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PortsmouthTRUXTON74 Hobson St✓ Source: REIN MLS #10627622 · record updated Jul 12, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$184,900
$181 / sqft · est. $1,186/mo →
3beds
2baths
1,022sqft
103days on market

74 Hobson St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

ActiveResidential · built 1919 · TRUXTON

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

PRICE REDUCED! Come see this charming 3 bedroom 2 full bath Colonial waiting for you to move in-located near shopping and main roads. The renovated kitchen with electric range, dishwasher and refrigerator. There is a first floor bedroom and upstairs the primary bedroom is well proportioned-the remaining bedroom is also good sized-bathrooms feature tub/shower combinations. This property is SOLD AS-IS, with no repairs by Seller. This property may qualify for Seller Financing (Vendee). If Property was built prior to 1978, Lead Based Paint Potentially Exists.

Listing courtesy of Teelo Rutledge · Warrior Realty of Virginia LLC · REIN MLS #10627622

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 74 Hobson Street — a 1919-era, 3-bedroom home in Portsmouth's historic Truxton neighborhood, just four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard. At 1,022 square feet on a compact city lot, it's a character-rich address with serious convenience built right in.

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Why this home stands out

Homes built in 1919 carry a personality that newer construction simply can't replicate — think solid craftsmanship, distinct architectural lines, and a streetscape that tells a story. Truxton amplifies all of that. You're in one of Portsmouth's most recognizable historic districts, walking distance from parks and local eateries, and a four-minute drive from one of the region's largest employers. That combination of character and location is genuinely rare at this size.

TRUXTON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Truxton is one of Portsmouth's oldest and most tightly knit residential communities, and 74 Hobson Street sits right in the middle of it. The neighborhood is defined by early-20th-century architecture, tree-lined blocks, and a genuine sense of place that's hard to manufacture. Portsmouth itself has been quietly earning attention as one of Hampton Roads' most authentic cities — waterfront history, a walkable Olde Towne district, and a military heritage that runs deep. While some buyers searching terms like "whaleyville va" are exploring more rural corners of the region, Truxton offers the opposite appeal: urban walkability, historic fabric, and fast access to major employment corridors. City services are handled through Portsmouth, and the broader Portsmouth community brings together longtime residents and newcomers in a way that feels less transactional than many suburban alternatives. Daily life here has real texture.

What's nearby

Daily errands are straightforward from 74 Hobson Street. A Dollar General sits 0.3 miles away, and a Kroger is just 0.8 miles out for a full grocery run. When you want to eat out, KD's Soul Food Kitchen and Hay Hing Chinese are both within 0.2 miles, and New York Pizza & Deli is another block beyond that. Coffee is covered by a 7-Eleven at 0.3 miles, with a Starbucks Coffee Company and Dunkin' both under a mile. For outdoor time, Highland Biltmore Park is 0.3 miles away, Maplewood Park is 0.4 miles, and the Truxtun Historic District — a walkable green anchor for the neighborhood — is right at 0.4 miles.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is a four-minute drive from 74 Hobson Street, and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is five minutes in the other direction. For active-duty personnel and their families, that proximity can meaningfully simplify daily logistics — especially during duty-day commutes or medical appointments. A VA loan makes this type of historic property fully accessible, and BAH rates in the Portsmouth area are worth running the numbers on.

For first-time buyers

A 1919-built home in an established historic neighborhood is a meaningful first purchase — you're buying into a place with real identity, not a subdivision that looks like a dozen others. At 1,022 square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths, 74 Hobson Street is a manageable size to maintain while you build equity in a Portsmouth neighborhood that has staying power.

More buyer questions

How far is 74 Hobson Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is approximately 4 minutes by car from 74 Hobson Street, making this one of the closer residential addresses to the shipyard's main gate in all of Portsmouth.

How far is 74 Hobson Street from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is about 5 minutes away by car — a short and straightforward drive along local streets.

What is the Truxton neighborhood like in Portsmouth?

Truxton is a historic residential neighborhood in Portsmouth characterized by early-20th-century homes, walkable blocks, and proximity to parks and local dining. It's one of the city's more architecturally distinct communities.

Is 74 Hobson Street in a flood zone?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the most current FEMA designation and zone details.

Does 74 Hobson Street have a garage or off-street parking?

Parking details for this property are best confirmed through current listing documents or a direct walkthrough, as city-lot homes from this era vary in what off-street options are available.

Want to see 74 Hobson Street in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Truxton well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.

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

1919

Price / sqft

$181

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,070/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10627622

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
2
Approx. sqft
1,022
Stories
2
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
7
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Colonial
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump
Cooling
Heat Pump
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.0600
Subdivision
TRUXTON
Zoning
HR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Street
Possession
@ FUNDING WIRE CONFIRMATION
Disclosures
Bank Repo, Exempt from Disclosure/Disclaimer, Govt Owned, Spec Warranty Deed

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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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Portsmouth real estate

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

$1,186/mo

Principal & interest

$959

Property tax

$173

Home insurance

$54

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

111% of $166,970

City assessment record · taxes $2,070/yr

Land share of assessed value

15% — $25,000

Improvements $141,970 · 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

$91,499$250,000

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.

17 Chatham RD · 1.3 mi · 1,000 sqft$91,499 sold 2026-06
121 York DR · 1.4 mi · 1,056 sqft$150,000 sold 2026-03
618 McLean ST · 1.4 mi · 950 sqft$225,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$184,900

Price / Sq Ft

$181

Annual Taxes

$2,070

Monthly Tax

$173

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.12%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedApr 1, 2026$184,900
Price reducedJun 16, 2026$184,900−$15,000
Currently listed$184,900

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

11% above assessment

Total Assessed

$166,970

Land

$25,000

Improvement

$141,970

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.

Market tempo

103 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 74 Hobson St in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Douglass Park Elementary (GreatSchools 2/10), Cradock Middle, IC Norcom. School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 74 Hobson 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.
Are there parks near 74 Hobson St?+
Highland Biltmore Park is about 0.3 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 74 Hobson St?+
Dollar General is about 0.3 miles away. The closest dining on record is Kds soul food kitchen llc (0.2 mi).
Does 74 Hobson St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 74 Hobson St built?+
It was built in 1919, 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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TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Teelo Rutledge · Warrior Realty of Virginia LLC · REIN MLS #10627622

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74 Hobson St, Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 · MLS #10627622 · 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.