Opportunity awaits on Elm Street in the heart of Portsmouth! This 1930s duplex is packed with original character and ready for a full transformation. Featuring classic architectural details from a bygone era, this property offers the chance to restore and reimagine a true piece of history. This two-unit home sits on a spacious lot and has endless potential for renovation, rental income, or a complete redevelopment project. With solid bones and vintage charm, the possibilities are wide open for the right buyer with vision.Conveniently located near downtown, shipyards, and major commuter routes, this property is perfectly positioned for future value growth. Sold strictly as-is. Cash or rehab financing only. Bring your contractor and your imagination—the rewards could be substantial!
Under contract
$120,000
1925 Elm Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
--beds
--baths
1,800sqft
:
Get pre-qualifiedN/A
Duplex
Built in 1934
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$67/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious lotVintage charmClassic architectural details
- 98 days |
- 27 |
- 1 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kalynn Wachs,
Real Broker LLC 855-450-0442
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10630012
Facts & features
Interior
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
Property
Features
- Fencing: None
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Parcel number: 00710080
- Zoning: URH
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Other
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1934
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Prentis Park
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $67/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $222,040
- Annual tax amount: $2,753
- Date on market: 4/16/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,496/mo
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,753 +0.8% | $222,040 |
| 2024 | $2,731 +1.8% | $222,040 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $2,684 +12% | $214,730 +16.5% |
| 2022 | $2,396 +15.9% | $184,300 +15.9% |
| 2021 | $2,068 +9.4% | $159,040 +9.4% |
| 2019 | $1,890 | $145,400 |
| 2018 | $1,890 +4.4% | $145,400 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $1,811 -5.8% | $139,310 |
| 2016 | $1,922 +6.1% | $139,310 0% |
| 2015 | $1,812 +2.4% | $139,350 |
| 2014 | $1,770 | $139,350 |
| 2013 | $1,770 | $139,350 |
| 2012 | $1,770 -4.2% | $139,350 -4.2% |
| 2011 | $1,847 -1.7% | $145,450 -4% |
| 2010 | $1,879 -7.1% | $151,540 -7.1% |
| 2009 | $2,023 +2.5% | $163,110 |
| 2008 | $1,974 +1.6% | $163,110 +5.8% |
| 2007 | $1,942 +21.9% | $154,140 +31.6% |
| 2006 | $1,593 +9.7% | $117,130 +16.1% |
| 2005 | $1,453 +13.6% | $100,870 +14.4% |
| 2004 | $1,278 +210.9% | $88,170 +204.5% |
| 2003 | $411 -42.8% | $28,960 -42.8% |
| 2002 | $719 +4.5% | $50,610 +4.5% |
| 2001 | $687 | $48,410 |
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Neighborhood: Prentis Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Brighton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Cradock Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 3/10Manor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.9 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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