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3beds
1baths
1,660sqft
8days on market

91 Nicholson St, Portsmouth, VA 23702

ActiveResidential · built 1954 · CRADOCK

Chapter · The Water

Life on the water

The waterfront is the reason this home exists. Its water record, straight from the listing: Ocean.

Frontage

Ocean ✓ VERIFIED

Source: REIN MLS listing record · waterfront features as listed

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1954

Price / sqft

$160

HOA

None

Taxes

$2,802/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10651733

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,660
Stories
1
Flooring
Carpet, Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
6
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Porch, Sun Room
Appliances
Dishwasher, Dryer Hookup, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Ranch
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Slab
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced
Waterfront
Ocean

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
CRADOCK
Zoning
RS-75
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
Driveway Spc
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

See more Portsmouth waterfront homes.

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

About this home

**Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Spacious Garage and Enclosed Front Porch**Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering **1600 sq ft** of comfortable living space. Freshly painted throughout, this home combines classic charm with modern convenience.Enjoy relaxing on the **wrap-around enclosed front porch**, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation.The **large poweerd garage** provides ample space for vehicles, hobbies, or storage, while the **fenced backyard** ensures privacy and a safe space for pets or outdoor entertaining. This home is ready for you to move in and make it your own--don't miss this opportunity to enjoy comfort, style, and pracitcality in one inviting package.

Listing courtesy of Tony Fitzgerald · Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs. · REIN MLS #10651733

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

by Tom & Dariya Milan, REALTORS® · Brokered by LPT Realty

At a glance

Meet 91 Nicholson Street in Portsmouth—a 1,660-square-foot, three-bedroom home built in 1954. You're just four minutes from Norfolk Naval Shipyard and steps from Paradise Creek. This is solid, straightforward living in a location that works.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23702, homes for sale zoned for Manor High School, and homes for sale zoned for Cradock Elementary School. Browse every listing among homes for sale in Portsmouth — updated from the REIN MLS every few minutes. Nearby, look at Brighton homes for sale, Portsmouth waterfront homes for sale, Portsmouth condos and townhomes for sale, and new construction homes in Portsmouth.

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Why this home stands out

The layout gives you three bedrooms and one bath across 1,660 square feet—practical space without excess. Built in 1954, the home carries mid-century bones and character. What really sets this address apart is the proximity: Norfolk Naval Shipyard is four minutes away, and Paradise Creek's waterfront access is literally a tenth of a mile out your door. That's rare for Portsmouth homes for sale at this price point.

CRADOCK and the Portsmouth real estate market

Portsmouth sits at the southern edge of Hampton Roads, where the Elizabeth River meets the harbor. The streets here blend working waterfront heritage with residential quiet. You'll find older, established neighborhoods with tree-lined blocks and homes that have stood for decades. Daily life centers on local shops, waterfront parks, and easy access to the bases that anchor the region. Getting around is straightforward: downtown Portsmouth is a short drive, and the shipyard commute is measured in minutes, not miles. If you're comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth, note that this zip code puts you near both Norfolk Naval Shipyard and USCG Base Portsmouth. The city itself is undergoing steady revitalization—new restaurants and shops are opening along the waterfront, while quieter residential blocks remain unchanged. Schools zoned for this address include those serving homes for sale zoned for Manor High School and homes for sale zoned for Cradock Elementary School.

What's nearby

Paradise Creek and Paradise Creek Nature Park sit just a tenth of a mile away—perfect for morning walks or weekend kayaking at the nearby launch. Groceries are close: Scott Center Annex Commissary is 0.6 miles, and a bp station sits at 0.7 miles. Dining options cluster nearby too—Geraldine's Kitchen and Darla's Seafood are both 0.7 miles away, with Burger King at the same distance. Coffee runs to Dunkin' take nine minutes on foot. Fitness facilities like Planet Fitness and Callaghan Gym and Fitness Center round out the everyday essentials within a mile.

For different buyers

Base commute and VA loan notes

Norfolk Naval Shipyard is four minutes away—one of the shortest commutes in the region. USCG Base Portsmouth adds another option at five minutes. VA loan financing is common in this zip code, and the home's age and condition support quick closing timelines. You're positioned for a straightforward move-in.

