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901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 — Sold $285,000 by Michael Gray
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701
Another pre-probate listing closed by Michael Gray in Portsmouth City County, VA. Good work.
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701
Final sold price
SOLD$285,000
What sold at 901 Melvin Dr, and for how much?
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 sold for $285,000 on June 2, 2026. The listing was handled by Michael Gray of Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.. The property is a residential, 3 bed, 1 bath, 1,486 sq ft, built in 1956. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Portsmouth City County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $285,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 3 bed · 1 bath |
| Building area | 1,486 sq ft |
| Year built | 1956 |
| County | Portsmouth City County, VA |
| Listing agent | Michael Gray, Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. |
| APN | 0623-0270 |
| MLS # | 10631641 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Portsmouth City County, Virginia from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth VA 23701
Property profile
- Address
- 901 Melvin Dr
- City / state / ZIP
- Portsmouth, VA, 23701
- County
- Portsmouth City County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Single Family Residential
- Beds / baths
- 3 bed · 1 bath
- Year built
- 1956
- APN
- 0623-0270
Mailing address
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 07/29/2019
- Assessed value
- $250,090
- MLS #
- 10631641
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$192Calculated from a 1,486 sq ft building and $285,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value114%Sold price was 114% of the $250,090 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale2,500Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio14%Building footprint covers about 14% of the 10,454 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Pre-probate sales rarely move quickly, but Michael Gray of Long & Foster Real Estate Inc. and Atlantic Coast Realty Corp got 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth VA 23701 in Portsmouth closed cleanly. Atlantic Coast Realty Corp stepped in as the buyer and the family walked away with the certainty they came in looking for. The home closed at $285,000. These are the kind of closes that build a reputation. LeadCruncher is here to help you find the next one.
- Michael Gray, Long & Foster Real Estate Inc.
- Atlantic Coast Realty Corp
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 sell for?
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 sold for $285,000 on 06/02/2026.
When did 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 sell?
The transfer of 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 was recorded on in Portsmouth City County, VA.
Who sold 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701?
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 was listed by Michael Gray, Long & Foster Real Estate Inc..
Who represented the buyer of 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701?
The buyer of 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 was represented by Atlantic Coast Realty Corp.
What kind of property is 901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701?
901 Melvin Dr, Portsmouth, VA 23701 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Single Family Residential. The record lists 3 bed · 1 bath. It was built in 1956.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Portsmouth?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Portsmouth City County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by VA and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Portsmouth City County, Virginia from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Independent sources for anything on this page. The Portsmouth City County, Virginia recorder is the system of record for the deed; the links below explain the pre-probate process around it.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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