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Sold for $555,000
    • $555,000

    497 North St, Portsmouth, VA 23704

    6beds
    3,200sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1898
    3,833 Square Feet Lot
    $591,300 Zestimate®
    $173/sqft
    $3,173 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $591,300

    $562,000 - $621,000

    $3,173/mo

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    What's special

    This remarkable 1898 Victorian Home, located in the heart of Olde Towne, offers a unique blend of historic charm & modern conveniences. As a Former The Mermaids Porch Bed & Breakfast, this house offers versatile options for its use. Features include imported Swarovski, Turkish, & Rhodium crystal chandeliers, original crown moldings, 4 fireplaces (1 gas-1 wood-2 decorative), and heart maple hardwood floors throughout. Outdoor spaces include 2 covered porches, covered balcony, deck, brick patio w/Hot Tub, prewired for an EV Charger. Renovations, early 2000s include a remodeled eat-in kitchen & bathrooms. 2012 updates include appliances, granite counters, electrical & plumbing, storm windows, hot water boiler, attic radiant barrier, new sewer drain. whole house Generac 22k generator, gutters w/leaf guards, and a 50-year premium architectural roof. 2014 new foundation pillars with footers & in 2022 exterior painting. Current flood insurance $1,200. This property boasts a rich history. 2024-06-11

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    Norfolk Office

    Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Towne Realty Solds,MLS#: 10505751

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 5
    • Full bathrooms: 5
    Features
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,200
    • Total interior livable area: 3,200 sqft

    Property

    Lot
    • Size: 3,833 Square Feet
    Details
    • Parcel number: 00080240

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1898

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Portsmouth

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $173/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $549,430
    • Annual tax amount: $6,813
    • Date on market: 5/2/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/1/2024Sold$555,000-2.5%$173/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    4/23/2024Contingent$569,000$178/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10505751 Report a problem
    10/6/2023Listed for sale$569,000-1.6%$178/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10505751 Report a problem
    9/22/2023Listing removed$578,000$181/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10482171 Report a problem
    9/7/2023Price change$578,000-0.2%$181/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10482171 Report a problem
    7/24/2023Price change$579,000-0.8%$181/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10482171 Report a problem
    5/15/2023Price change$583,900-2.5%$182/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10482171 Report a problem
    4/14/2023Listed for sale$598,900+37.7%$187/sqft
    Source: REIN Inc. #10482171 Report a problem
    8/14/2012Sold$435,000-6.5%$136/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    6/21/2012Price change$465,000-6.9%$145/sqft
    Source: Rose & Womble Realty Co. LLC #1216266 Report a problem
    5/10/2012Price change$499,500-0.1%$156/sqft
    Source: Rose & Womble Realty Co. LLC #1216266 Report a problem
    5/5/2012Price change$499,900-11.5%$156/sqft
    Source: Rose & Womble Realty Co. LLC #1216266 Report a problem
    4/28/2012Listed for sale$565,000+338%$177/sqft
    Source: Rose & Womble Realty Co. LLC #1216266 Report a problem
    2/2/1999Sold$129,000$40/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,813 +11.5%$549,430 +10.6%
    2024$6,113 -0.4%$496,990 +1.3%
    2023$6,135 +4.3%$490,820 +8.5%
    2022$5,880 +1.4%$452,290 +1.4%
    2021$5,800 +1.9%$446,120 +1.9%
    2019$5,689 $437,650
    2018$5,689 $437,650
    2017$5,689 -1.9%$437,650
    2016$5,800 +7.2%$437,650 +5.2%
    2015$5,409 +2.4%$416,060
    2014$5,284 $416,060
    2013$5,284 +25.3%$416,060 +25.3%
    2012$4,216 $331,950
    2011$4,216 +2.4%$331,950
    2010$4,116 -14.9%$331,950 -14.9%
    2009$4,839 +2.5%$390,280
    2008$4,722 -9.9%$390,280 -6.2%
    2007$5,241 +2%$415,920 +10.1%
    2006$5,137 +34.7%$377,710 +42.6%
    2005$3,815 +17.7%$264,900 +18.6%
    2004$3,240 +24.4%$223,420 +21.8%
    2003$2,605 +6.4%$183,420 +6.4%
    2002$2,447 +3.4%$172,350 +3.4%
    2001$2,368 $166,740
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