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73 Decatur ST, PORTSMOUTH VA 23702 - Main photo
$250,000
$63 / sqft · est. $1,516/mo →
4,000sqft
31days on market

73 Decatur St, Portsmouth, VA 23702

SoldMulti Family Residential · built 1928 · CRADOCK

Facts & features

Type

Multi Family Residential

Year built

1928

Price / sqft

$63

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,750/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10632746

Interior

Approx. sqft
4,000

Construction & exterior

Style
Side by Side
Subtype
Quadruplex
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl

Utilities & systems

Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
CRADOCK
Zoning
HR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Miscellaneous
Fixer Upper
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Fantastic Cash-flow Opportunity. Quadplex featuring two 3BR/1BA units and two 2BR/1BA units. Property needs repairs and updates, which is reflected in the price. Once improved and fully occupied, projected rent is $4,000+/month. Priced well below market—recent comparable quadplex sales in similar condition have closed at $360,000 and $375,000. Convenient location: 6 minutes to Rivers Casino, and under 20 minutes to ODU and NSU.

Listing courtesy of Jeremy Stansbury · Exit Realty Professionals · REIN MLS #10632746

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · LPT Realty

At a glance

73 Decatur Street is a 4,000-square-foot multi-family property built in 1928 in Portsmouth's historic Cradock neighborhood. Sitting minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth, this substantial early-twentieth-century building combines classic character with serious square footage in one of Hampton Roads' most storied communities.

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Why this home stands out

Four thousand square feet of 1928 construction in Cradock is a rare find. Properties of this scale and era in Portsmouth carry genuine architectural bones — think solid craftsmanship, generous room proportions, and the kind of structural presence that newer builds simply can't replicate. Add the multi-family configuration and you're looking at a property with real flexibility for extended families or multi-generational living arrangements under one historically significant roof.

CRADOCK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Cradock is one of Portsmouth's most distinctive neighborhoods, and that's not an accident — it was purpose-built in the early 1920s as a planned community to house workers at Norfolk Naval Shipyard, and the thoughtful street layout and cohesive architectural character still show today. Tree-lined blocks, brick sidewalks, and homes that share a clear design lineage give Cradock a sense of place that's genuinely hard to find anywhere in Hampton Roads. Portsmouth itself sits at the heart of the region, bordered by the Elizabeth River and connected to Norfolk, Chesapeake, and Suffolk with ease. While buyers searching phrases like homes for sale in carrollton va are often drawn by newer construction, Cradock offers something different: a neighborhood with a real identity, a walkable grid, and a community that takes pride in its history. The city of Portsmouth has invested steadily in the area, and longtime residents tend to stay — which tells you something meaningful about the quality of life here.

What's nearby

Daily errands are genuinely walkable from 73 Decatur Street. Food Lion is just half a mile out for a full grocery run, and both Dollar General and a BP station are within four-tenths of a mile for quick stops. When it's time to eat, Vietnam 81 Restaurant is two-tenths of a mile away, Geraldine's Kitchen is three-tenths, and Burger King is right there too. Grab a Dunkin' coffee less than half a mile from your door. Planet Fitness is an easy half-mile away for workouts. For outdoor time, Afton Square, Afton Park, and George Washington Park are all within three-tenths of a mile — making this one of the more walkable pockets in the city.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is roughly five minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about six — it's hard to find a location in Hampton Roads that puts you this close to two installations at once. For military families weighing BAH and commute time together, 73 Decatur Street checks both boxes cleanly. VA loan eligibility makes a property of this size even more accessible for qualifying service members and veterans.

For buyers drawn to character

If you're drawn to homes with real history, 73 Decatur Street was built in 1928 inside one of the most architecturally intentional neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. Cradock was designed from the ground up — the street grid, the setbacks, the building scale — and that deliberate character is woven into every block. Four thousand square feet of early-twentieth-century construction means you're getting genuine craftsmanship, not a modern approximation of it.

More buyer questions

How far is 73 Decatur Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately five minutes from 73 Decatur Street by car. The proximity makes this one of the closest residential addresses to the shipyard in the entire Portsmouth area.

How far is 73 Decatur Street from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about six minutes away by car. Combined with the Norfolk Naval Shipyard proximity, this address sits within a short drive of two major installations.

What is the Cradock neighborhood like in Portsmouth?

Cradock is a historic planned community built in the early 1920s, featuring a cohesive architectural style, walkable streets, and a strong neighborhood identity. It's considered one of Portsmouth's most distinctive and well-preserved residential areas.

Is 73 Decatur Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and consulting with your insurance agent for the most accurate picture.

Does the Cradock neighborhood have an HOA?

Cradock does not operate under a traditional HOA structure, though the neighborhood benefits from city oversight and active community engagement that helps maintain its historic character.

Want to know more about 73 Decatur Street or explore what else is available in Cradock and Portsmouth? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

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Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

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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.

$285K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

21d

Days on market

24

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

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

$1,516/mo

Principal & interest

$1,297

Property tax

$146

Home insurance

$73

PMI

None

HOA/Condo (paid separately)

None

Estimate only. Association (HOA/condo) fees are paid separately and are not included in the payment above. 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

Why the land carries the value

Asking vs. assessment

177% of $141,030

City assessment record · taxes $1,750/yr

Land share of assessed value

51% — $71,760

Improvements $69,270 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$380,000 – $565,000

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.

419 Court ST · 2.8 mi · 3,896 sqft$472,500 sold 2026-07
520 North ST · 2.8 mi · 4,211 sqft$565,000 sold 2026-05
106 London ST · 2.9 mi · 3,563 sqft$525,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$250,000

Price / Sq Ft

$63

Annual Taxes

$1,750

Monthly Tax

$146

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.70%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedJul 4, 2026$250,000—
Price reducedJul 22, 2026$250,000−$35,000
SoldJul 17, 2026$250,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

77% above assessment

Total Assessed

$141,030

Land

$71,760

Improvement

$69,270

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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Questions buyers ask

Is 73 Decatur St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Cradock Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.6/10), Cradock Middle (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Manor High (VaHome School Score 3.6/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 73 Decatur St 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 73 Decatur St?+
Yes — Planet Fitness is about 0.5 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 73 Decatur St?+
Afton Square is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 73 Decatur St?+
bp is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Vietnam 81 Restaurant (0.2 mi).
Does 73 Decatur St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 73 Decatur St built?+
It was built in 1928, per the listing record.

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

The people

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Listing courtesy of Jeremy Stansbury · Exit Realty Professionals · REIN MLS #10632746

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73 Decatur St, Portsmouth, Virginia 23702 · MLS #10632746 · 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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