Western Branch Homes for Sale in Portsmouth, VA
Western Branch is a residential neighborhood in Portsmouth, Virginia, characterized by tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes reflecting various architectural styles and periods. The area offers a quieter, more suburban feel while remaining conveniently positioned within the broader Portsmouth community. The neighborhood benefits from established infrastructure and a sense of residential stability.
52 homes for sale in Western Branch right now.
“The Portsmouth side of Western Branch shares the same established, tree-lined character as its Chesapeake neighbor at often friendlier price points. Verify the city on the tax record before you compare listings — two homes a street apart can sit in different cities here, and the numbers that matter follow the boundary.”
52
Active Listings
$532,450
Median List Price
$193
Avg. $ / Sq. Ft.
43
Avg. Days on Market
3d ago
Newest Listing
Live from the REIN MLS, refreshed continuously. Stats reflect active for-sale inventory in Western Branch.
Neighborhood107
Sold · last 12 mo
$400,000
Median sale price
$202
Median sold $/sq ft
33
Median days on market
$850,000
3315 Tyre Neck RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$661,900
2213 Nantucket AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$649,900
2217 Nantucket AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$638,553
2209 HAMPTON ROADS PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$609,900
MM Myrtle II NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$609,900
2223 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$599,900
MM Camellia w/ Sunroom NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$599,900
2215 Nantucket AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$596,900
2211 Nantucket AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$585,000
3120 Deans CT, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$585,000
3303 Arboretum Trl NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$584,900
2202 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$584,900
2208 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$579,005
2211 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$570,000
5004 Cape May LOOP, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$565,900
MM Carter (5 bed) NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$564,900
5103 Annapolis DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$558,900
MM Carter NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$554,718
2207 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
MM Sycamore NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
2205 Hampton RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$550,900
2206 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$548,500
4021 Cory LN, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,900
MM Myrtle NONE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,900
2204 Wilmington AVE, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$539,900
2216 Hampton Roads PW, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$525,000
5000 Corolla DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$525,000
5041 Queen ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$525,000
5036 Queen ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$520,000
5101 James ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$485,000
5132 Charlotte ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$475,000
4921 Clifton ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$457,195
4706 Mahogany RN, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$457,195
4609 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$449,900
4607 Longleaf PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$447,340
4704 Mahogany RN, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$424,900
3106 Lantern PL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$400,000
4908 Portsmouth BLVD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$310,500
2409 Leytonstone DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$305,000
2453 Leytonstone DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$284,000
2806 Baldwin DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$280,000
2704 Faulkner DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$246,640
4332 Hillingdon BND #106, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$225,000
4332 Hillingdon BND #205, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$220,000
4316 Hillingdon BND #305, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$75,000
4999 Clifton ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$9,900
3509 Sigmon DR, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$3,300
3327 Reserve TRL, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$3,200
3100 Merrimac CT, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$3,000
5205 Pughsville RD, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$2,650
4314 Midhurst LN, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
$2,200
5109 James ST, CHESAPEAKE VA 23321
Chesapeake, Virginia 23321
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Living in Western Branch
Residents of Western Branch enjoy access to local parks and green spaces that support outdoor recreation and community gathering. The neighborhood supports a traditional suburban lifestyle with nearby shopping, dining, and service options within reasonable distance. Daily life here centers around family-friendly amenities and the accessibility that comes with Portsmouth's road networks.
Western Branch appeals to homebuyers seeking established neighborhoods with solid housing stock and room for both families and professionals. The area represents a practical choice for those looking to settle in Portsmouth with homes at various price points. Properties here attract buyers valuing accessibility, residential character, and community connectivity.
What Western Branch homes actually sell for
Computed from REIN MLS closed sales over the trailing 12 months — updates with every MLS sync, not a third-party monthly aggregate.
$400,000
Median sale price · 12 mo
107 closed sales
$202
Median sold $ / sq ft
closed sales with recorded sq ft
33 days
Median days on market
for homes that closed
$2K–$850K
Active listing range
52 on the market today
| Property type | Sold · 12 mo | Median sale price |
|---|---|---|
| Detached homes | 52 | $540,900 |
| Townhomes & condos | 55 | $288,000 |
Source: REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 months, computed by VaHome.
What buyers should know
Neutral counts from the 281 Western Branch homes VaHome has mapped against federal and state hazard layers — shown the same way for every neighborhood.
0%
of mapped homes sit in FEMA high-risk flood zones
X · 280 · AE · 1
0 of 290
mapped homes inside a Navy jet-noise (AICUZ) contour
Every VaHome listing shows its exact noise zone and Accident Potential Zone.
Zone D
hurricane evacuation zone
Va. Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone.
Sources: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer · U.S. Navy AICUZ via city GIS · Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management.
Census profile of the Western Branch area
$95,232
Median household income
38
Median age
72%
Owner-occupied households
40%
Bachelor's degree or higher
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2024 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024), census-tract level for the Western Branch area. Shown identically for every neighborhood.
Bases & commutes
Straight-line distances from the center of Western Branch. Every listing page shows live drive times with traffic.
Listings & market data updated September 2026 · Live REIN MLS data
About 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 2 minutes from the REIN MLS.
Schools serving Portsmouth
Browse Portsmouth homes by PPS attendance zone. Zoning is assigned by address and can change — always confirm a specific home’s zoned schools with the school division.
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