighborhoods where people actually know their neighbors. Portsmouth real estate tends to offer more square footage per dollar than some of its Hampton Roads counterparts, which draws buyers who want a real home in a real community. City services, local dining, and green space are all woven into the everyday fabric here, and the broader 23707 zip code has seen steady reinvestment over the years. For anyone weighing where to plant roots in Hampton Roads, Portsmouth rewards a closer look.

What's nearby

Day-to-day errands are straightforward from Lanier Crescent. Grocery options, pharmacies, and everyday retail are all within a short drive along the main corridors connecting this part of Portsmouth. The Elizabeth River Trail system is accessible nearby for walkers and cyclists, and Olde Towne Portsmouth — with its independent restaurants, coffee shops, and waterfront park — is just a few minutes east. The Portsmouth ferry landing connects you to downtown Norfolk in minutes if you want a quick change of scenery. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are both under ten minutes away, making this location genuinely convenient for active-duty and civilian hospital staff alike.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Five minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and six minutes to USCG Base Portsmouth — that kind of commute is rare and genuinely valuable. Whether you're active duty, a civilian employee, or a military spouse managing a busy household schedule, 552 Lanier Crescent puts you close enough to base that the daily logistics actually work in your favor. A VA loan can make ownership here very accessible.

For first-time buyers

If you're stepping into homeownership for the first time, a two-bed, two-bath home at 1,130 square feet is a smart entry point — enough space to live comfortably without taking on more than you need. Portsmouth offers strong value compared to neighboring cities, and the location near two military installations means the area holds steady demand over time. It's a practical, well-positioned first home.

More buyer questions

How far is 552 Lanier Crescent from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately five minutes away by car, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the installation in the city. That proximity is a consistent draw for medical staff and active-duty personnel assigned there.

How far is 552 Lanier Crescent from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about six minutes away, putting it well within the range most military households consider an easy daily commute. Both bases being this close from a single address is genuinely uncommon.

What is the property type and size at 552 Lanier Crescent?

552 Lanier Crescent is a residential home with two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and 1,130 square feet of living space, built in 1986.

Is there an HOA at 552 Lanier Crescent in Portsmouth?

HOA status for this address should be confirmed during the transaction process, as it can change over time — your agent can pull the most current information from the city records.

Are there flood zone considerations for 552 Lanier Crescent?

Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that information alongside a flood insurance quote is always a smart step for any Portsmouth property near the water table.

Curious whether 552 Lanier Crescent fits your plans? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth well — reach out and let's talk through the details together.

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

1986

Price / sqft

$195

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,081/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10639893

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

Flood & environment

The flood answer first — quantified, not buried

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 9 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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

$1,379/mo

Principal & interest

$1,141

Property tax

$173

Home insurance

$64

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

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

$140,000 – $327,000

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.

173 Noble ST · 2.2 mi · 1,086 sqft$140,000 sold 2026-03
9 Croatan TRL · 2.3 mi · 1,200 sqft$259,900 sold 2026-05
266 Hansen AVE · 2.2 mi · 1,240 sqft$293,000 sold 2026-06

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$219,900

Price / Sq Ft

$195

Annual Taxes

$2,081

Monthly Tax

$173

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.95%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 17, 2026$219,900—
Currently listed—$219,900—

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 552 Lanier Cres in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary, Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 552 Lanier Cres in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 9 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 552 Lanier Cres?+
Yes — DCo is about 0 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 552 Lanier Cres?+
Detroit Park is about 0.5 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 552 Lanier Cres?+
Dollar General is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is Mockingbird Pasta Bar (0.1 mi).
Does 552 Lanier Cres have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 552 Lanier Cres built?+
It was built in 1986, 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 Jeannette McCallum · Partners In Real Estate · REIN MLS #10639893

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552 Lanier Cres, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10639893 · 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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