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256 Idlewood Ave, Portsmouth, VA 23704, USA
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Amenities for 256 Idlewood Ave
Features
| Central Air | Electric Heating |
| Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Roof Type: Shingle |
Grounds
| Garage Parking | Outdoor Space |
Other
| Architecture Style: Ranch |
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About 256 Idlewood Ave
Property Status: Active Welcome Home! Open floor plan showcasing low maintenance LVP flooring. Granite countertops in the kitchen with stainless appliances. Recessed lighting. Two Pantries. Master bathroom offers a blend of functionally and design with a garden tub and separate shower. Spacious two car garage. Pet friendly with homeowner approval. Near major highways. There is a garage refrigerator. You will love where you live! Copyright © 2026 Real Estate Information Network, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 256 Idlewood Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.3 miles away
- Public transit nearby
- Only 0.8 miles from transit
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Priced higher than average
- 3-bedrooms are $250 more than the median rent in this area
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.7 miles away
Address details
| Zip code | 23704 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Portsmouth
3-bedroom apartments at 256 Idlewood Ave cost about 18% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Portsmouth.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Portsmouth
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,800 |
| December 2024 | $1,800 |
| January 2025 | $1,882 |
| February 2025 | $1,878 |
| March 2025 | $1,890 |
| April 2025 | $1,868 |
| May 2025 | $1,746 |
| June 2025 | $1,757 |
| July 2025 | $1,746 |
| August 2025 | $1,799 |
| September 2025 | $1,800 |
| October 2025 | $1,808 |
| November 2025 | $1,798 |
| December 2025 | $1,797 |
| January 2026 | $1,764 |
| February 2026 | $1,792 |
| March 2026 | $1,846 |
| April 2026 | $1,935 |
| May 2026 | $1,941 |
| June 2026 | $1,961 |
| July 2026 | $1,961 |
| August 2026 | $1,964 |
| September 2026 | $1,982 |
| October 2026 | $1,981 |
| November 2026 | $2,000 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 256 Idlewood Ave
Mount Hermon Preschool Center
3000 north st
portsmouth, VA, 23707
PKPublic
Olive Branch Preschool Center
415 mimosa rd
portsmouth, VA, 23701
PKPublic
Churchland Preschool Center
4061 river shore rd
portsmouth, VA, 23703
PKPublic
Neighborhood
Getting around Portsmouth near 256 Idlewood Ave
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 256 Idlewood Ave, Portsmouth
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
4/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
3/10
Some cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
3/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
3/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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