Phoebus Square - Unclaimed

Prentis Park, Truxton, Shea Terrace, Brighton and Newtown sit in Portsmouth on the Elizabeth River, where a coastal Virginia climate brings mild winters and warm, humid summers. The area’s historic character is evident in Olde Towne Portsmouth, with preserved architecture and the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard Museum. Waterfront views, neighborhood parks and access to the Elizabeth River Trail offer room for walks, cycling and time outdoors. Downtown Portsmouth adds local restaurants, cafés, shops and cultural stops, including the Children’s Museum of Virginia and the Portsmouth Art & Cultural Center; theaters and live entertainment contribute to the evening scene. The ferry connects Portsmouth with downtown Norfolk, while local bus service and nearby road links provide other ways to get around. For ZIP code 23704, the median rent is $1,694 per month, with a typical range of $750 to $3,200, based on 66 active listings.