Classic & Elegant white brick home perfectly situated atop a waterfront knoll w/ amazing views of the Elizabeth River! Nearly 3000sf of beautifully maintained & expandable living space w/ over 1 acre of meticulously landscaped yard. This property has a striking presence inside & out! Located within desirable Glensheallah neighborhood. Elegant foyer, 9' ceilings & hardwood floors thru-out, large study w/ built-in book cases & wood burning fireplace, formal dining room w/ chair rail & crown molding, & updated/open concept kitchen to sunroom. Relax & enjoy Spectacular views! Kitchen has granite counters, eat-in bar, striking handmade tiled backsplash, & Stainless steel appliances. Permanent stairs to wood floored attic gives room for expansion. Owners ensuite w/ 2nd & 3rd bedrooms separated by full bath. 16 seer HVAC. Vintage features include decorative transom window & unique tile bath floors. Paved circular driveway, brick front porch & slate rear patio, riprap waterfront, security sys, well for sprinkler sys & poly barrier in crawl space.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
1.03 acresLot Size
$204Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Tracy Foster• Abbitt Realty Company, LLC
Bought with Non-Member Non-Member• Williamsburg MLS
Source:WMLS #2004570
Redfin Estimate
$577,253
$87K since sold in June 2023$9,000 since September
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This home's estimate is 65.3% higher than the average sale price ($349K) of 6 comparable homes.
Classic & Elegant white brick home perfectly situated atop a waterfront knoll w/ amazing views of the Elizabeth River! Nearly 3000sf of beautifully maintained & expandable living space w/ over 1 acre of meticulously landscaped yard. This property has a striking presence inside & out! Located within desirable Glensheallah neighborhood. Elegant foyer, 9' ceilings & hardwood floors thru-out, large study w/ built-in book cases & wood burning fireplace, formal dining room w/ chair rail & crown molding, & updated/open concept kitchen to sunroom. Relax & enjoy Spectacular views! Kitchen has granite counters, eat-in bar, striking handmade tiled backsplash, & Stainless steel appliances. Permanent stairs to wood floored attic gives room for expansion. Owners ensuite w/ 2nd & 3rd bedrooms separated by full bath. 16 seer HVAC. Vintage features include decorative transom window & unique tile bath floors. Paved circular driveway, brick front porch & slate rear patio, riprap waterfront, security sys, well for sprinkler sys & poly barrier in crawl space.
CBRAR #2032713
Dec 3, 2020
Sold
$419,540
$148/sq ft
Oct 27, 2020
Listed
$416,000
$147/sq ft
+25
REINMLS #10347921
Oct 27, 2020
Listed
$416,000
$147/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2013
Sold
$380,000
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,182 (+2.1%)
$187,130 + $311,420
$498,550
2025
$6,057 (+4.6%)
$187,130 + $311,420
$498,550
2024
$5,792 (+2.8%)
$187,130 + $301,370
$488,500
2023
$5,634 (+5.3%)
$187,130 + $283,790
$470,920
2022
$5,348 (+5.9%)
$187,130 + $246,220
$433,350
2021
$5,051 (+4.3%)
$170,120 + $241,300
$411,420
2020
$4,844 (+0.7%)
$154,660 + $233,910
$388,570
2019
$4,812
$132,560 + $240,030
$372,590
2018
$4,812 (+1.3%)
$132,560 + $237,590
$370,150
2017
$4,748
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2016
$4,748
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2015
$4,748 (+2.4%)
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2014
$4,638 (−2.4%)
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2013
$4,750
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2012
$4,750
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
Tax history for 214 West Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,182 (+2.1%)
$187,130 + $311,420
$498,550
2025
$6,057 (+4.6%)
$187,130 + $311,420
$498,550
2024
$5,792 (+2.8%)
$187,130 + $301,370
$488,500
2023
$5,634 (+5.3%)
$187,130 + $283,790
$470,920
2022
$5,348 (+5.9%)
$187,130 + $246,220
$433,350
2021
$5,051 (+4.3%)
$170,120 + $241,300
$411,420
2020
$4,844 (+0.7%)
$154,660 + $233,910
$388,570
2019
$4,812
$132,560 + $240,030
$372,590
2018
$4,812 (+1.3%)
$132,560 + $237,590
$370,150
2017
$4,748
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2016
$4,748
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2015
$4,748 (+2.4%)
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2014
$4,638 (−2.4%)
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2013
$4,750
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
2012
$4,750
$132,560 + $232,690
$365,250
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning
UR
Urban Residential District
The Urban Residential UR district is established to accommodate a range of residential development as a principal use, along with mixed-use, neighborhood-serving commercial development, and institutional uses to encourage diverse development. These districts are mid-density, traditional neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Infrastructure
Mixed use
Recreation
Golf related
Marina
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 3
# of 1/2 Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Heating Type: Hot Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Ranch
Exterior Wall: Brick
Roof Covering Type: Asphalt
Roof Shape Type: Asphalt
Building Type: Single Family
Property Information
Subdivision Name: GLENSHALLAH
Living Sq. Ft: 2,828
Building Sq. Ft: 2,828
# of Stories: 1
Legal Description: LT 10 BLK L & PT LT 1 BLK N 214 WE
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 44,867
Legal Lot Number: 10
Legal Block Number: L
Acres: 1.03
Depth Footage: 242
Front Footage: 185
Zoning Code: UR
County Use Description: RESDREG. RANCH
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,828
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.03 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Portsmouth
APN: 03670 010
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John Tyler Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
1/10
Churchland Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.1mi
3/10
Churchland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ 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 106° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Portsmouth, VA • 23707
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 5.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$549,000 – $664,000
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