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2beds
1baths
845sqft
0days on market

939 Hamilton Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707

New ListingResidential · built 1941 · MOUNT HERMON

Facts & features

Type

Residential

Year built

1941

Price / sqft

$254

HOA

None

Taxes

$1,929/yr

County

Portsmouth VA

MLS #

10652820

Interior

Bedrooms
2
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
845
Stories
1
Flooring
Laminate/LVP
First-floor bed & full bath
Yes
Total rooms
5
Other rooms
1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Foyer, Porch, Screened Porch
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Ceiling Fan

Construction & exterior

Style
Traditional
Subtype
Detached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Vinyl
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Chain Link,Partial

Utilities & systems

Heating
Forced Hot Air, Heat Pump, Nat Gas, Programmable Thermostat
Cooling
Central Air
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Lot size
0.1600
Subdivision
MOUNT HERMON
Zoning
UR
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Off Street
Possession
NEGOTIABLE
Miscellaneous
Rehabilitated
Disclosures
Disclosure Statement

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

About this home

Turnkey and totally reimagined, this Portsmouth 2-bedroom just got a top-to-bottom refresh, and it shows. This truly is a move-in ready home, carefully updated throughout with buyers in mind. Step inside to brand-new LVP flooring flowing through every room and fresh paint throughout. The fully renovated kitchen brings new cabinetry, granite countertops, and new appliances, while both bedrooms stay bright. The full bath is finished with a shower and tub combo, and out front, a screened-in porch adds instant charm beneath the home's crisp green, coastal-inspired siding. Out back, a detached garage with a new roof offers plenty of storage, along with a grassy yard and driveway and street parking. With the major updates already done, buyers can skip the worry of costly big-ticket replacements and enjoy easy, low-maintenance living for years to come. At 845 square feet, every inch here is fresh, functional, and ready to go, nothing to do but move in. Schedule your showing or swing by the open house, this one won't last.

Listing courtesy of Betsy Thompson · The Agency · REIN MLS #10652820

Tom & Dariya's overview

Our read on this home

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

At a glance

939 Hamilton Avenue is a 1941-built, 2-bedroom, 1-bath cottage in Portsmouth, Virginia — 845 square feet of classic character sitting four minutes from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, with parks, groceries, and local dining all within easy walking distance.

Keep searching in Portsmouth

See all Portsmouth homes for sale, including homes for sale in 23707, homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School, and homes for sale zoned for Waterview 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

What sets 939 Hamilton Avenue apart is its rare combination of walkable convenience and genuine proximity to two major installations. Franklin Circle Park is literally steps away, three specialty grocers are within a third of a mile, and both Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are reachable in under five minutes by car. For a home of this footprint, the surrounding infrastructure is quietly exceptional.

MOUNT HERMON and the Portsmouth real estate market

Hamilton Avenue sits inside a tight-knit residential pocket of Portsmouth — a city that rewards the people who take time to know it. Portsmouth is one of the original seven cities of Hampton Roads, and the streets near 939 carry that history in their bones: compact lots, mature trees, and homes that were built to last. The broader area blends working waterfront character with genuine neighborhood warmth. Residents here tend to know their neighbors, walk to grab coffee, and appreciate that daily errands rarely require a highway. If you are comparing homes for sale in Portsmouth, this corridor offers something that newer subdivisions simply cannot replicate — an established sense of place. The city itself sits across the Elizabeth River from Norfolk, connected by the Downtown Tunnel and the Midtown Tunnel, which keeps the rest of Hampton Roads well within reach on any given day.

What's nearby

Day-to-day life from 939 Hamilton Avenue is refreshingly low-effort. Franklin Circle Park is 0.1 miles away — a genuine front-yard-adjacent green space — and Florida Park and Maryview Park are both within a short walk. Grab groceries at Fast 5 Grocery & Deli, A & A Seafood Market, or Bean Oriental Grocery, all within 0.4 miles. Twisted Pig Ale & Smokehouse and Cooper's Restaurant and Lounge are both under a third of a mile for dinner out. Morning coffee is covered by ZandyLu Brew & Bakery and Corner Cafe at 0.6 miles each. For fitness, DCo, Sports Performance House, and Zenya Yoga Studio are all within a mile.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Four minutes to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and five to USCG Base Portsmouth — the commute math here is hard to argue with. For service members and medical staff looking to minimize drive time, 939 Hamilton Avenue lands in one of the most base-adjacent residential pockets in the city. VA loan eligibility can make a home like this even more accessible for qualifying buyers.

For first-time buyers

If you are weighing homes for sale in 23707, 939 Hamilton Avenue offers a genuine entry point into Portsmouth homeownership — a 1941 cottage with real bones, two bedrooms, a full bath, and a walkable block where parks and groceries are already part of the routine. It is the kind of address that lets a first purchase feel like a real neighborhood, not just a transaction.

More buyer questions

How far is 939 Hamilton Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

The drive is approximately 4 minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential streets to the medical center in Portsmouth.

How far is 939 Hamilton Avenue from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about 5 minutes by car from 939 Hamilton Avenue, giving Coast Guard personnel a very short daily commute.

What is the flood zone status for 939 Hamilton Avenue?

Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — review that section for the most current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.

Are there parks within walking distance of 939 Hamilton Avenue?

Yes — Franklin Circle Park is just 0.1 miles away, Florida Park is 0.2 miles, and Maryview Park is 0.3 miles, giving residents three walkable green spaces within a few blocks.

Where can families find homes for sale zoned for Churchland High School and homes for sale zoned for Waterview Elementary School?

Both school-zone searches are active on vahome.com — use the school-zone filter to browse available addresses within each attendance boundary in Portsmouth.

Ready to see 939 Hamilton Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan know this Portsmouth market well — reach out and they will set up a showing around your schedule.

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Schools

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Flood & environment

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

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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.

$283K

Median sale · 12 mo

$181

Sold $/sq ft

22d

Days on market

18

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

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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

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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

$1,339/mo

Principal & interest

$1,116

Property tax

$161

Home insurance

$63

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

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Price context — similar nearby homes

$60,000 – $252,500

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.

218 Castlewood RD · 2.6 mi · 864 sqft$136,000 sold 2026-03
23 Emmons PL · 2.8 mi · 850 sqft$60,000 sold 2026-04
804 Dorset AVE · 2.5 mi · 900 sqft$252,500 sold 2026-09

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Sale & Tax History

List Price

$215,000

Price / Sq Ft

$254

Annual Taxes

$1,929

Monthly Tax

$161

HOA

None

Tax Rate (effective)

0.90%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedSep 10, 2026$215,000—
Currently listed—$215,000—

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.

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Market tempo

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Questions buyers ask

Is 939 Hamilton Ave in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Waterview Elementary (VaHome School Score 1.4/10), Churchland Middle (VaHome School Score 2.7/10), Churchland (VaHome School Score 5.9/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 939 Hamilton Ave 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.
Does 939 Hamilton Ave have an HOA?+
No — there are no HOA, condo, or association dues on the listing record for this property.
When was 939 Hamilton Ave built?+
It was built in 1941, per the listing record.

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939 Hamilton Ave, Portsmouth, Virginia 23707 · MLS #10652820 · 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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