Welcome to 505 Howard Street in Portsmouth! This beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom brick ranch offers the perfect blend of classic charm and modern upgrades. Step inside to find a brand new kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, and modern fixtures. New flooring flows throughout the home, complemented by freshly renovated bathrooms and fresh paint from top to bottom. The layout provides comfortable living, while the generous backyard offers plenty of room for entertaining, pets, or endless possibilities. Move in with peace of mind knowing the major cosmetic updates have already been completed. This one is truly turnkey and ready for its new owner.
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$254,000
505 Howard St, Portsmouth, VA 23707
3beds
1,003sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
6,098 Square Feet Lot
$259,200 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$1,905 Estimated rent
Home value
$259,200
$223,000 - $301,000
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Modern fixturesUpdated cabinetryGenerous backyardFreshly renovated bathroomsBrand new kitchenStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Ashley Blake,
Own Real Estate LLC 757-354-4080
Bought with:
Kristen Boyd
Next Chapter VA Realty Inc
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10623217
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Utility Room
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Laminate/LVP, Other
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,003 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Privacy,Wood,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
- Frontage length: 59
Lot
- Size: 6,098 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 105 x 59
Details
- Parcel number: 01900240
- Zoning: URH
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Mount Hermon
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $253/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $155,850
- Annual tax amount: $1,933
- Date on market: 3/3/2026
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,933 +3.7% | $155,850 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $1,864 +5.3% | $151,570 +7% |
| 2023 | $1,770 +14.4% | $141,600 +19% |
| 2022 | $1,547 +11.7% | $119,030 +11.7% |
| 2021 | $1,385 +2.2% | $106,540 +2.2% |
| 2019 | $1,355 | $104,220 |
| 2018 | $1,355 | $104,220 |
| 2017 | $1,355 -7.6% | $104,220 |
| 2016 | $1,466 +8.2% | $104,220 |
| 2015 | $1,355 +2.4% | $104,220 |
| 2014 | $1,324 -14.9% | $104,220 -14.9% |
| 2013 | $1,555 | $122,470 |
| 2012 | $1,555 | $122,470 |
| 2011 | $1,555 -1.3% | $122,470 -3.7% |
| 2010 | $1,576 +3.8% | $127,110 +3.8% |
| 2009 | $1,519 +2.5% | $122,470 |
| 2008 | $1,482 +1% | $122,470 +5.2% |
| 2007 | $1,467 +29.3% | $116,400 +39.5% |
| 2006 | $1,134 +9% | $83,420 +15.5% |
| 2005 | $1,040 +13.3% | $72,250 +14.1% |
| 2004 | $918 +10.8% | $63,340 +8.5% |
| 2003 | $829 +5.6% | $58,380 +5.6% |
| 2002 | $785 +2% | $55,280 +2% |
| 2001 | $769 | $54,170 |
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Neighborhood: Mt. Herman
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Westhaven Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Wm. E. Waters Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.8 mi
- 2/10I.C. Norcom High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Westhaven Elementary
- Middle: William E. Waters 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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