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PortsmouthMANOR VIEW609 Berkshire Rd✓ Source: REIN MLS #10633854 · record updated Jul 11, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$329,900
$206 / sqft · est. $2,061/mo →
4beds
2baths
1,602sqft
64days on market

609 Berkshire Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701

ActiveResidential · built 1957 · MANOR VIEW

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Very nice, mostly renovated 4 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch in desirable location. New ktichen with granite, new cabinets and stainless steel appliances. New laminate and carpet throughtout. Large new fenced in back yard for pets and kids. Huge back screened in back porch for entertaining or just relaxing with your family. New electric tankless water heater. New electric fireplace, fresh paint and newly renovated bathrooms and new light and plumbing fixtures.

Listing courtesy of James Callahan · CoastalVA Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10633854

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Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 609 Berkshire Road — a four-bedroom, two-bath brick ranch on a generous quarter-acre lot in Portsmouth's Manor View neighborhood, built in 1957 with 1,602 square feet of single-story living just ten minutes from two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

What sets 609 Berkshire Road apart is the combination of a true four-bedroom layout on one level, a 0.23-acre lot with room to breathe, and a location that puts Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard each within a ten-minute drive. Single-story living at this square footage is genuinely hard to find in this price band of Portsmouth, and Manor View's established, tree-lined streets give the address a settled, community feel that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate.

MANOR VIEW and the Portsmouth real estate market

Manor View is one of Portsmouth's quietly dependable mid-century neighborhoods — the kind of place where the sidewalks are wide, the lots are generous, and neighbors have been here long enough to wave by name. The homes along Berkshire Road and its surrounding streets were built largely in the 1950s and early 1960s, giving the area a cohesive brick-and-siding character that has aged gracefully. Portsmouth itself sits at the heart of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Elizabeth River and connected to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk by a web of bridges and tunnels. It's a city with genuine history — the oldest naval shipyard in the country calls it home — and a growing dining and arts scene centered around Olde Towne. Living in Manor View means you're close enough to everything Hampton Roads offers while still coming home to a neighborhood that feels genuinely residential. Traffic is manageable, green space is nearby, and the everyday errands that can quietly eat your time are all within a short drive.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 609 Berkshire Road. Groceries are covered by a Food Lion just half a mile away, with a second Food Lion at 0.8 miles and MP International Grocery at 0.7 miles for a broader international selection. Onyx 757 Restaurant & Lounge, Yaadvybz Bikkle, and Burger King are all within 0.3 miles when you want a quick meal out. Hodges Manor Park is also just 0.3 miles away — a walkable option for an afternoon outside. The Portsmouth Volleyball Center sits 0.7 miles out, and fitness options include Spirit Enhancers All Stars, TIGER Academy of Martial Arts, and JGee Fitness, LLC all within a mile.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each about ten minutes from 609 Berkshire Road — a commute that's genuinely rare to find at this lot size and bedroom count. For military families weighing a VA loan, this address checks a lot of boxes: four bedrooms, single-story layout, a real yard, and two major commands within easy reach without paying a premium for proximity.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms on a single level with a 0.23-acre lot in an established neighborhood is a combination that's harder to come by than it sounds. If you're upgrading from a smaller home or a townhome and want real outdoor space, a dedicated room for everyone, and a neighborhood where kids can actually play outside, 609 Berkshire Road is worth a close look. Manor View's mid-century bones mean solid construction and mature landscaping you didn't have to wait decades to grow.

More buyer questions

How far is 609 Berkshire Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately ten minutes away by car, making 609 Berkshire Road one of the more conveniently located addresses in the area for staff and personnel assigned there.

How far is 609 Berkshire Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about ten minutes from this address, so households with assignments at either installation can reach both without a difficult commute.

What is the lot size at 609 Berkshire Road?

The lot measures 0.23 acres — a generous size for the Manor View neighborhood that gives you meaningful outdoor space front and back compared to many nearby properties.

Is 609 Berkshire Road 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 most accurate and up-to-date designation.

What parks are near 609 Berkshire Road?

Hodges Manor Park is just 0.3 miles away and is the closest green space, while Portsmouth Volleyball Center is about 0.7 miles out for more active recreation options.

Want to know more about 609 Berkshire Road or Manor View? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are happy to walk you through everything — reach out anytime.

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

1957

Price / sqft

$206

HOA

None

Taxes

$3,039/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10633854

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,602
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Aluminum,Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Heat Pump W/A
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.2300
Subdivision
MANOR VIEW
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Carport
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement, Owner Agent

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 515529

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone C

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of housing styles that reflect its established community roots.

$280K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

14

For sale now

$46K

HH income

55.2%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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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

$2,061/mo

Principal & interest

$1,712

Property tax

$253

Home insurance

$96

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

Asking vs. assessment

135% of $245,050

City assessment record · taxes $3,039/yr

Land share of assessed value

29% — $72,000

Improvements $173,050 · assessor record ✓

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

$109,000$346,150

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.

1414 Loren CRES · 1.4 mi · 1,593 sqft$195,000 sold 2026-05
1419 Welcome RD · 1 mi · 1,760 sqft$346,150 sold 2026-03
1400 Roosevelt Boulevard · 1.5 mi · 1,593 sqft$255,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$329,900

Price / Sq Ft

$206

Annual Taxes

$3,039

Monthly Tax

$253

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.92%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 8, 2026$329,900
Price reducedJul 11, 2026$329,900−$5,000
Currently listed$329,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

35% above assessment

Total Assessed

$245,050

Land

$72,000

Improvement

$173,050

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

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Market tempo

64 days on market — read it in context

Days on market reflects pricing, season, and inventory — compare it against similar nearby homes below before reading anything into it.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 609 Berkshire Rd in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Hodges Manor Elementary (GreatSchools 3/10), William E. Waters Middle, Manor High (GreatSchools 2/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 609 Berkshire Rd in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 609 Berkshire Rd?+
Yes — Spirit Enhancers All Stars is about 0.6 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 609 Berkshire Rd?+
Hodges Manor Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 609 Berkshire Rd?+
Food Lion is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Onyx 757 Restaurant & Lounge (0.3 mi).
Does 609 Berkshire Rd have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 609 Berkshire Rd built?+
It was built in 1957, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

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Tom & Dariya Milan

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Listing courtesy of James Callahan · CoastalVA Realty Inc. · REIN MLS #10633854

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609 Berkshire Rd, Portsmouth, Virginia 23701 · MLS #10633854 · 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.