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242 Armstrong St, Portsmouth, VA, 23704

$250,000

Home List Price

$2,969*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1,751 SqFt
$143/SqFt
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242 Armstrong St, Portsmouth$250,000

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$2,969*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
ParkingStreet
Year Built1930
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
FireplaceDecorative
MLS #10555016
Lot Size0.12 Acres
StatusActive

About 242 Armstrong St

This lovingly maintained 3BR/2Bth home seamlessly blends modern conveniences with old-world charm. Featuring a spacious 1st-floor primary bedroom, this home has been thoughtfully updated, including an inviting front porch (2 years old), an upgraded kitchen with 1yr old stainless steel appliances (2023), and beautifully refreshed kitchen and laundry room floors (6 months old). The hardwood floors add warmth and character throughout, while newer carpet (1 year old) in key areas enhances comfort. Outside, enjoy a large, fenced backyard with a fire pit (2013) and storage shed. Other notable updates include an HVAC system (5 years old) and comprehensive plumbing/electrical upgrades (2011). This charming home is ready for its next owner!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,751 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Allegiance
  • Listing Agent: Liz Schuyler

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, /Dryer Connection, Microwave, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Connection
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate/LVP, Wood
  • Interior: Dual Entry Bath (Br & Hall), Fireplace Decorative
  • Fireplace: Decorative

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • Exterior: Storage Shed

Parking Information:

  • Parking: Street

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.12 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $250,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $143/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $2,171
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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Portsmouth, VA

City

Med. List Price

$273.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$176

Avg. Days On Market

79

# of Sold Homes

130

242 Armstrong St vs Portsmouth

33 DAYS ON ROCKET

-46 Days

$250,000

-$23.2K Less

$143/SqFt

-$34 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $23.2K less than the Median List Price and $34/SqFt less than other homes in Portsmouth, VA.

Based on homes listed in October 2024

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #10555016

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Allegiance
  • Listing Agent: Liz Schuyler

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$2,171$167,020
2020$2,138$164,530
2019$2,097$161,360
2018$2,029$161,360
2017$2,029$156,090

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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4
/10

  • Park View Elementary School

  • 260 Elm Ave

  • 0.09 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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2
/10

  • Brighton Elementary School

  • 1100 Portsmouth Blvd

  • 1.48 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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1
/10

  • St. Helena Elementary School

  • 903 S Main St

  • 1.77 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $33,824. The most common annual income of people living in Portsmouth, VA is less than $35k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 242 Armstrong St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 242 Armstrong St property is $250,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 242 Armstrong St is a house located in Portsmouth, Virginia, 23704.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 242 Armstrong St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $2,171 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 242 Armstrong St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 242 Armstrong St is 1,751 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 242 Armstrong St is 1930.

Rocket Homes›Virginia›Portsmouth›23704›242 Armstrong St

This home is located at 242 Armstrong St in Portsmouth, VA and zip code 23704 in the Park View neighborhood. This 1,751 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $250,000.

In October 2024 in Portsmouth, VA there were 10.1% more homes for sale than in September 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 79 days, the median list price was $273,209.

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