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$241,188$173 / 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 92How 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 $55,000 on Nov 20, 2001

3512 NELSON ST

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23707
2
Baths
1,392 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.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$241K
$221K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$55,000 · Nov 20, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,821 (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.$211,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$156,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$208,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$211,800

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.7 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.minimal

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.0.12
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Westhaven Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Manor High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
M
William E. Waters Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 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

3512 Nelson St 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 less than 67% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% 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.

This home
$142K$504K

This home is worth more than 37% of 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$241,188
CheaperTypical $263,028Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 3512 Nelson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23707Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,18837% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17337% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²46% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac12% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than194243% of homes25% of homes

About 3512 Nelson St

How much is 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA is $241,188 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $221,374 to $261,002. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Nov 20, 2001 for $55,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA?

3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA has 2 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA built?

3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA?

3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Westhaven Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Manor High School (high), rated D+; 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 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23707?

Among the 5,006 homes in Portsmouth 23707, it is worth more than 37% of them ($241,188 against a typical $263,028), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($173 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.12 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 33% 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 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3512 Nelson St, Portsmouth, VA was $2,821. The county assessed it at $211,800.

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