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$269,342$138 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $148,500 on Jun 7, 2011

17 CALIFORNIA AVE

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,951 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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

$269K
$242K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$148,500 · Jun 7, 2011

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.$249,830 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$249,830

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.30%
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.Cape Cod
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Hot Water
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(1)

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
Westhaven Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Manor High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
William E. Waters Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 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

17 California 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Older than 93% 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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$105K$484K

This home is worth more than 50% 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$269,342
CheaperTypical $269,210Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $201Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,951 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 17 California Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23701Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$269,34250% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1385% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,951 ft²85% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac13% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than19407% of homes18% of homes

About 17 California Ave

How much is 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA is $269,342 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $241,763 to $296,921. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Jun 7, 2011 for $148,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,951 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA built?

17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Westhaven Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Manor High School (high), rated C-; William E. Waters 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 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23701?

Among the 9,350 homes in Portsmouth 23701, it is worth more than 50% of them ($269,342 against a typical $269,210), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($138 against a typical $201), it is bigger than 85% of them (1,951 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1940 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than 47% 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 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 California Ave, Portsmouth, VA was $195. The county assessed it at $249,830.

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