For sale

$245,000

3513 Commonwealth Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23707

3beds

1,161sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1942

-- sqft lot

$247,300 Zestimate^®

$211/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Charming Corner-Lot Home with Endless Potential! This delightful residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, charm, and opportunity. The exterior features a fully fenced-in yard, a paved driveway, and a carport for hassle-free parking.Inside, gorgeous flooring flows seamlessly through the inviting living room and dining spaces. Two comfortable bedrooms share a well-appointed Jack-and-Jill bathroom, while a lovely sunroom provides a serene retreat for relaxation. One of the property's standout features is the generously sized finished attic, a versatile flex space poised to become an additional bedroom, media room, or creative studio. An exceptional opportunity for first-time buyers or investors seeking a strong rental asset, this home is ready to welcome you.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: 1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Sun Room

Primary bedroom

Level: First

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Laminate/LVP
Basement: Crawl Space
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total interior livable area: 1,161 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Carport, Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway
Has carport: Yes
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Two
Stories: 2
Pool features: None
Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced
Waterfront features: Not Waterfront

Details

Parcel number: 03300730
Zoning: UR
Special conditions: Owner Agent

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Cape Cod
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Asphalt Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1942

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: City/County
Water: City/County

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Westhaven Park

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Portsmouth

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $211/sqft
Tax assessed value: $144,250
Annual tax amount: $1,419
Date on market: 6/29/2026

Estimated market value

$247,300

$235,000 - $260,000

$1,879/mo

Price history

Price history is unavailable.

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,789 +2%	$144,250 +1.2%
2024	$1,754 +6.7%	$142,580 +8.4%
2023	$1,644 +11.6%	$131,480 +16.1%
2022	$1,473 -5.1%	$113,290 -5.1%
2021	$1,553 +9.4%	$119,430 +9.4%
2019	$1,419 +5.7%	$109,130 +5.7%
2018	$1,342	$103,260
2017	$1,342 -7.6%	$103,260
2016	$1,453 +10.6%	$103,260 +2.2%
2015	$1,314 +2.4%	$101,060
2014	$1,283	$101,060
2013	$1,283	$101,060
2012	$1,283 +25%	$101,060 +41.7%
2005	$1,027 +12.7%	$71,320 +13.5%
2004	$911 +12.1%	$62,820 +9.7%
2003	$813 +4.1%	$57,250 +4.1%
2002	$781 +4.6%	$54,980 +4.6%
2001	$746	$52,560

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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