17 days on market
$215,000
533 Mclean St
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
MLS# 10632942 · BIDE A WEE · Portsmouth VA
Updated 2 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,393/mo
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Price / sq ft
$226
950 sq ft
Days on market
17
HOA
None
Year built
1959
67 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
950
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryVictory Elementary School3/10
- MiddleCradock Middle School3/10
- 2/10
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About this home
This 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family home offering approximately 950 square feet of comfortable living space is waiting for you! With a little love, you can really make it shine! The cozy yard provides just the right amount of outdoor space for easy upkeep while still offering room to relax or entertain. Conveniently located near the highway and more. Call today for more information and to schedule your tour!
Listed by Jonathan Melvin · Benham Real Estate LLC
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 533 McLean Street — a 1959 single-family home in Portsmouth's BIDE A WEE neighborhood offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and 950 square feet on a generous 0.18-acre lot, just seven minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth.
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Why this home stands out
What sets 533 McLean Street apart is the combination of a sizable lot and a location that puts two major military installations within a seven-minute drive. The 0.18-acre parcel gives you genuine outdoor space — room to garden, entertain, or simply spread out — while the compact 950-square-foot floor plan keeps upkeep straightforward. For buyers who want proximity to the shipyard without paying waterfront premiums, this block of McLean Street delivers.
BIDE A WEE and the Portsmouth real estate market
BIDE A WEE is one of Portsmouth's established residential pockets — a grid of mid-century streets where neighbors tend to know each other and the pace feels genuinely unhurried. The area took shape largely in the postwar decades, so you'll find a consistent architectural character: modest ranch and cottage-style homes on real lots with mature trees and defined yards. Portsmouth itself sits at the heart of Hampton Roads, bordered by the Elizabeth River and connected to Norfolk by the Downtown and Midtown tunnels. It's a city with deep naval heritage — Norfolk Naval Shipyard, the oldest and largest in the country, anchors the local economy and shapes the community's identity. Shoppers, commuters, and families all find the city's central position useful: you're equidistant from Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, and Suffolk without fighting through any of them to get home. Unlike newer developments — think h2o townhomes or master-planned communities farther out — BIDE A WEE offers established infrastructure, mature landscaping, and a neighborhood that's already fully formed.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from McLean Street. Amoco is 0.4 miles away for quick grocery runs, with Royal Farms at 0.6 miles and Farm Fresh International at 0.8 miles rounding out your options. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Southside BBQ is just 0.3 miles out, and Tony's Crab & Seafood and Prince Fried Chicken are both within 0.4 miles. Coffee is covered by Crossings Cafe and Starbucks Coffee Company, each about 0.6 miles away. For time outdoors, Woodland Park is a short 0.4-mile walk, GreenwoodSniffSpot sits at 0.6 miles, and Maplewood Park is under a mile for longer strolls.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth are each about seven minutes from 533 McLean Street — a commute that's genuinely rare to find. For service members using a VA loan or working within a BAH budget, this address puts you close to the gate without sacrificing a real yard or a quiet street. It's the kind of location that makes a back-to-back tour feel manageable.
For first-time buyers
At 950 square feet on a 0.18-acre lot, 533 McLean Street is sized right for a first purchase — enough space to live comfortably, enough yard to make it feel like home, and a price point that reflects the neighborhood rather than a waterfront premium. BIDE A WEE is an established community, so you're buying into something real: mature trees, defined streets, and neighbors who've been around long enough to wave hello.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 533 McLean Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 7 minutes by car from 533 McLean Street, making it one of the closest residential streets to the main gate in Portsmouth.
How far is 533 McLean Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is also about 7 minutes away, so service members assigned to either installation can reach the gate quickly from this address.
What is the lot size at 533 McLean Street?
The lot measures 0.18 acres, which is a generous parcel for the BIDE A WEE neighborhood and provides meaningful outdoor space in both the front and rear yards.
Is 533 McLean Street in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any applicable insurance considerations.
What year was 533 McLean Street built?
The home was built in 1959, placing it firmly in Portsmouth's postwar residential era and giving it the sturdy construction and lot sizes typical of that period.
Want to know more about 533 McLean Street or BIDE A WEE? Tom and Dariya Milan are happy to walk you through the details — reach out anytime to get started.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
533 McLean ST, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
1
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
950
Stories
1
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
None
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$215,000
Price / Sq Ft
$226
Annual Taxes
$2,579
Monthly Tax
$215
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.20%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 2, 2026 | $215,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $215,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 14, 2026.
Total Assessed
$208,020
Land
$59,130
Improvement
$148,890
Parcel ID: 04990460
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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
$1,393/moPrincipal & interest
$1,116
Property tax
$215
Home insurance
$63
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 Benham Real Estate LLC · MLS# 10632942
Data provided by REIN MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
$215,000
533 McLean ST, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
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