Stunning waterfront home in Portsmouth's desirable Waterview area offering timeless charm, beautiful views, and incredible outdoor living. This spacious 5-bedroom, 4.5 bath home features an updated kitchen with Quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and gas cooking, plus a dining area with unobstructed water views. Enjoy deep water frontage on the Elizabeth River with a private pier that features electricity and plumbing, a boat lift, a floating dock, and jet ski docks. This home also includes an above-garage 1-bedroom apartment with a kitchenette, full bath, and living room that is ideal for generating income as a short, mid, or long term rental. Ask for the features sheet. Ask about the closing costs assistance being offered by the lender!
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
$230Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Keisha Raspberry• Atlantic Sothebys Int'l Realty
Est. $2,858 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 401 Riverside Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10627353
Jun 22, 2026
Sold
$620,000
$230/sq ft
May 1, 2026
Price Changed
$625,000
$231/sq ft
Mar 31, 2026
Listed
$650,000
$241/sq ft
REINMLS #10483663
Apr 25, 2023
Listed
$580,000
$215/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 24, 2019
Sold
$362,500
$134/sq ft
REINMLS #10208913
Sep 27, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Aug 15, 2018
Price Changed
$379,000
$140/sq ft
Jul 27, 2018
Listed
$395,000
$146/sq ft
REINMLS #10173423
Jul 27, 2018
Listing Removed
—
May 29, 2018
Price Changed
$399,900
$148/sq ft
Jan 29, 2018
Listed
$425,000
$157/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 7, 2003
Sold
$245,000
$91/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$7,191 (+32.2%)
$186,350 + $393,590
$579,940
2025
$5,439 (+3.4%)
$186,350 + $393,590
$579,940
2024
$5,261 (−1.6%)
$186,350 + $252,270
$438,620
2023
$5,348 (+4.1%)
$186,350 + $241,360
$427,710
2022
$5,134 (+3.8%)
$186,350 + $225,000
$411,350
2021
$4,945 (+2.9%)
$184,500 + $210,460
$394,960
2020
$4,808 (+0.5%)
$184,500 + $195,910
$380,410
2019
$4,784
$175,720 + $194,090
$369,810
2018
$4,784
$175,720 + $192,280
$368,000
2017
$4,784 (+1.5%)
$175,720 + $192,280
$368,000
2016
$4,713 (+0.3%)
$175,720 + $192,280
$368,000
2015
$4,700 (+2.4%)
$175,720 + $186,820
$362,540
2014
$4,591 (−2.4%)
$175,720 + $185,820
$361,540
2013
$4,703 (−2.9%)
$175,720 + $185,820
$361,540
2012
$4,844
$175,720 + $185,820
$361,540
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
4.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.41 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,714
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Portsmouth
APN
03600 020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
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
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Oversized Gar, Driveway Spc
Interior
Virtual Tour
Appliances Information
Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (Half): 1
Room Information
Bedroom And Full Bathroom on 1st Floor
# of Rooms: 8
1st FBR, Balcony, Breakfast Area, Sun Room
Interior Features
Equipment: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan
# of Fireplaces: 1
Flooring Type: Wood
Fireplace Wood
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Features: Cul-De-Sac, Deck
Exterior Siding: Vinyl
Has Fence
Fence Description: Back Fenced, Privacy, Wood Fence
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Property Information
Property Type: Detached
Style: Traditional
Additional Structures: ADU, Garage Apartment
Foundation Type: Crawl
Ownership Type: Simple
# of Stories: 2
Unit Description: 3 Living Levels, Detached Single Family
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling: Window/Wall
Heating: Radiant Heated Floors, Radiator
Sewer Type: City/County
Water Type: City/County
Water Heater Type: Gas
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Amenities Condo POA: Boat Slip, Dock
Homeowners Association Information
Assoc Legal Name: N/A
HOA Assoc Legal Name: N/A
Assoc Mgmt Co: N/A
Fees Condo: 0
Fees POA Monthly: 0
School Information
Elementary School: John Tyler Elementary
Middle School: Churchland Middle
High School: Churchland
Location Information
Latitude: 36.841133
Longitude: -76.358406
View Description: River, Water
On Waterfront
Waterfront Description: Boat Lift, Deep Water, Deep Water Access, Dock, Navigable, Riparian Rights, River
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,714
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: —
County: Portsmouth
APN: 03600 020
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026
Around this home
Schools
John Tyler Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
1/10
Churchland Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
Churchland High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.8mi
6/10
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Climate risks
7/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 73-81% 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
93/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Portsmouth. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$605,000 – $732,000
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