1608 Bain St, Portsmouth, VA, 23704
About This Home
If you have a love for timeless Victorian charm with modern comforts in the heart of Portsmouth, this is the new home you've been searching for! The diamond-pane windows on the upper front elevation evoke classic Gingerbread House architecture. This property includes TWO street blocks (1608 & 1600) With a large, fully fenced yard and peaceful views. The seller has carefully restored this home, blending original charm with modern updates. Features include original hardwood floors, updated kitchen with Gas Range and new fridge, updated bathrooms, Charming built-in diningroom cabinets, New sewer and updated plumbing in crawl plus a tankless water heater. Walk-in closet in Primary Please reach out to Listing Agent for a private showing.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1927
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Construction materials: Shingle Siding,Vinyl Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Microwave,Gas Range,Refrigerator,Washer,Electric Water Heater
- Laundry features: Dryer Hookup,Washer Hookup
Basement
- Basement: Crawl Space
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s),Ceiling Fan(s),Entrance Foyer,Pantry
- Window features: Window Treatments
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Electric
- Fireplace: Yes
- Attic: Scuttle
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total interior livable area: 1,720 sqft
Living Room
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 00600730
- Zoning: UR/AE
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full,Wood,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Lot size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Corner
- Lot size dimensions: 110 x 50 113 x 41
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Space,On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Virginia Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,516 | $18,192 |
| Home Insurance * | $187 | $2,244 |
| Property Taxes | $308 | $3,696 |
| Electricity | $202 | $2,433 |
| Total | $2,213 | $26,556 |
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How Costs Could Change Over Time
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