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$304,013$212 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $225,000 on Jun 26, 2020

1517 RICHMOND AVE

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23704
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,434 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$304K
$290K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Jun 26, 2020
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$73,838
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$59,070
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.82%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$230,175
ADVANCE FIN'L GRP · recorded Jun 26, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$195 (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.$233,620 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,690
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,930
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,730
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,620

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Traditional/Old
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
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(2)

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
Brighton Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
H
I. C. Norcom High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Cradock Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Portsmouth City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23704These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,780
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,409 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,951
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,674
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1517 Richmond Ave 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 79% of homes in Portsmouth 23704
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Portsmouth 23704
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Portsmouth city County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 23704

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

This home
$91K$466K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Portsmouth 23704.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 23704

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 23704.

Estimated value$304,013
CheaperTypical $247,570Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,434 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 1517 Richmond Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23704Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$304,01379% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21290% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,434 ft²47% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac35% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than191519% of homes5% of homes

About 1517 Richmond Ave

How much is 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA is $304,013 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $289,620 to $318,406. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Jun 26, 2020 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,434 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA built?

1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Brighton Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; I. C. Norcom High School (high), rated D-; Cradock Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Portsmouth City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23704?

Among the 6,176 homes in Portsmouth 23704, it is worth more than 79% of them ($304,013 against a typical $247,570), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($212 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 47% of them (1,434 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1915 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than 63% 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 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1517 Richmond Ave, Portsmouth, VA was $195. The county assessed it at $233,620.

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