Timeless character and comfort with this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom traditional home located in the heart of downtown Portsmouth. This older home offers classic appeal with modern updates, making it a great blend of charm and convenience. Enjoy peace of mind with a brand-new HVAC system and an updated security system, providing comfort and security for years to come. This home features a welcoming porch, perfect for relaxing mornings or quiet evenings, along with a fully fenced yard ideal for outdoor entertaining, pets or play. Conveniently located just minutes from shopping, dining, entertainment, and the exciting Rivers Casino. This property offers easy access to everything you need while maintaining the warmth of traditional neighborhood feel.
Under contract
Price cut: $4.9K (7/2)
$250,000
1238 Marshall Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
4beds
1,800sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,640/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
-- sqft lot
$249,900 Zestimate®
$139/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brand-new hvac systemWelcoming porchUpdated security system
- 84 days |
- 340 |
- 32 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Fred Jackson,
BHHS RW Towne Realty 757-549-2000
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10634923
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Laminate/LVP, Vinyl
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Scuttle
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Front Yard,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 00931560
- Zoning: RESIDENT
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Prentis Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $139/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $216,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,687
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
Estimated market value
$249,900
$237,000 - $262,000
$2,265/mo
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,687 +1.8% | $216,700 +1% |
| 2024 | $2,640 +5.6% | $214,600 +7.4% |
| 2023 | $2,499 +20.3% | $199,900 +25.1% |
| 2022 | $2,077 +5.8% | $159,760 +5.8% |
| 2021 | $1,963 +5.9% | $150,990 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $1,853 | $142,550 |
| 2018 | $1,853 +3.8% | $142,550 +3.8% |
| 2017 | $1,785 -5.9% | $137,300 |
| 2016 | $1,896 +6.2% | $137,300 |
| 2015 | $1,785 +2.4% | $137,300 |
| 2014 | $1,744 | $137,300 |
| 2013 | $1,744 | $137,300 |
| 2012 | $1,744 -3.7% | $137,300 -3.7% |
| 2011 | $1,810 -1.2% | $142,550 -3.6% |
| 2010 | $1,833 -3.3% | $147,800 -3.3% |
| 2009 | $1,894 +2.5% | $152,780 |
| 2008 | $1,849 +2.2% | $152,780 +6.4% |
| 2007 | $1,809 +24.3% | $143,550 +34.1% |
| 2006 | $1,456 +11.7% | $107,030 +18.3% |
| 2005 | $1,303 +13.2% | $90,510 +14% |
| 2004 | $1,151 +13.1% | $79,400 +10.8% |
| 2003 | $1,018 +5.2% | $71,690 +5.2% |
| 2002 | $967 +3.2% | $68,130 +3.2% |
| 2001 | $938 | $66,040 |
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Neighborhood: Brighton
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Douglass Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 1.4 mi
- 2/10Cradock Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Manor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brighton Elementary
- Middle: Cradock Middle
- High: IC Norcom
Source: REIN Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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