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$359,558$161 / 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 94How 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 $356,000 on Mar 3, 2026

420 FORECASTLE ST

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23702
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,240 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2022
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (NTS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Jul 8, 2025.

Valuation

$360K
$337K low$382K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$356,000 · Mar 3, 2026
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.$3,558
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$2,846
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.99%
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.$356,000
MORTGAGE RESEARCH CENTER LLC · recorded Mar 3, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,475 (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.$375,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$297,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$373,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$375,610

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.50
77
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.16 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyPORTSMOUTH CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Cradock Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Cradock Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
I. C. Norcom High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Portsmouth City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 23702These 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.113
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 100.25

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,568
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,816 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,821
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.Absentee owner
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

420 Forecastle 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 more than 93% of homes in Portsmouth 23702
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Portsmouth city County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Portsmouth 23702
  • Among the largest lots in Portsmouth 23702
  • Among the newest homes in Portsmouth city County

What homes are worth in Portsmouth 23702

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

This home
$135K$399K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Portsmouth 23702.

How it measures up in Portsmouth 23702

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Portsmouth 23702.

Estimated value$359,558
CheaperTypical $233,875Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2022
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 420 Forecastle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23702Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$359,55893% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16123% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,240 ft²94% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than202297% of homesalmost all homes

About 420 Forecastle St

How much is 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA is $359,558 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $337,230 to $381,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Mar 3, 2026 for $356,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA?

420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,240 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA built?

420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA was built in 2022, making it 4 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA?

420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA is assigned to Cradock Middle School (middle), rated D-; Cradock Elementary School (elementary), rated F; 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 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23702?

Among the 3,564 homes in Portsmouth 23702, it is worth more than 93% of them ($359,558 against a typical $233,875), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($161 against a typical $186), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,240 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2022 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Portsmouth city County, it is worth more than 82% 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 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 420 Forecastle St, Portsmouth, VA was $2,475. The county assessed it at $375,610.

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