2 days on market
$320,000
5729 Hawthorne Ln
Portsmouth, Virginia 23703
MLS# 10641521 · EDGEFIELD · Portsmouth VA
Updated yesterday · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,041/mo
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Price / sq ft
$203
1,579 sq ft
Days on market
2
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1959
67 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,579
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryChurchland Elementary School6/10
- MiddleChurchland Middle School5/10
- 5/10
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About this home
Welcome to 5729 Hawthorne Lane nestled on a .35 acre lot within the Churchland section of Portsmouth. This beautiful all brick home boasts brand new energy efficient heating and air conditioning to include new ductwork, crawl space vents and vapor barrier. Enjoy approximately 1600 sq.ft. of living area plus an oversized 408 sq.ft. attached garage with door opener, side garage door and new pull down attic steps. En…
Listed by John Berger · Samson Properties
VaHome Team property overview
5729 Hawthorne Lane is a 1,579-square-foot, three-bedroom home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1959 with a half-bath in addition to the full bath. Four minutes from NSA Northwest Annex, it puts you close to work, the waterfront, and everything the region offers.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 5729 Hawthorne Lane apart is its rare proximity to NSA Northwest Annex — a four-minute drive that almost no other address in the area can match. The 1959 construction gives the home solid mid-century bones, and at 1,579 square feet across three bedrooms, the layout offers real everyday livability without wasted space. That combination of commute convenience and practical square footage is genuinely hard to replicate nearby.
EDGEFIELD and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth is one of Hampton Roads' most storied cities, and 5729 Hawthorne Lane sits in a residential pocket that reflects the quiet, established character the city does well. Streets here tend to be tree-lined and unhurried, with neighbors who have put down roots — the kind of area where you recognize faces and front porches actually get used. Portsmouth itself carries a lot of history, from its working waterfront to the centuries-old neighborhoods closer to downtown, and that sense of place gives the whole city a texture you don't always find in newer developments. Getting around is straightforward: Interstate 664 and Route 17 are both accessible without a long surface-street slog, which matters when you're commuting across the region. The Elizabeth River Trail and the Portsmouth waterfront add recreational variety, and the ferry connection to Norfolk's downtown makes a cross-river evening out genuinely easy. For a city of its size, Portsmouth punches above its weight for livability.
What's nearby
Daily errands are well covered from Hawthorne Lane. A Walmart Supercenter and a Food Lion are both within a short drive for groceries and household staples, and several pharmacy options sit along the nearby corridors. For coffee, local spots and national chains alike are reachable in minutes. Western Branch Road and the broader Churchland area offer a solid mix of casual dining, fast food, and sit-down restaurants. Sleepy Hole Park in nearby Suffolk provides waterfront green space and picnic areas when you want to get outside, and the Churchland branch of the Portsmouth Public Library is close by for quieter afternoons.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to NSA Northwest Annex and ten minutes to NSA Hampton Roads — that's the kind of commute that changes your quality of life on a duty station. For service members using a VA loan, Portsmouth offers strong purchasing power relative to the rest of Hampton Roads, and this address keeps you genuinely close to the gate without sacrificing neighborhood calm.
For first-time buyers
Three bedrooms, a full bath plus a half-bath, and 1,579 square feet of mid-century construction give you a real home to grow into rather than a starter box to outgrow quickly. Portsmouth's established neighborhoods tend to offer more square footage per dollar than newer parts of the region, and Hawthorne Lane sits in exactly that kind of pocket — solid, livable, and well-located.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 5729 Hawthorne Lane from NSA Northwest Annex?
The drive is approximately four minutes under normal conditions, making this one of the closest residential streets to the annex gate. That kind of proximity is rare and genuinely useful for anyone assigned there.
How far is 5729 Hawthorne Lane from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is roughly ten minutes away by car, keeping both major installations within an easy daily commute from this address.
What is the square footage and layout of 5729 Hawthorne Lane?
The home offers 1,579 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms, built in 1959 on a residential lot in Portsmouth, Virginia.
Is 5729 Hawthorne Lane in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
What grocery stores and everyday services are near 5729 Hawthorne Lane?
A Food Lion and a Walmart Supercenter are both within a short drive, along with pharmacy options and a range of casual dining along the nearby Churchland corridors.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth inside and out. Reach out to get a straight-talking walkthrough of what 5729 Hawthorne Lane means for your move.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,579
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Vinyl, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dryer, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$320,000
Price / Sq Ft
$203
Annual Taxes
$3,450
Monthly Tax
$288
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.08%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 25, 2026 | $320,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $320,000 | — |
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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
$2,041/moPrincipal & interest
$1,660
Property tax
$288
Home insurance
$93
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by Samson Properties · MLS# 10641521
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$320,000
5729 Hawthorne LN, PORTSMOUTH VA 23703
Portsmouth, Virginia 23703
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