5 days on market
$525,000
159 Yorkshire Rd
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
MLS# 10634750 · GREEN LAKES · Portsmouth VA
Updated 5 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,357/mo
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Price / sq ft
$183
2,866 sq ft
Days on market
5
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1975
51 yrs old
Beds
6
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Sq Ft
2,866
Garage
Yes
About this home
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained and spacious 6 bedroom, 3 bath lakefront colonial, perfectly situated on a large, serene lot offering peaceful views and exceptional outdoor living. The open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area is filled with abundant natural light. A gas fireplace with built-in shelving in the living room creates a warm, cozy space for relaxing or entertaining. The first floor bedroom…
Listed by Richard Febus · Next Chapter VA Realty Inc
VaHome Team property overview
159 Yorkshire Road is a six-bedroom, three-bath home in Portsmouth, Virginia, offering nearly 2,900 square feet of living space built in 1975. Two major military installations are each about eleven minutes away, and everyday essentials are within a short walk or drive.
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Why this home stands out
Six bedrooms under one roof is genuinely rare at this square footage, and 159 Yorkshire Road delivers exactly that. Whether you need dedicated home-office space, room for extended family, or simply the flexibility that extra bedrooms bring, the layout here gives you options that most homes in this size range simply can't match. Three full baths mean morning routines don't turn into a scheduling conflict, either.
GREEN LAKES and the Portsmouth real estate market
Portsmouth sits on the southern bank of the Elizabeth River, directly across from Norfolk, and it carries a distinct personality — older tree-lined streets, a working waterfront history, and a community that knows its neighbors. The Yorkshire Road corridor lands in a part of Portsmouth that captures the difference between suburban and urban living in an interesting way: you're close enough to city amenities to feel connected, yet the street itself has the quieter, residential rhythm of a neighborhood where people actually put down roots. Portsmouth is part of Hampton Roads, a metro region of nearly 1.8 million people, so culture, dining, and employment are never far. The city is served by its own transit network and sits at the crossroads of several major interstates, making commutes in almost any direction manageable. For military households, Portsmouth's position between two major installations makes it one of the more strategically located cities in the region.
What's nearby
Daily errands are easy from 159 Yorkshire Road. A Food Lion is just 0.6 miles away for full grocery runs, and a Dollar General a mile out handles quick fill-in trips. When you'd rather someone else do the cooking, Onyx 757 Restaurant & Lounge, Yaadvybz Bikkle, and Just Say PLS Cafe are all within 0.4 miles — a walkable dinner lineup by any measure. A 7-Eleven at the same distance covers coffee and convenience. Greenlawn Memorial Gardens is 0.4 miles out for a quiet outdoor break, and Hodges Manor Park at 0.7 miles offers more active green space. Spirit Enhancers All Stars gym rounds things out at under a mile.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and Norfolk Naval Shipyard are each about eleven minutes from 159 Yorkshire Road — a commute that matters when duty hours are unpredictable. Six bedrooms give military families the space to host visiting family, set up a dedicated workspace for remote duties, or simply spread out after a long deployment. Portsmouth is well-regarded among service members for its proximity to both installations, and VA loan eligibility makes a home of this size even more attainable.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you playing bedroom Tetris, 159 Yorkshire Road is worth a serious look. Six bedrooms and three full baths across nearly 2,900 square feet means everyone gets their own space — kids, guests, a home office, a hobby room — without anyone feeling crowded. Built in 1975, the bones are established, and the lot gives you outdoor room to grow into as well. Portsmouth's central Hampton Roads location keeps the whole family connected to work, parks, and everyday life.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 159 Yorkshire Road from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 11 minutes by car from 159 Yorkshire Road, making it one of the more convenient addresses in the city for staff and service members assigned there.
How far is 159 Yorkshire Road from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?
Norfolk Naval Shipyard is also about 11 minutes away, so households with a service member assigned to either installation can reach both without a significant commute.
What is the lot and property size at 159 Yorkshire Road?
The home offers 2,866 square feet of living space across six bedrooms and three full baths, built in 1975 on a residential lot in Portsmouth, Virginia 23701.
Is 159 Yorkshire Road 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 for the most accurate and up-to-date designation.
Where are the nearest grocery stores to 159 Yorkshire Road?
A Food Lion is just 0.6 miles away and a Dollar General is about 1.0 mile out, so routine grocery trips are quick and close to home.
Ready to walk through 159 Yorkshire Road in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Portsmouth well — reach out and let's set up a tour.
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Location & Neighborhood
Location & Street View
159 Yorkshire RD, Portsmouth
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
6
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
0
Approx Sq Ft
2,866
Stories
2
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$525,000
Price / Sq Ft
$183
Annual Taxes
$5,762
Monthly Tax
$480
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.10%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 14, 2026 | $525,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $525,000 | — |
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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
$3,357/moPrincipal & interest
$2,724
Property tax
$480
Home insurance
$153
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 Next Chapter VA Realty Inc · MLS# 10634750
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$525,000
159 Yorkshire RD, PORTSMOUTH VA 23701
Portsmouth, Virginia 23701
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