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!
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
$317Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jon Duncan• Judy Boone Realty Inc.
Bought with Racheal Pridgen• Keller Williams Town Center
Est. $1,187 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 47 Harvard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10621095
Mar 26, 2026
Sold
$228,000
$317/sq ft
Feb 18, 2026
Listed
$220,000
$306/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2021
Sold
$168,500
$234/sq ft
REINMLS #10398142
Aug 26, 2021
Listed
$165,000
$229/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 2006
Sold
$143,000
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 23, 2004
Sold
$55,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,227 (+1.5%)
$61,050 + $119,890
$180,940
2024
$2,193 (+2.1%)
$61,050 + $118,580
$179,630
2023
$2,148 (+15.4%)
$61,050 + $117,280
$178,330
2022
$1,862 (+14.9%)
$61,050 + $104,190
$165,240
2021
$1,621 (+5.3%)
$48,840 + $94,370
$143,210
2020
$1,540 (+0.6%)
$34,880 + $89,790
$124,670
2019
$1,531
$33,220 + $85,210
$118,430
2018
$1,531
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2017
$1,531
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2016
$1,531
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2015
$1,531 (+2.4%)
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2014
$1,495 (−54.8%)
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2013
$3,311 (+111.1%)
$33,220 + $84,550
$117,770
2012
$1,568
$33,220 + $81,520
$114,740
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
6,098 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
720
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Portsmouth
APN
04370 390
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 25, 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
Garage Det 1 Car, Driveway Spc, Street
Interior
Appliances Information
220 V Elec, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Room Information
Bedroom And Full Bathroom on 1st Floor
# of Rooms: 4
1st FBR, First Floor Master Bedroom, Attic, Unfin.Rm Over Gar
Interior Features
Equipment: Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Pull Down Attic Stairs
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Features: Gazebo, Patio
Exterior Siding: Vinyl
Has Fence
Fence Description: Back Fenced, Privacy, Wood Fence
Above Ground Pool
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Property Information
Property Type: Detached
Style: Bungalow
Foundation Type: Crawl
Ownership Type: Simple
# of Stories: 1
Unit Description: 1 Living Level, Detached Single Family
Utilities
Utilities Information
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Nat Gas
Sewer Type: City/County
Water Type: City/County
Water Heater Type: Gas
Location
Room 1 Information
Room Level: 1
Master Bedroom
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: Simonsdale Elementary
Middle School: William E. Waters Middle
High School: Woodrow Wilson
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 720
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,098 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: —
County: Portsmouth
APN: 04370 390
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Simonsdale Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
3/10
Wm. E. Waters Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
2/10
Manor High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
3/10
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Climate risks
8/10 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, 16 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 • 23701
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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
U.S. average for solar exposure.
9.4 hrs
5.1 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$238,000 – $288,000
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