Step into this fully updated home in the heart of Portsmouth historic Shea Terrace. This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom property offers modern amenities with classic charm, perfect for families or professionals looking for a cozy place to call home. This property combines modern convenience with timeless charm perfect for families, professionals, or anyone looking for a comfortable and functional space to call home.
Property Features:
4 Spacious Bedrooms
2 Full Bathrooms featuring modern finishes
Fully Renovated Attic Loft ideal for an office, playroom, or additional storage
Open-Concept eat in kitchen Kitchen
Bright Living & Dining Areas with large windows offering natural light
Central Heating & Cooling for year-round comfort
Washer/Dryer Included for hassle-free laundry
Fenced Backyard perfect for outdoor activities, kids or entertaining
Additional Closet Space throughout for extra storage
Driveway Parking with additional on-street parking
Location Highlights:
Centrally located near downtown Portsmouth, shops, and restaurants
Easy access to I-264, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, and Olde Towne
Close to local schools, parks, and recreational areas
Short commute to Norfolk and Virginia Beach
Renter pays their own utilities. No pets allowed. No smoking
Sold for $193,000
$193,000
256 Constitution Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704
4beds
2,418sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
-- sqft lot
$284,600 Zestimate®
$80/sqft
$2,126 Estimated rent
Home value
$284,600
$236,000 - $330,000
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Fully updated homeClassic charmTimeless charmModern convenienceModern amenities
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: []
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 2,418 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Detached, Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Heating system: Forced Air
Details
- Parcel number: 00740700
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Community
- Deposit fee: $2,500
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $80/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $317,020
- Annual tax amount: $3,931
- Date on market: 11/3/2024
- Date available: 11/03/2024
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2024 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 11/3/2024 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 6/17/2024 | Sold | $193,000$80/sqft |
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| 3/6/2024 | Contingent | $193,000$80/sqft |
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| 2/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $193,000-23.6%$80/sqft |
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| 5/1/2023 | Sold | $252,670-15.8%$104/sqft |
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| 10/3/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/30/2021 | Listed for sale | $300,000$124/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/3/2021 | Listed for sale | $300,000+20.5%$124/sqft |
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| 3/1/2021 | Sold | $249,000$103/sqft |
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| 1/17/2021 | Listed for sale | $249,000+154.1%$103/sqft |
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| 8/3/1999 | Sold | $98,000$41/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,931 +4.4% | $317,020 +3.5% |
| 2024 | $3,767 +5.3% | $306,240 +7% |
| 2023 | $3,578 +13.7% | $286,240 +18.2% |
| 2022 | $3,148 +8.6% | $242,170 +8.6% |
| 2021 | $2,900 +9.5% | $223,060 +9.5% |
| 2019 | $2,649 | $203,780 |
| 2018 | $2,649 | $203,780 |
| 2017 | $2,649 -2.3% | $203,780 +1.9% |
| 2016 | $2,712 +4.3% | $200,060 |
| 2015 | $2,601 +2.4% | $200,060 |
| 2014 | $2,541 | $200,060 |
| 2013 | $2,541 | $200,060 |
| 2012 | $2,541 -5.2% | $200,060 -5.2% |
| 2011 | $2,681 +1.1% | $211,130 -1.3% |
| 2010 | $2,652 | $213,890 |
| 2009 | $2,652 +2.5% | $213,890 |
| 2008 | $2,588 +11.1% | $213,890 +15.7% |
| 2007 | $2,329 +4.4% | $184,850 +12.7% |
| 2006 | $2,231 +24.2% | $164,070 +31.6% |
| 2005 | $1,796 +13% | $124,720 +13.7% |
| 2004 | $1,590 +14.3% | $109,650 +11.9% |
| 2003 | $1,391 +3.6% | $97,950 +3.6% |
| 2002 | $1,343 +4% | $94,570 +4% |
| 2001 | $1,291 | $90,920 |
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Neighborhood: Shea Terrace
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