Cozy bungalow that packs character and charm nestled in the Simonsdale area of Portsmouth! Are you looking for effortless single story living with a completely private backyard oasis? Well here you have it! Built in 1942, this home features 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, a bright living area with Levolor blinds and hardwood flooring, and a functional kitchen equipped with range/oven, microwave, refrigerator, washer/dryer. Enter the secluded fenced in backyard! Theres a patio with a 10x13 hard top gazebo with tie back curtains for privacy and a 16x30 above ground salt water pool for you to relax in! Need more room for storage, a place to entertain in, or a massive He/She shed? There is a huge two story detached garage with concrete floors, electricity, and an insulated upstairs! Owner is offering a $2K cosmetic allowance for buyer to truly make it their own! Situated near schools, shopping, hospitals, city parks, and interstates. Great opportunity for first time buyers or investors! A must see!
Under contract
$220,000
47 Harvard Rd, Portsmouth, VA 23701
2beds
720sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1942
-- sqft lot
$221,600 Zestimate®
$306/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Character and charmEffortless single story livingLevolor blindsSecluded fenced in backyardCozy bungalowCompletely private backyard oasisFunctional kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 04, 2026 at 05:10am
Listed by:
Jon Duncan,
Judy Boone Realty Inc. 757-587-2800
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10621095
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1st Floor BR, 1st Floor Primary BR, Attic, Unfin.Rm Over Gar
Primary bedroom
- Level: First
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: 220 V Elec, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Det 1 Car, Driveway, On Street
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy,Wood,Fenced
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo
- Parcel number: 04370390
- Zoning: UR
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
- Utilities for property: Cable Hookup
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Shea Farms
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portsmouth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $306/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,330
- Annual tax amount: $2,227
- Date on market: 2/21/2026
Estimated market value
$221,600
$211,000 - $233,000
$1,466/mo
Price history
Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,193 +6.2% | $178,330 +7.9% |
| 2023 | $2,066 +10.9% | $165,240 +15.4% |
| 2022 | $1,862 +14.9% | $143,210 +14.9% |
| 2021 | $1,621 +5.9% | $124,670 +5.9% |
| 2019 | $1,531 | $117,770 |
| 2018 | $1,531 | $117,770 |
| 2017 | $1,531 -6.8% | $117,770 |
| 2016 | $1,642 +7.3% | $117,770 |
| 2015 | $1,531 +2.4% | $117,770 |
| 2014 | $1,496 +2.6% | $117,770 +2.6% |
| 2013 | $1,457 | $114,740 |
| 2012 | $1,457 -2.6% | $114,740 -2.6% |
| 2011 | $1,497 +2.4% | $117,860 |
| 2010 | $1,461 -11% | $117,860 -11% |
| 2009 | $1,642 +2.5% | $132,410 |
| 2008 | $1,602 +9% | $132,410 +13.5% |
| 2007 | $1,470 +8.2% | $116,630 +16.8% |
| 2006 | $1,358 +42% | $99,860 +50.3% |
| 2005 | $957 +12.6% | $66,430 +13.3% |
| 2004 | $850 +12% | $58,610 +9.7% |
| 2003 | $759 +3.4% | $53,420 +3.4% |
| 2002 | $733 +2.7% | $51,650 +2.7% |
| 2001 | $714 | $50,300 |
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BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$1,339/mo
Principal & interest
$1135
Property taxes
$204
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Simonsdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Simonsdale Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Wm. E. Waters Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10Manor High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Simonsdale Elementary
- Middle: William E. Waters Middle
- High: Manor High
Source: REIN Inc.. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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