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$311,391$178 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $136,754 on May 1, 2001

1229 DARREN DR

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701
1.5
Baths
1,754 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$311K
$290K low$333K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,754 · May 1, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,556 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$271,060 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$179,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$269,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,060

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Lakeview Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
William E. Waters Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
I. C. Norcom High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Portsmouth City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23701These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,188
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,871 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,262
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,276
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

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How this home compares

1229 Darren Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 75% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Portsmouth 23701

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 23701

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$104K$473K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Portsmouth 23701.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 23701

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 23701.

Estimated value$311,391
CheaperTypical $267,535Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,754 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 1229 Darren Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23701Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,39175% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17826% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than1,754 ft²77% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac78% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than197785% of homes71% of homes

About 1229 Darren Dr

How much is 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA is $311,391 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $289,852 to $332,930. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA last sold on May 1, 2001 for $136,754, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,754 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA built?

1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Lakeview Elementary School (elementary), rated F; William E. Waters Middle School (middle), rated D-; I. C. Norcom High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Portsmouth City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23701?

Among the 9,352 homes in Portsmouth 23701, it is worth more than 75% of them ($311,391 against a typical $267,535), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($178 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,754 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1977 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than 66% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1229 Darren Dr, Portsmouth, VA was $3,556. The county assessed it at $271,060.

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