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$121,500

816 Gay Ave Portsmouth, VA 23701

2 beds
1 full
920 sqft
0.2 acres
$132 / sqft
House

Property details

About 816 Gay Ave

This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers nearly 1,000 square feet of potential and sits on a generously sized lot—ready for your vision! Whether you're an investor, renovator, or first-time buyer looking to build equity, this property presents a fantastic opportunity. It needs some TLC but has solid potential to become something special. Conveniently located near local amenities, this home is just waiting for the right touch. Don’t miss out—call today for more information and to schedule your private tour!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
StatusActive
Size920 sqft
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1940
ParkingGarage Det 1 Car
MLS #10582313
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Garage Det 1 Car
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: None
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $121,500
  • Price/SqFt: $132
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,342
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Stories: 1
  • Living Area: 920 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
  • MLS Number: 10582313
  • Office Name: Benham Real Estate LLC
  • Listing Agent: Jonathan Melvin

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$190,460$2,342
2023$179,900$2,248
2022$153,560$1,996
2021$138,890$1,805
2020$132,160$1,718
2019$126,120$1,639
2018$126,120$1,659
2017$127,630$1,659

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Simonsdale Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.5 mi

4841 Clifford St

3

Hodges Manor Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.8 mi

1201 Cherokee Rd

1

Westhaven Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.4 mi

3701 Clifford St

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 $47,432. Residents of Portsmouth, VA typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
51%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Horse RacesHorse Races
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Sam's ClubSam's Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • BuickBuick
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 816 Gay Ave

The listing price of 816 Gay Ave property is $121,500.

The property 816 Gay Ave is a house located in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23701.

Active Listing: 816 Gay Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 816 Gay Ave are: Simonsdale Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Hodges Manor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Westhaven Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), William E. Waters Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Western Branch Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Jolliff Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Manor High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Western Branch High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), I. C. Norcom High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $2,342 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 816 Gay Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 816 Gay Ave is 920 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 816 Gay Ave is 1940.

This home is located at 816 Gay Ave in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23701 in the Simonsdale neighborhood. This 920 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 8, 2025 and is currently priced at $121,500.

The number of homes for sale in Portsmouth, VA increased by 7.7% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $272,000 and the average listing age was 74 days.

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

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