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$275,000
$158 / sqft · est. $1,704/mo →
4beds
2baths
1,746sqft
34days on market

718 Cambridge Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707

Under ContractResidential · built 1920 · PORT NORFOLK

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

This fully renovated and very spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bath traditional-style home offers a thoughtful layout and plenty of room to spread out. The home's spacious front porch adds to its classic charm and welcoming curb appeal. Inside, generous living areas feature updated finishes throughout, creating a bright and comfortable atmosphere. The first floor includes a bedroom and full bathroom—a great option for guests, a home office, or added flexibility. Upstairs bedrooms are well-sized and designed for everyday living. Out back, the expansive backyard offers ample space for outdoor enjoyment, entertaining, or future personalization. With its blend of updates, space, and traditional character, this home delivers comfort and versatility.

Listing courtesy of Carrie Copenhaver · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10638850

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

718 Cambridge Avenue is a four-bedroom, two-bath home built in 1920 in Portsmouth's historic Port Norfolk neighborhood. With 1,746 square feet of character-filled space and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth just four minutes away, this address works hard for the people who call it home.

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Why this home stands out

Century-old homes on tree-lined streets don't come around every day, and 718 Cambridge Avenue sits squarely in one of Portsmouth's most architecturally cohesive neighborhoods. Port Norfolk's early-twentieth-century streetscape gives this four-bedroom house a sense of permanence and identity that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. The lot, the bones, and the address itself carry a story that keeps getting better with time.

PORT NORFOLK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Port Norfolk is one of Portsmouth's best-kept secrets — a compact, walkable peninsula neighborhood where craftsman bungalows and colonial revivals line streets that have been home to generations of Tidewater families. The neighborhood sits along the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River, giving it a genuine waterfront character without the waterfront price tag on every block. Cambridge Avenue itself is a quiet residential street with mature trees and a strong sense of community identity. Portsmouth as a whole is a city in the middle of a long, steady renaissance — its Olde Towne historic district, working waterfront, and easy access to the rest of Hampton Roads make it a compelling choice for buyers who want substance over flash. Port Norfolk fits right into that story: it's a neighborhood where people put down roots, renovate with care, and stay for decades. If you're looking for a home that feels genuinely rooted in place, this corner of Portsmouth delivers exactly that.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 718 Cambridge Avenue. Franklin Circle Park and Maryview Park are both within 0.2 miles, making a morning walk or an afternoon outside completely effortless. Detroit Park is another option just 0.4 miles out. For food and groceries, A & A Seafood Market, Fast 5 Grocery & Deli, and Bean Oriental Grocery are all within half a mile. Twisted Pig Ale & Smokehouse and Mockingbird Pasta Bar are close enough for a weeknight dinner without much planning. Coffee is covered by Corner Cafe at 0.6 miles and 7 Brew Coffee at 0.8 miles. DCo gym is 0.4 miles away if you prefer to stay close to home for your workouts.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a four-minute drive from 718 Cambridge Avenue, and USCG Base Portsmouth is six minutes out. For active-duty households juggling early shifts, duty rotations, and everything in between, that kind of proximity is genuinely valuable. A VA loan can make a century-old home like this one surprisingly accessible — and Port Norfolk's stable, established character tends to hold its value well across PCS cycles.

For buyers drawn to character

If you've been scrolling past beige new-construction and waiting for something with actual bones, 718 Cambridge Avenue is worth a serious look. Built in 1920, this four-bedroom home sits in Port Norfolk — a neighborhood where the architecture has a point of view and the streets feel like they were designed for people, not just cars. Four bedrooms and 1,746 square feet give you room to live without sacrificing the craftsmanship that drew you here in the first place.

More buyer questions

How far is 718 Cambridge Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately four minutes by car from 718 Cambridge Avenue. That proximity makes this address one of the closer residential options to the base in the entire city.

What is the Port Norfolk neighborhood like?

Port Norfolk is a historic, walkable peninsula neighborhood in Portsmouth known for its early-twentieth-century architecture, tree-lined streets, and strong community identity. It borders the Southern Branch of the Elizabeth River and has a distinctly rooted, residential character that sets it apart from newer developments in the region.

How old is the home at 718 Cambridge Avenue?

The home was built in 1920, making it over a century old. Homes of this era in Port Norfolk are known for their solid construction and architectural detail, including features common to craftsman and colonial revival styles popular in Tidewater Virginia during that period.

Is 718 Cambridge Avenue in a flood zone?

Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page. Given Port Norfolk's riverfront proximity, it's worth reviewing that information carefully before making decisions.

What parks are near 718 Cambridge Avenue?

Franklin Circle Park and Maryview Park are both within 0.2 miles of the address, and Detroit Park is about 0.4 miles away. All three are easily walkable from Cambridge Avenue.

Ready to see 718 Cambridge Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know Port Norfolk well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough on your schedule.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

Info provided by GreatSchools

Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1920

Price / sqft

$158

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,364/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10638850

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,746
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, Pantry, Porch, Utility Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Gas
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
PORT NORFOLK
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Off Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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 B

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

Minutes to real places, not a score

Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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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

$1,704/mo

Principal & interest

$1,427

Property tax

$197

Home insurance

$80

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

144% of $190,630

City assessment record · taxes $2,364/yr

Land share of assessed value

32% — $60,150

Improvements $130,480 · 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

$229,000 – $327,300

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.

2629 Greenwood DR · 2.5 mi · 1,700 sqft$303,000 sold 2026-06
22 Fairview CIR S · 2.7 mi · 1,700 sqft$327,300 sold 2026-07
27 Aylwin RD · 2.9 mi · 1,737 sqft$229,000 sold 2026-02

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$275,000

Price / Sq Ft

$158

Annual Taxes

$2,364

Monthly Tax

$197

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.86%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJun 9, 2026$275,000—
Currently listed—$275,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

44% above assessment

Total Assessed

$190,630

Land

$60,150

Improvement

$130,480

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 718 Cambridge Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary (GreatSchools 2/10), Churchland Middle (GreatSchools 5/10), Churchland (GreatSchools 5/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 718 Cambridge Ave 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 718 Cambridge Ave?+
Yes — DCo is about 0.4 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 718 Cambridge Ave?+
Franklin Circle Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 718 Cambridge Ave?+
A & A Seafood Market is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is 7-Eleven (0.3 mi).
Does 718 Cambridge Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 718 Cambridge Ave built?+
It was built in 1920, 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 Carrie Copenhaver · Iron Valley Real Est Norfolk · REIN MLS #10638850

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718 Cambridge Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10638850 · 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.

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