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  • $135,000

    521 Beacon Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23702

    3beds
    864sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1948
    0.44 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $156/sqft
    $1,671 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    Manageable footprintSingle-level layout
    This cozy 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-family ranch in the heart of Portsmouth offers a wonderful opportunity to create a home that truly reflects your vision. With 864 sq ft of living space, the manageable footprint makes updates approachable while still providing comfortable living areas. The home needs some TLC, making it ideal for buyers eager to customize, renovate, or invest in a property with room to grow. Nestled on a generous 0.44-acre lot, the expansive lot offers plenty of outdoor space for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the open setting. Whether you’re a first-time buyer looking for a project, a downsizer seeking a single-level layout, or an investor searching for potential, this ranch delivers charm, opportunity, and endless possibilities. Call today for more information and to schedule your tour!

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    Listed by:

    Jonathan Melvin,

    Benham Real Estate LLC 757-354-4080,

    Melissa Melvin,

    Benham Real Estate LLC

    Bought with:

    Steven Cromedy

    Reeds Real Estate LLC

    Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10618600MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: None, Gas Water Heater
    Features
    • Flooring: Vinyl
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 864 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Garage Det 1 Car
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Pool features: None
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
    • Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
    Lot
    • Size: 0.44 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 05070170
    • Zoning: UR
    • Special conditions: Bank Repo,Govt Owned

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Other
    • Foundation: Slab
    • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1948

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City/County
    • Water: City/County

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Portsmouth
    • Subdivision: Highland Biltmore

    HOA & financial

    HOA
    • Has HOA: No

    Price history

    Price history is unavailable.

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$2,640 +2.3%$212,930 +1.5%
    2024$2,581 +0.3%$209,830 +1.9%
    2023$2,574 +12.4%$205,950 +16.8%
    2022$2,291 +27.3%$176,260 +27.3%
    2021$1,800 +7.7%$138,430 +7.7%
    2019$1,671 +1.8%$128,540 +1.8%
    2018$1,641 +7.3%$126,210 +7.3%
    2017$1,529 -6.8%$117,590
    2016$1,640 +8.5%$117,590 +1.2%
    2015$1,511 +2.4%$116,220
    2014$1,476 $116,220
    2013$1,476 +9.9%$116,220 +9.9%
    2012$1,343 -1.6%$105,720 -1.6%
    2011$1,364 -0.2%$107,420 -2.6%
    2010$1,367 -5.1%$110,240 -5.1%
    2009$1,440 +2.5%$116,170
    2008$1,406 +8.2%$116,170 +12.6%
    2007$1,300 +8.2%$103,140 +16.8%
    2006$1,201 +13.2%$88,280 +19.9%
    2005$1,060 +12.2%$73,640 +13%
    2004$945 +10.3%$65,180 +8%
    2003$857 +2.3%$60,330 +2.3%
    2002$837 +1.1%$58,950 +1.1%
    2001$828 $58,320

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: Highlands

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Elementary: Victory 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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