$435,000

5220 Amherst Dr Portsmouth, VA 23703

$5,166
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full, 1 partial
3,090 sqft
0.3 acres
$141 / sqft
House

Property details

About 5220 Amherst Dr

REDUCED! Lots of square footage 3100sqft, all rooms are roomy and large. Sits on a large lot in the heart of Churchland It has 5 bedrooms, which 2 of them have master bathrooms. 1 bedroom is currently used as an office. 2 fireplaces, formal living room and dinning room with hard wood floors. Could be a good in law home. Large family room and large florida room with ac and heat. Attached garage and plenty of parking on large drive ways. Don’t miss out, show and sale, lots of house for the money!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size3,090 sqft
Lot size0.29 Acres
Year built1955
ParkingGarage Att 1 Car, 4 Space, Multi Car, Street
MLS #10569792
Attached garageYes
FireplaceGas Fireplace

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, /Dryer Connection, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Connection
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior: Bar, Dual Entry Bath (Br & Br), Fireplace Gas-natural, Perm Attic Stairs, Skylights, Walk-In Attic, Walk-In Closet, Window Treatments
  • Fireplace: Gas Fireplace
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Garage Att 1 Car, 4 Space, Multi Car, Street
  • Exterior: Patio, Wooded
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $435,000
  • Price/SqFt: $140
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,173
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 3,090 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.29 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10569792
  • Office Name: John E. Wood Realty Inc.
  • Listing Agent: Sandra Wood

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5220 Amherst Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23703 - kitchen with sink, white cabinetry, light hardwood / wood-style flooring, white appliances, and decorative backsplash

$435,000

5220 Amherst Dr

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$339,270$4,173
2023$337,080$4,213
2022$326,140$4,239
2021$276,280$3,591
2020$258,430$3,359
2019$269,370$3,501
2018$269,370$3,501
2017$269,370$3,501

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Churchland Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.2 mi

5601 Michael Ln

5

Western Branch Intermediate School

Public District 3-5

1.0 mi

4013 Terry Dr

3

Churchland Academy Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.9 mi

4061 River Shore Rd

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 $58,379. Residents of Portsmouth, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

27%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
26%
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?

53%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
30%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

12%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
13%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
29%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

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

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BuickBuick
  • MazdaMazda
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 5220 Amherst Dr

The listing price of 5220 Amherst Dr property is $435,000.

The property 5220 Amherst Dr is a house located in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23703.

Active Listing: 5220 Amherst Dr is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 5220 Amherst Dr are: Churchland Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Western Branch Intermediate School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Churchland Academy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Western Branch Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Churchland Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Col. Fred Cherry Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Western Branch High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Churchland High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Manor High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,173 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 5220 Amherst Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 5220 Amherst Dr is 3,090 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 5220 Amherst Dr is 1955.

This home is located at 5220 Amherst Dr in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23703 in the Sweetbriar neighborhood. This 3,090 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.29 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 11, 2025 and is currently priced at $435,000.

Between April and May 2025, Portsmouth, VA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.4%. In May 2025 median list price was $268,914 and the average listing age was 73 days.

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

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