$7,718 Closing Credit¹
#10564692, Laura Nguyen, Listing Office: 1st Class Real Estate Flagship
#2501755·
Listing Office: Long & Foster Real Estate·
Listing Agent: Peggy Sue Long·
Listing Office Phone: (804) 435-2673
$7,659
closing credit¹
400 Florida Ave Portsmouth, VA 23707
$645,000 List price
$7,659
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
3,564 sqft
0.3 acres
$181 / sqft
House
Property details
About 400 Florida Ave
The "Sisters House" is a Crown Jewel of Portsmouth. Stunning Victorian home located on a double corner lot in historic Port Norfolk. Welcoming wrap around porch complete with swing and lovely pillars. Breathtaking entry hall features stained glass windows, raised oak paneling and gorgeous hand-crafted staircase. Beautifully restored wood floors and ornate trim throughout. Modern conveniences abound with fully renovated stainless / granite kitchen including 2nd staircase, and updated bathrooms. Formal library, living room and dining room. A total of 7 fireplaces including multiple original fireplace mantels, soaring 10 foot ceilings, double pocket doors, and an elevator. Home is currently configured with 4 bedrooms but may easily accommodate up to 6 sleeping rooms. Walk out to a private second story screened porch overlooking the large private lot. Lovely 3rd floor offers great office, family room and sleeping space. New roof with solar panels, detached 2 + car garage, large fenced rear yard, lovely garden with firepit, storage shed. Too many features to list them all. This home is beautifully preserved, meticulously cared for and a true gem.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Natural Gas, Other
StatusActive
CoolingElectric, Heat Pump, Attic Fan
Size3,564 sqft
Lot size0.26 Acres
Year built1915
ParkingDriveway, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Unpaved
MLS #2501755
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceDecorative, Electric
Summary
- MLS Number: 2501755
- MLS Name: CVR
- Office Name: Long & Foster Real Estate
- Office Phone: (804) 435-2673
- Listing Agent: Peggy Sue Long
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 20, 2021 | Home Sold | $346,000 |
| Jul 31, 2018 | Home Sold | $300,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $377,640 | $4,645 |
| 2023 | $342,800 | $4,285 |
| 2022 | $337,370 | $4,385 |
| 2021 | $321,170 | $4,175 |
| 2020 | $317,840 | $4,131 |
| 2019 | $315,520 | $4,192 |
| 2018 | $322,470 | $4,192 |
| 2017 | $322,470 | $4,192 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Waterview Elementary School
Public District KG-6
0.7 mi
•3649 Hartford St
1
Westhaven Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.4 mi
•3701 Clifford St
4
Park View Elementary School
Public District KG-6
1.5 mi
•260 Elm 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 $57,990. Typical income of Portsmouth, VA residents is between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
61%
35k-100k
11%
100k-200k
4%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
51%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
13%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
28%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
6%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
College Basketball
Extreme Sports
Pro Boxing
Where do the neighbors shop?
Dillards
Sam's Club
Family Dollar
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Logan's Roadhouse
White Castle
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Hyundai
Oldsmobile
Chevrolet
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Contemporary Inspirational
Urban Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 400 Florida Ave
This home is located at 400 Florida Ave in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23707 in the Port Norfolk neighborhood. This 3,564 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $645,000.
The number of listings in Portsmouth, VA increased by 14.3% between December and January 2025. 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.