About This Home

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 13 California Avenue in Portsmouth, VA is listed for $285,000 ($304 per sqft). Built in 1942, the home offers 936 sqft of living space on a 0.46 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1942
  • 0.46 acre lot
  • Fireplace
  • Waterfront

Property Details

1 full
1942

Amenities

FireplaceWaterfrontA/C
Listing Description

Fall in love with this charming vintage bungalow nestled along the marsh, where privacy, character, and natural beauty create a peaceful retreat that feels far removed from the everyday. While a few finishing touches remain, many of the home's most important updates have already been completed.

Recent improvements include a fully renovated kitchen and laundry room (2020), a new 30-year architectural roof installed in May 2021, and central heating and air conditioning added for year-round comfort. Set on a spacious half-acre lot with picturesque river and marsh views, the property offers a peaceful setting frequented by waterfowl, deer, and foxes.

A detached garage/workshop provides space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Rich in character, this bungalow features many original architectural details that have been thoughtfully preserved, showcasing its charm and craftsmanship. With updates already in place, this is a rare opportunity to create the marshside retreat you've always envisioned!

Monthly Cost Estimate

$1,524/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$206
Interest$1,235
Insurance$83

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

13 California Avenue

Portsmouth, VA 23701

OREGON ACRES

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Fireplace ElectricWindow Treatments

Exterior Features

PatioWooded

Property Details

Pool Features

Patio

Parking

GarageOff StreetDriveway

Heating

Electric (Heating)

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

DishwasherDisposalDryerDryer HookupElec RangeRefrigeratorWasherWasher Hookup

Questions & Answers

This 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single family at 13 California Avenue is listed at $285,000 ($304/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $1,524 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1942, 0.46 acre lot, Fireplace, Waterfront. Interior Features: Fireplace Electric, Window Treatments. Exterior Features: Patio, Wooded.

This property is listed by Heather Heishman and can be reached at (240) 462-7855.

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Heather Heishman

Agent at Keller Williams Capital Props.

(240) 462-7855

Listed by Keller Williams Capital Props. · View on Broker Site

MLS# 10640998· Source: listhub· 9 days on market

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13 California Avenue, Portsmouth, VA 23701

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