From the moment you arrive, you’ll be drawn to the front porch that makes you want to add a couple rocking chairs complete with steps on both sides, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the neighborhood on Old Wyth St. Inside, you’ll find a home filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful restoration. The kitchen is in excellent condition and maintains its vintage appeal, including a charming swinging door that adds a touch of nostalgia rarely found today.Outside, the oversized backyard offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying your own private retreat. A detached garage provides additional storage and functionality. Surrounded by mature trees with graceful, sweeping branches and lush green grass, the property feels like something straight from a storybook. If you’ve been searching for a home that combines historic character, modern livability, and undeniable curb appeal, 140 Chancellor Avenue is a rare opportunity you won’t want to miss.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
8,903 sq ftLot Size
$246Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Heather Bashlor• Howard Hanna Real Estate Svcs.
Wythe, located between Hampton River and Chesapeake Avenue, is a historic and waterfront Hampton neighborhood with a walkable village core and broad harbor views. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Wythe Creek Road and Chesapeake Avenue corridor, where marinas, bait-and-tackle counters, and low-key waterfront hangouts set a working-coastal tone. The Wythe Exchange & Event Centre anchors local gatherings in a classic brick civic building. Fort Monroe National Monument and the Casemate Museum add a strong sense of place through ramparts, beaches, and military history. Housing leans toward older cottages and mid-century homes on leafy streets, with water-facing pockets near creeks and docks. Daily life often tracks the shoreline, from fishing piers to sunset walks along the bay.
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Offer insights
140 Chancellor Rd · $279,000
$280K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $280K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
98 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.6%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Ceiling fan
Garage door opener
Electric fireplace
Pull-down attic stairs
Bedrooms
First-floor master bedroom
Bedroom and full bathroom on first floor
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Microwave
Electric range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Dryer hookup
Flooring
Vinyl flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Forced hot air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Partial fence
Porch
Attic
Home design
Detached single-story home
Crawlspace foundation
Parking
Detached garage (oversized, 1 car)
Garage approximately 360 sq. ft.
Construction
Aluminum siding
Asphalt shingle roof
Utilities
City/County water
City/County sewer
Gas water heater
HOA & community
No HOA (no association, no monthly POA fees)
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be drawn to the front porch that makes you want to add a couple rocking chairs complete with steps on both sides, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the neighborhood on Old Wyth St. Inside, you’ll find a home filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful restoration. The kitchen is in excellent condition and maintains its vintage appeal, including a charming swinging door that adds a touch of nostalgia rarely found today. Outside, the oversized backyard offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying your own private retreat. A detached garage provides additional storage and functionality. Surrounded by mature trees with graceful, sweeping branches and lush green grass, the property feels like something straight from a storybook. If you’ve been searching for a home that combines historic character, modern livability, and undeniable curb appeal, 140 Chancellor Avenue is a rare opportunity you won’t want to miss.
CVRMLS #2615315
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$279,000
$246/sq ft
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$261/sq ft
+27
From the moment you arrive, you’ll be drawn to the front porch that makes you want to add a couple rocking chairs complete with steps on both sides, creating the perfect place to relax and enjoy the beauty of the neighborhood on Old Wyth St. Inside, you’ll find a home filled with warmth, character, and thoughtful restoration. The kitchen is in excellent condition and maintains its vintage appeal, including a charming swinging door that adds a touch of nostalgia rarely found today. Outside, the oversized backyard offers endless possibilities for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying your own private retreat. A detached garage provides additional storage and functionality. Surrounded by mature trees with graceful, sweeping branches and lush green grass, the property feels like something straight from a storybook. If you’ve been searching for a home that combines historic character, modern livability, and undeniable curb appeal, 140 Chancellor Avenue is a rare opportunity you won’t want to miss.
REINMLS #10638307
Jun 29, 2026
Price Changed
$279,000
$246/sq ft
Jun 4, 2026
Listed
$295,000
$261/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 2, 2021
Sold
$130,000
$115/sq ft
REINMLS #10387878
Jul 1, 2021
Listed
$130,000
$115/sq ft
Public Records
May 15, 2006
Sold
$152,500
$135/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 1, 1984
Sold
$57,500
$51/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,164 (+6.4%)
$78,800 + $123,700
$202,500
2024
$2,034 (+6.8%)
$71,400 + $118,400
$189,800
2023
$1,905 (+2.6%)
$71,400 + $105,500
$176,900
2022
$1,856 (+11.1%)
$67,200 + $97,000
$164,200
2021
$1,670 (+3.3%)
$63,000 + $94,300
$157,300
2020
$1,617 (+1.0%)
$52,500 + $82,200
$134,700
2019
$1,601 (−6.8%)
$50,400 + $80,000
$130,400
2018
$1,718
$50,400 + $80,600
$131,000
2017
$1,718
$50,400 + $80,600
$131,000
2016
$1,718 (−5.9%)
$50,400 + $80,600
$131,000
2015
$1,826 (+0.6%)
$50,400 + $80,600
$131,000
2014
$1,816 (+100.0%)
$44,900 + $94,800
$139,700
2013
$908
$44,900 + $94,800
$139,700
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
65 ft.
Lot depth
137 ft.
Lot size
8,905 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,132
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,132
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hampton
APN
1005427
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
Climate risks
4/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-16% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
9/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Hampton, VA • 23661
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.9 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 140 Chancellor Rd
$276,467
$2,533 under list price of $279K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $239K to $288K.