For first-time buyers

Three bedrooms and one bath give you solid room to start. The 1,660-square-foot layout is efficient without feeling cramped. Homes for sale in 23702 at this size and proximity to employment rarely sit long. The 1954 construction means you know what you're getting—no surprises, just honest bones.

More buyer questions

How far is 91 Nicholson Street from Norfolk Naval Shipyard?

About four minutes by car. USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes away, making this one of the closest residential addresses to both installations.

What's nearby for outdoor recreation?

Paradise Creek Nature Park and the kayak launch are a tenth of a mile away. You can walk there in two minutes and be on the water.

Are there grocery stores within walking distance?

Scott Center Annex Commissary is 0.6 miles away. A bp station sits at 0.7 miles, and additional options are within a mile.

When was this home built?

The house was built in 1954. It carries mid-century construction and has the solid bones typical of that era.

Does this address have dining and coffee nearby?

Yes. Geraldine's Kitchen, Darla's Seafood, and Burger King are all 0.7 miles away. Dunkin' is 0.9 miles, and Mariner's Reef Cafe is 1.0 mile.

Ready to explore this Portsmouth home? Reach out to Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty to schedule a walk-through today.

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Schools

VaHome School Score

Our own 1–10 rating, scored from Virginia Department of Education data.

VaHome School Score — calculated by VaHome.com from Virginia Department of Education assessment, progress, and attendance data. Attendance zones come from the MLS listing record; confirm the current zone with the school division before making an offer.

Flood & environment

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

Flood Risk (FEMA)

Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · FIRM 515529

Low / Moderate Risk

FEMA flood zone

X (low to moderate risk)

Base flood elevation

Not applicable in low-risk zones

Zone X is outside the Special Flood Hazard Area; FEMA doesn\u2019t define a BFE here.

Property elevation

9.1 ft above sea level

USGS 3DEP digital elevation model

Outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. Federal flood insurance is NOT required, though optional preferred-rate NFIP coverage is still worth considering in coastal Hampton Roads.

Data sources: Flood zone and base flood elevation come from FEMA\u2019s National Flood Hazard Layer. Property elevation is sampled from a single point on the parcel using the USGS National Map elevation service \u2014 actual elevations across a single property can vary by several feet higher or lower than the figure shown. Use these numbers as a starting reference and do your own due diligence (a professional survey or elevation certificate) before relying on them for any financial, insurance, or construction decision.

Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Brighton

Brighton is a neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia. It has tree-lined streets and a mix of home styles. They reflect the area's deep local roots.

$275K

Median sale · 12 mo

$171

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

19

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

$1,686/mo

Principal & interest

$1,375

Property tax

$234

Home insurance

$77

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

Judge value on real ground

Asking vs. assessment

117% of $225,970

City assessment record · taxes $2,802/yr

Land share of assessed value

27% — $61,150

Improvements $164,820 · assessor record ✓

Price context — similar nearby homes

$200,000 – $307,500

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.

87 Dahlgren AVE · 0.2 mi · 1,633 sqft$265,000 sold 2026-02
2 Kennedy Dr · 0.1 mi · 1,585 sqft$200,000 sold 2026-09
83 Channing AVE · 0.2 mi · 1,721 sqft$307,500 sold 2026-05

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$265,000

Price / Sq Ft

$160

Annual Taxes

$2,802

Monthly Tax

$234

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

1.06%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 2, 2026$265,000—
Currently listed—$265,000—

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

17% above assessment

Total Assessed

$225,970

Land

$61,150

Improvement

$164,820

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

8 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

Is 91 Nicholson 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 91 Nicholson 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 91 Nicholson St?+
Yes — Planet Fitness is about 0.8 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 91 Nicholson St?+
Paradise Creek Nature Park is about 0.2 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 91 Nicholson St?+
bp is about 0.6 miles away. The closest dining on record is Geraldine's Kitchen (0.6 mi).
Is 91 Nicholson St a waterfront property?+
Yes. The listing record shows: Ocean.
Does 91 Nicholson St have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 91 Nicholson St built?+
It was built in 1954, 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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91 Nicholson St, Portsmouth, Virginia 23702 · MLS #10651733 · 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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