68 days on market
$215,000
742 Mt Vernon Ave
Portsmouth, Virginia 23707
MLS# 10617635 · PORT NORFOLK · Portsmouth VA
Updated Apr 1, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$1,268/mo
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Price / sq ft
$167
1,286 sq ft
Days on market
68
HOA
None
Year built
1905
121 yrs old
Beds
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
1,286
Garage
N/A
Schools
- ElementaryJohn Tyler Elementary School2/10
- MiddleChurchland Middle School5/10
- 5/10
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About this home
Great investment opportunity! Newly rehabbed downstairs unit includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, new appliances, granite countertops, paint, light fixtures, LVP floors and is currently being rented. Upstairs unit includes 1 bedroom and bathroom. Close to local shopping, parks, Portsmouth Naval Medical, and interstate. Inquire today!
Listed by Joshua Britt · Prodigy Realty
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Property Details
Bedrooms
0
Full Baths
0
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
1,286
Stories
0
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
N/A
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$215,000
Price / Sq Ft
$167
Annual Taxes
$1,079
Monthly Tax
$90
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
0.50%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | Mar 2, 2026 | $215,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $215,000 | — |
Public-Records Assessment
Source: Portsmouth via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels. Fetched May 8, 2026.
Total Assessed
$87,020
Land
$15,410
Improvement
$71,610
Parcel ID: 01520080 · View on city GIS portal
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About buying in Portsmouth
Homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA combine historic charm with the most affordable entry prices in Hampton Roads. Olde Towne Portsmouth (23704) features cobblestone streets and Federalist-era row houses overlooking the Elizabeth River, with active listings typically ranging $250K-$500K. Western Portsmouth's Churchland neighborhood (23703) offers larger suburban homes, top schools, and direct commutes to Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Park View (23707) and Cradock (23702) provide some of the most affordable single-family inventory in the region, often under $200K. Portsmouth's biggest employers are Norfolk Naval Shipyard (one of the largest ship-repair facilities in the country) and Naval Medical Center Portsmouth — Hampton Roads' largest military hospital. Active-duty military and shipyard families make up a significant share of buyers, and VA loan financing is common. Portsmouth Public Schools includes Churchland High, Manor High, and I.C. Norcom High; Churchland is consistently among the city's top-performing high schools. Buyers looking for waterfront views without Virginia Beach prices often find Portsmouth's Olde Towne and Hodges Ferry areas particularly attractive. Browse every active Portsmouth listing below, refreshed every 5 minutes from the REIN MLS.
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Estimate your monthly payment
$1,268/moPrincipal & interest
$1,116
Property tax
$90
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 Prodigy Realty · MLS# 10617635
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$215,000
742 Mt Vernon AVE, PORTSMOUTH VA 23707
Portsmouth, Virginia 23707
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