$4,619

closing credit¹

1447 Lake Forest Dr Portsmouth, VA 23701

$389,000
3 beds
2 full
1,509 sqft
0.3 acres
$258 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1447 Lake Forest Dr

**Charming Waterfront Ranch** Discover your Waterfront Living in this Move-In Ready Lakefront Ranch on a 1/3-acre lot with Stunning Water views! You’ve been searching for One-Story Living...Here it is! Located in a Cul-de-Sac, this home features 3 Bedrooms, including a Private En-Suite, and 2 Full Baths, with Beautiful Hardwood Floors throughout—Open Floor Design with lots of Natural Lighting; imagine family gatherings or entertaining guests. The large backyard serves as an Oasis for summer BBQs, Morning Coffee, or simply soaking in the Breathtaking Lake View! Enjoy activities like Fishing, Kayaking, and Boating with the potential for a Dock! Conveniently located just 1 mile from Chesapeake's Border and from Interstates 64 & 264. Easy access to Victory Crossing, River’s Casino, and Dining with Shopping options just five minutes away. Call Today—Don’t miss this opportunity! This one will not last LONG!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
(New Listing)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,509 sqft
Lot size0.32 Acres
Year built1979
ParkingClose to Mass Transit, Multi Car, Off Street, Driveway Spc
MLS #10568240
WaterfrontWaterfront, Lake Front, Navigable Water

Summary

  • MLS Number: 10568240
  • Office Name: NextHome Coastal Luxury Realty
  • Listing Agent: Trina Hurst

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Price information

Property sales

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$272,320$3,349
2023$260,480$3,256
2022$244,200$3,174
2021$229,400$2,982
2020$219,960$2,859
2019$218,480$2,840
2018$218,480$2,840
2017$218,480$2,840

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Lakeview Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.4 mi

1300 Horne Ave

3

Hodges Manor Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.4 mi

1201 Cherokee Rd

6

Southwestern Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.5 mi

4410 Airline Blvd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $71,825. Residents of Portsmouth, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

19%
<35k
45%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
6%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

29%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
49%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
12%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
26%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • CadillacCadillac
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • ClassicalClassical
  • RockRock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 1447 Lake Forest Dr

This home is located at 1447 Lake Forest Dr in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23701 in the Lake Forest neighborhood. This 1,509 square foot home, which was built in 1979, sits on a 0.32 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 1, 2025 and is currently priced at $389,000.

Between December and January 2025, Portsmouth, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 14.3%. Listings spent 88 days on the market in January 2025, and had a median list price of $268,026 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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