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$686,610$174 / 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 97How 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 $549,900 on Mar 20, 2018

249 RIVERSIDE DR

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23707
3 / 2
Baths
3,936 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$687K
$665K low$708K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$549,900 · Mar 20, 2018

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.$684,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$206,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$477,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$663,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$684,220

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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.96%
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.1 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.Colonial
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
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.Slate
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(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
Waterview Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Churchland High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Churchland Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Portsmouth City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23707These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.14,578
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,692 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,523
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,323
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%

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How this home compares

249 Riverside 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Portsmouth 23707
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Among the largest homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Portsmouth 23707
  • Older than 75% of homes in Portsmouth city County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 23707

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

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$142K$515K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Portsmouth 23707.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 23707

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 23707.

Estimated value$686,610
CheaperTypical $263,190Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$174
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area3,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 249 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23707Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$686,610almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17439% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than3,936 ft²98% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac95% of homes86% of homes
Year builtnewer than194243% of homes25% of homes

About 249 Riverside Dr

How much is 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA is $686,610 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $665,116 to $708,104. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Mar 20, 2018 for $549,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA has 3 bathrooms, 3,936 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA built?

249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Waterview Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Churchland High School (high), rated B-; Churchland 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 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23707?

Among the 5,006 homes in Portsmouth 23707, it is worth more than almost all of them ($686,610 against a typical $263,190), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($174 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,936 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1942 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than almost all 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 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 249 Riverside Dr, Portsmouth, VA was $195. The county assessed it at $684,220.

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