- For Sale $1,550,000
- Property Type Multi-Family
- Units 24
- Lot Size 1.12 Acre
- Date Updated May 16, 2026
Description
Portsmouth, Virginia, is an independent city within the Hampton Roads region, positioned along the
western banks of the Elizabeth River. Known for its deep maritime history and as the longtime home of
the Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth blends a strong military and industrial presence with a growing
base of healthcare, small business, and entertainment. The city is part of the Virginia Beach–Norfolk–
Newport News metropolitan area, offering residents the combination of waterfront living and regional
connectivity to one of the state’s largest economic hubs.
The area is supported by a diverse economic foundation. Anchored by the U.S. Navy’s shipyard
operations, Portsmouth also benefits from Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center and a variety of local
employers in retail, manufacturing, and services. The recent addition of Rivers Casino Portsmouth has
expanded both job creation and regional entertainment, signaling continued investment and growth.
Residents enjoy access to cultural amenities such as the Atlantic Union Bank Pavilion, historic Olde
Towne, and waterfront parks, all within minutes of neighboring Norfolk and Virginia Beach.
In summary, Portsmouth is a community defined by its strategic waterfront location, strong military
and healthcare anchors, and cultural heritage. Its balance of stability, economic diversity, and metro
accessibility makes it a solid backdrop for long-term residents and a supportive market for
manufactured housing investment.Safe Harbor Estates MHP, a low-
maintenance, tenant-owned home community located in Portsmouth, Virginia.
The park features 24 sites, all 100% occupied by tenant-owned homes with an
average lot rent of $660 per month. With no park-owned homes, ownership enjoys
limited day-to-day responsibility and a highly reliable rent roll. The property is
fully serviced by City Water and City Sewer, currently paid through a master meter
and included in rent, creating immediate upside for a new owner through
submetering or flat bill-back programs. Trash is provided curbside through GFL
and also included in rent, representing another opportunity to pass through costs.
When the current ownership acquired the park in 2021, it was operating at just
30% occupancy with average rents of $225. Through targeted capital
improvements—repaving roads, cleaning up distressed units, and professional
management—the property has been transformed into a fully stabilized and high-
performing community with strong collections and no ongoing maintenance
burdens. All tenants are on month-to-month agreements, allowing for gradual and
predictable yearly rent increases, well-supported by the strong rental market in
Portsmouth.
Beyond the core income stream, the property also includes an undeveloped parcel
adjacent to the community. Currently fenced and used for limited RV parking, this
land offers investors an additional layer of upside through future development
potential or conversion into a separate income-producing asset.
Brinkley MHP represents a rare opportunity to acquire a truly stable, low-
maintenance community in the Hampton Roads metro. With 100% occupancy,
tenant-owned homes, immediate utility bill-back potential, and a clear path for
steady rent growth, this asset is positioned to deliver reliable performance and
long-term value.
Highlights
- 100% OCCUPIED WITH TENANT-OWNED HOMES
- ADDITIONAL ADJACENT LAND THAT CAN BE DEVELOPED
- AND WILL CONVEY 10 RVS WITH THE SALE
- CITY WATER & SEWER WITH UPSIDE TO SUBMETER AND
- ECONOMIC PROFILE
- INCLUDED IN RENTS
- LOW MAINTENANCE ASSET WITH ON-SITE
- MANAGEMENT IS IN PLACE TO HANDLE DAY-TO-DAY
- OPERATIONS
- POSITIONED IN A STRONG MARKET WITH A DIVERSE
- PROVIDING PREDICTABLE, STABLE RETURNS
- RECAPTURE THE UTILITY EXPENSE CURRENTLY
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Contacts
Armand Violi
eXp Commercial
Location
Located at 3401 George Washington Hwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704, this property is part of the Norfolk Naval Shipyard neighborhood and Richmond Tidewater market.
Contact Listing Broker
Armand Violi
eXp Commercial