100 days on market
$319,900
31 Radford St
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
MLS# 10618272 · DOUGLAS PARK · Portsmouth VA
Updated Apr 8, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,968/mo
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Price / sq ft
$169
1,890 sq ft
Days on market
100
HOA
None
Year built
1969
57 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,890
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryDouglass Park Elementary School2/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
Check out this beautiful 3 bedroom 2 bath ranch style home in Douglas Park. Great for entertaining. Huge den and living room, LVP flooring, new carpet, new paint, new water heater and more. A/C unit and roof were replaced in 2021. Nice sunroom and huge backyard. Don't miss out call today for private showing.
Listed by Theresa Newsome · BHHS RW Towne Realty
VaHome Team property overview
31 Radford Street is a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1,890-square-foot home in Portsmouth's Douglas Park neighborhood, built in 1969. You're five minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard, a short walk to a neighborhood park, and surrounded by everyday conveniences on all sides.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 31 Radford Street apart is its rare combination of size and location. Nearly 1,900 square feet of living space in Douglas Park is genuinely hard to find at this scale, and the five-minute drive to Norfolk Naval Shipyard makes this one of the closest residential streets to the base you'll encounter. Add a Kroger and a Walmart within a mile, and daily logistics practically take care of themselves.
DOUGLAS PARK and the Portsmouth real estate market
Douglas Park sits in the heart of Portsmouth, Virginia — a city with deep maritime roots, a walkable Olde Towne historic district, and a personality all its own on the western shore of the Elizabeth River. The neighborhood is a quiet, established residential pocket where mid-century homes line tree-shaded streets and neighbors tend to stay for the long haul. For buyers searching elizabeth city homes for sale in the broader Hampton Roads region, Portsmouth often comes as a pleasant surprise: competitive square footage, genuine community character, and commute times to major installations that are hard to beat. Douglas Park itself feels settled and lived-in, with sidewalks, mature trees, and a pace that rewards people who want a real neighborhood rather than a brand-new subdivision. Portsmouth's broader amenities — waterfront dining, the Children's Museum of Virginia, ferry service to Norfolk — are all within a short drive.
What's nearby
Step outside 31 Radford Street and daily life falls into place quickly. Peter Seafood is just 0.2 miles away for a quick local bite, and Maplewood Park is the same distance in the other direction — great for a morning walk or an afternoon outside. Starbucks and Chipotle are both about half a mile out when you need a coffee run or a fast lunch. Dunkin' is 0.6 miles away if you prefer a different morning ritual. Grocery shopping is covered by both Kroger and Walmart within 0.8 miles. For fitness, you have three options nearby: Sports Performance House, Zenya Yoga Studio, and Crunch Fitness — all within a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a five-minute drive from 31 Radford Street — as close as it gets without living on base. Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is six minutes in the other direction. For active-duty families, that kind of proximity means shorter commutes, more time at home, and a straightforward case for using a VA loan to put down roots here. BAH rates in this zip code tend to align well with homes of this size.
For families upgrading
If you've outgrown a smaller home and need real square footage, 31 Radford Street delivers 1,890 square feet across three bedrooms and two full baths — enough room to spread out without the sprawl of a much larger property. Maplewood Park is two blocks away, Crunch Fitness is under a mile, and the neighborhood itself has the kind of settled, long-term energy that makes it easy to picture staying for years.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 31 Radford Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately five minutes by car from 31 Radford Street, making this one of the closest residential addresses to the base in Portsmouth. The short commute is one of the property's most practical advantages for active-duty personnel.
How far is 31 Radford Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about six minutes away by car. Both major installations are reachable in under ten minutes, which is genuinely rare for a single residential address.
What is the Douglas Park neighborhood like in Portsmouth?
Douglas Park is an established mid-century neighborhood in Portsmouth with tree-lined streets, a quiet residential feel, and strong proximity to everyday amenities. It attracts long-term residents who value community character and convenient access to both military installations and the broader Hampton Roads area.
Is 31 Radford Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 31 Radford Street is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the property's specific parcel.
Are there parks or green spaces near 31 Radford Street?
Yes — Maplewood Park is just 0.2 miles away, and both Seaboard Square and Woodland Park are within 0.7 miles. You have multiple outdoor options within easy walking or biking distance.
Want to know more about 31 Radford Street or Douglas Park? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to answer questions and set up a walkthrough at your convenience.
Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.
Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
31 Radford ST, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
2
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,890
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Vinyl
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$319,900
Price / Sq Ft
$169
Annual Taxes
$2,574
Monthly Tax
$215
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.80%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Jan 29, 2026 | $319,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $319,900 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 11, 2026.
Total Assessed
$209,480
Land
$50,000
Improvement
$159,480
Parcel ID: 03920670 · View on city GIS portal
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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.
Military Commute
Drive times to nearest basesDrive 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.
Estimate your monthly payment
$1,968/moPrincipal & interest
$1,660
Property tax
$215
Home insurance
$93
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# 10618272
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$319,900
31 Radford ST, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
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