$3,086 Closing Credit¹
#10583411, Alex Smith, Listing Office: Keller Williams Realty Twn Ctr
$260,000 List price
12 Benton Ave Portsmouth, VA 23702
$3,088
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,095 sqft
$237 / sqft
House
Property details
About 12 Benton Ave
Don’t miss this charming and spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home—perfectly designed for comfortable living and entertaining! Inside, you’ll find generous living areas and a well-equipped kitchen with all appliances included: refrigerator, dishwasher, washer, and dryer. Step outside to enjoy a huge fully fenced backyard, ideal for gatherings, playtime, or relaxing evenings under the stars.Located just minutes from Rivers Casino, the shipyard, Naval Hospital, and vibrant Downtown Portsmouth, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and comfort.Schedule your private showing today—this one won’t last long!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHeat Pump
StatusActive
(New Listing)
(New Listing)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,095 sqft
Year built1925
ParkingGarage Det 1 Car, 4 Space, Off Street
MLS #10584937
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate/LVP
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Garage Det 1 Car, 4 Space, Off Street
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Ranch
- Heating: Heat Pump
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $260,000
- Price/SqFt: $237
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,685
- Tax Year: 2024
- Directions: GPS: 12 Benton Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23702
- Year Built: 1925
- Stories: 1
- Living Area: 1,095 SqFt
- MLS Number: 10584937
- Office Name: Keller Williams Town Center
- Listing Agent: Dycallon James
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Price information
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $218,370 | $2,685 |
| 2023 | $213,440 | $2,668 |
| 2022 | $147,790 | $1,921 |
| 2021 | $117,980 | $1,533 |
| 2020 | $111,030 | $1,443 |
| 2019 | $109,710 | $1,400 |
| 2018 | $107,740 | $1,400 |
| 2017 | $107,740 | $1,400 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Victory Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.4 mi
•2828 Greenwood Dr
2
Douglass Park Elementary School
Public Magnet KG-6
0.8 mi
•34 Grand St
1
Cradock Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.0 mi
•18 Dahlgren Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $47,926. Typical income of Portsmouth, VA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
21%
<35k
73%
35k-100k
6%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
18%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
15%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Horse Races
NHRA Drag Racing
Extreme Sports
Where do the neighbors shop?
Stein Mart
Big Lots
Sam's Club
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
LongHorn Steakhouse
Golden Corral
White Castle
What do the neighbors drive?
Buick
Kia
Oldsmobile
What do the neighbors listen to?
Contemporary Inspirational
Adult Standards
Rock
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Frequently asked questions
About 12 Benton Ave
The listing price of 12 Benton Ave property is $260,000.
The property 12 Benton Ave is a house located in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23702.
Active Listing: 12 Benton Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 12 Benton Ave are: Victory Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Douglass Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Cradock Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Cradock Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William E. Waters Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Oscar Smith Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), I. C. Norcom High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Manor High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Deep Creek High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,685 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 12 Benton Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 12 Benton Ave is 1,095 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 12 Benton Ave is 1925.
This home is located at 12 Benton Ave in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23702 in the Highland Biltmore neighborhood. This 1,095 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $260,000.
Portsmouth, VA housing market in April 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 0 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA between March and April 2025 increased by 6%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 44 days, the median list price was $230,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.