For Sale203d on marketHistoric · 96 yrs
485 Porter Ave
Martinsburg, WV, 25401 • 25401 • Berkeley County
$279,999
$153/sqft
-$5,001 since Oct 28, 2025
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
3Baths
1,836Sqft
1930Built
Property DNA
Colonial,Straight Thru Style
Built 1930 · 96 years of history
None Available
25401
Outdoor Living
Porch
Special Features
Above Grade · Outbuilding
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 203 days ago · 652 views · 50 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
652 views
People checking out this listing
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Buyers have saved this home
203 days on market
Established listing
$153/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1930 · Historic
Welcome to 485 Porter Avenue, a charming Martinsburg home blending classic character with thoughtful updates. This spacious property offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms upstairs, with the potential for a 4th flex room. Brand new carpet has just been installed on the upper level, and the entire home has been freshly painted throughout. The main level boasts generous living spaces, including a large living room, formal dining room, and a bright country-style eat-in kitchen with brand new luxury vinyl plank flooring. The kitchen flows into a convenient laundry room with a half bath and easy access to the private backyard courtyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The unfinished basement provides ample storage space, while outside you’ll find a fully fenced yard with an oversized outbuilding, offering endless possibilities for a workshop, studio, or additional storage. With fresh updates, roomy interiors, and a versatile outdoor space, this home is move-in ready and waiting for its next chapter!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fully fenced yard, bright country-style eat-in kitchen, and oversized outbuilding as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,826/month
Principal & Interest$1,453
Property Tax$280
Insurance$93
Down payment20% ($56,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $223,999 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1930
HeatingHeat Pump, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
ParkingOpen Parking
Days on Zillow203 Days
Price/sqft$153
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial,Straight Thru
ConditionExcellent
Year built1930
Stories3
Systems
HeatingHeat Pump, Natural Gas
CoolingCentral Air, Electric
RoofArchitectural Shingle
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingOn Street
BasementExterior Entry,Interior Entry,Unfinished,Walk-Out Access,Windows
FencingChain Link
Location & Tax
Neighborhood25401
Zoning101
Annual tax$1,203
Parcel0206001303740000
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
13 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Luxury Vinyl
Heating
Heat Pump
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Electric
Laundry
Main Level
Accessibility
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Sidewalks
Parking
On Street
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Patio & Porch
Porch
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Natural Gas Available
Sewer Available
Water Available
Electricity Available
Other Structures
Above Grade
Outbuilding
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom1
UpperBedroom2
UpperBedroom3
UpperBathroom1
UpperBathroom2
UpperHalf Bath
MainListing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market203
Est. value$277,600
Est. rent$1,928/mo
Tax rate0.50%
Price/sqft$153
On marketSep 17, 2025
PostedSep 17, 2025
Last sold$25,000
MLS updatedDec 10, 2025
Tour days9
Views652
Favorites50
How are the schools in Martinsburg?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Martinsburg, WV, 25401
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 28, 2025Price Change$279,999$153Bright MLS
Sep 17, 2025Listed For Sale$285,000$155Bright MLS
Mar 1, 1981Sold$25,000$14Agent Provided
Price Change$279,999
Oct 28, 2025•$153/sqft•Bright MLS
Listed For Sale$285,000
Sep 17, 2025•$155/sqft•Bright MLS
Sold$25,000
Mar 1, 1981•$14/sqft•Agent Provided
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$892$77,220
Apr 8, 2024$895$77,040
Apr 8, 2023$895$75,660
Apr 8, 2022$716$67,200
Apr 8, 2021—$63,300
Apr 8, 2020—$61,140
Apr 8, 2019$594$58,680
Apr 8, 2018$536$54,900
Apr 8, 2017$522$53,760
Apr 8, 2016$521$53,460
Apr 8, 2015$517$52,500
Apr 8, 2014$429$46,920
Apr 8, 2013$582$44,820
Apr 8, 2012$582$57,240
Apr 8, 2011$667$63,540
Apr 8, 2010$541$56,700
Apr 8, 2009$502$56,700
Apr 8, 2008$495$56,700
Apr 8, 2007$500$56,700
Apr 8, 2006$518$56,700
Apr 8, 2005$236$35,820
Apr 8, 2004—$31,320
Apr 8, 2003—$29,940
Apr 8, 2002—$24,720
Apr 8, 2001—$24,720
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Martinsburg, WV • Berkeley County
Nearby neighborhoods
Downtown
Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
2540125402254032540425405
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