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$302,704$193 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Jul 31, 2023

85 KANSAS AVE

PORTSMOUTH, VA 23701
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,566 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$303K
$292K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Jul 31, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,535 (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.$269,330 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$269,330

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.0.23
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
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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(3)

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 · 0.8 mi
H
Manor High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
William E. Waters Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 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

85 Kansas 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 71% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Portsmouth 23701
  • Older than 81% 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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$112K$493K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$302,704
CheaperTypical $267,328Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,566 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 85 Kansas Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePortsmouth 23701Portsmouth city County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,70471% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19343% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,566 ft²67% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac56% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than194319% of homes27% of homes

About 85 Kansas Ave

How much is 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA is $302,704 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $291,921 to $313,487. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sell?

85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA last sold on Jul 31, 2023 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,566 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA built?

85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

85 Kansas Ave, 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 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA compare to other homes in Portsmouth 23701?

Among the 9,352 homes in Portsmouth 23701, it is worth more than 71% of them ($302,704 against a typical $267,328), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($193 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,566 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1943 against a typical 1960). 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 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 85 Kansas Ave, Portsmouth, VA was $3,535. The county assessed it at $269,330.

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