Well-maintained and move-in ready, this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home at 73 Gillis Road offers many updates and a convenient Portsmouth location. The renovated eat-in kitchen features shaker-style cabinetry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a deep sink, and plenty of space for everyday dining. The open-concept living area flows into a spacious sunroom, providing additional living or entertaining space filled with natural light. Along the hall, you’ll find both bedrooms, a centrally located full bathroom with a skylight, and a convenient laundry and linen closet. Outside, enjoy relaxing on the covered front porch or spending time in the privacy-fenced backyard, complete with a fire pit and a producing pecan tree. The detached garage with electricity and a separate workshop offers excellent space for hobbies, storage, or projects. Conveniently located near the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard, Paradise Creek Nature Park, Cradock Public Library, Children’s Museum of Virginia, military installations, shopping, dining, and major roadways, this home is an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a move-in-ready property. Some images are virtually staged.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$297Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Angela Kennedy• 1st Class Real Estate Integrity
Bought with Ashley Chapman• VA Realty Professionals
Est. $1,170 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 73 Gillis Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
REINMLS #10642671
Aug 18, 2026
Sold
$223,000
$297/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Listed
$215,000
$287/sq ft
REINMLS #10583119
May 21, 2025
Rental Removed
$1,500
$2/sq ft
May 13, 2025
Listed for Rent
$1,500
$2/sq ft
REINMLS #10522735
Mar 17, 2024
Rental Removed
$1,500
$2/sq ft
Mar 7, 2024
Listed for Rent
$1,500
$2/sq ft
REINMLS #10319076
Jul 13, 2020
Price Changed
$109,900
$147/sq ft
May 29, 2020
Price Changed
$115,000
$153/sq ft
May 11, 2020
Listing Removed
—
May 11, 2020
Listed
$109,000
$145/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 21, 2004
Sold
$80,000
$107/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,000 (+4.1%)
$56,000 + $105,270
$161,270
2025
$1,921 (+1.3%)
$56,000 + $105,270
$161,270
2024
$1,897 (+1.3%)
$50,960 + $103,920
$154,880
2023
$1,873 (+13.4%)
$50,960 + $103,240
$154,200
2022
$1,652 (+15.1%)
$50,960 + $93,080
$144,040
2021
$1,435 (+8.6%)
$40,770 + $86,300
$127,070
2020
$1,322 (−2.9%)
$30,880 + $79,520
$110,400
2019
$1,361
$29,410 + $72,270
$101,680
2018
$1,361 (+1.3%)
$29,410 + $75,280
$104,690
2017
$1,344
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
2016
$1,344
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
2015
$1,344 (+2.4%)
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
2014
$1,313 (−7.8%)
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
2013
$1,424
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
2012
$1,424
$29,410 + $73,980
$103,390
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
750
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Portsmouth
APN
04050 310
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 6, 2026.
HR
CRADOCK
Historic Residential Sub-District
The HR sub-district is intended for residential uses, but also allows some public and institutional uses, all subject to the use-specific standards in Sec. 40.2-217 Use-Specific Standards.
Zone overlays
Cradock Historic District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Bed & breakfast
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Sq. Ft.: 400
Has Garage
Garage Det 1 Car, Close to Mass Transit, Multi Car, Driveway Spc
Interior
Virtual Tour
Appliances Information
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Dryer, Energy Star Appliance(s), Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
Num Beds With Ensuite: 0
Room Information
Bedroom And Full Bathroom on 1st Floor
# of Rooms: 5
1st FBR, First Floor Master Bedroom, Attic, Porch, Sun Room, Utility Closet, Workshop
Interior Features
Equipment: Ceiling Fan
Flooring Type: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Pull Down Attic Stairs, Skylights, Window Treatments
Exterior
Exterior Information
Exterior Siding: Vinyl
Has Fence
Fence Description: Back Fenced, Privacy, Wood Fence
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Lot Information
Approximate Acres: 0.1200
Lot Dimensions: 5,227 AREA
Lot Front: 50
Lot Depth: 100
Property Information
Property Type: Detached
Style: Cottage, Ranch
Additional Structures: Det.Workshop
Accessibility: Main Floor Laundry
Energy Efficiency: Storm Doors
Foundation Type: Crawl
Ownership Type: Simple
# of Stories: 1
Unit Description: 1 Living Level, Detached Single Family