19 days on market
$359,000
5825 Barberry Ln
Portsmouth, Virginia 23703
MLS# 10638598 · EDGEFIELD · Portsmouth VA
Updated 14 hours ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$2,231/mo
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Price / sq ft
$255
1,408 sq ft
Days on market
19
HOA
None
Year built
1963
63 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
1,408
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryChurchland Elementary School6/10
- MiddleChurchland Middle School5/10
- 5/10
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About this home
Well-maintained brick ranch with space to spread out, both inside and out. Situated on a corner lot with mature landscaping and a beautiful yard, this home offers a flexible floor plan that is hard to find. Inside you'll find three bedrooms, two and a half baths, granite countertops, white cabinetry, a new stove, fresh paint, wood floors, and ceramic tile. Multiple living spaces include a formal living room, a sunken…
Listed by Marla McPherson · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
5825 Barberry Lane is a three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, built in 1963 and offering 1,408 square feet of living space. It sits just four minutes from NSA Northwest Annex, making it one of the closest civilian-street addresses to that installation.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 5825 Barberry Lane apart is its rare proximity to NSA Northwest Annex — a four-minute drive that almost no other address in the region can match. Pair that with easy access to NSA Hampton Roads just ten minutes away, and you have a home that genuinely works for dual-military households or anyone whose daily commute runs through either gate. The 1963 construction gives the home a solid, established character that newer builds in the area simply can't replicate.
EDGEFIELD and the Portsmouth real estate market
Barberry Lane sits in a quiet, tree-lined pocket of northern Portsmouth, Virginia — a city that often surprises people with how much it quietly delivers. Portsmouth is one of the seven cities of Hampton Roads, and this corner of it has a distinctly residential, unhurried feel. Streets are wide enough for comfortable parking, lots have mature landscaping, and neighbors tend to put down roots. The surrounding area is a mix of mid-century homes that have aged gracefully, giving the whole corridor a grounded, lived-in character rather than the uniform sameness of newer subdivisions. Northern Portsmouth connects naturally to Chesapeake to the south and to the Naval Medical Center Portsmouth corridor to the east, so you're never far from services, green space, or a main road when you need one. For a city of its size, Portsmouth punches above its weight on convenience without sacrificing the neighborhood calm that makes a street like Barberry Lane genuinely pleasant to come home to.
What's nearby
Daily life runs smoothly from this address. Grocery options, pharmacies, and everyday retail are all within a short drive along the major corridors north and east of Barberry Lane. For coffee or a quick bite, local spots and national chains alike are reachable in under ten minutes. Chesapeake City Park and the broader network of green space along the city's edges give outdoor enthusiasts room to stretch out. The waterfront areas of downtown Portsmouth — with their restaurants, the Children's Museum of Virginia, and the ferry connection to Norfolk — are roughly fifteen to twenty minutes away, making a weekend afternoon on the water entirely practical.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Four minutes to NSA Northwest Annex. Ten minutes to NSA Hampton Roads. For an active-duty household — especially a dual-military couple — this address is genuinely hard to beat on commute math alone. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the established neighborhood means your family lands in a stable, quiet environment from day one.
For first-time buyers
At 1,408 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, 5825 Barberry Lane is sized right for a first home — enough room to grow into without the overhead of a sprawling property. The 1963 bones mean the heavy structural work is long done, and northern Portsmouth's pricing tends to be more accessible than comparable square footage across the water. A VA loan, if you qualify, can make the path to ownership here especially clean.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 5825 Barberry Lane from NSA Northwest Annex?
NSA Northwest Annex is approximately four minutes by car from 5825 Barberry Lane, making this one of the closest residential addresses to that installation. The route is straightforward with no highway driving required.
How far is 5825 Barberry Lane from NSA Hampton Roads?
NSA Hampton Roads is roughly ten minutes from Barberry Lane under normal traffic conditions. That commute window works well for households with one or both adults assigned to that base.
What is the flood zone status for 5825 Barberry Lane?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. Reviewing that tile before making any decisions about insurance or financing is always a good idea.
Is there a homeowners association at 5825 Barberry Lane?
Based on available records, this property does not appear to be governed by a mandatory homeowners association, though confirming current status during any due-diligence period is always recommended.
What are the nearest grocery and pharmacy options to Barberry Lane?
Several grocery stores and pharmacies serving northern Portsmouth are located within a five-to-ten-minute drive along the main commercial corridors to the north and east of Barberry Lane. Day-to-day errands are easy to fold into a normal commute from this address.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corner of Portsmouth well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what 5825 Barberry Lane means for your specific situation.
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Location & Neighborhood
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
1,408
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$359,000
Price / Sq Ft
$255
Annual Taxes
$3,157
Monthly Tax
$263
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.88%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jun 11, 2026 | $359,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $359,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched Jun 20, 2026.
Total Assessed
$254,630
Land
$88,500
Improvement
$166,130
Parcel ID: 08760130
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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
$2,231/moPrincipal & interest
$1,863
Property tax
$263
Home insurance
$105
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 BHHS RW Towne Realty · MLS# 10638598
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$359,000
5825 Barberry LN, PORTSMOUTH VA 23703
Portsmouth, Virginia 23703
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