Why this home stands out
What sets 1031 Redgate Avenue apart is the rare combination of pre-WWI architectural bones — the kind of craftsmanship you simply cannot replicate in new construction — paired with a location that puts two military installations, a full grocery run, and a half-dozen restaurants within easy walking distance. At 2,486 square feet on a three-bedroom, two-bath footprint, there's genuine room to spread out in a neighborhood where that scale of older home is increasingly hard to find among Norfolk homes for sale.
WEST GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Redgate Avenue sits in the 23507 zip code, a stretch of Norfolk that feels genuinely lived-in — tree-lined blocks of early-twentieth-century homes, a mix of longtime residents and newcomers drawn by the walkability and the architecture. The surrounding area is sometimes called the Ghent-adjacent corridor, and it carries that same energy: independent businesses, mature canopy trees, and a streetscape that rewards walking. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct neighborhoods, and this corner of it has the kind of quiet confidence that comes from more than a century of continuous habitation. Westover Memorial Park is a literal one-minute walk away, and the broader park network here — Graydon Park, Fergus Reid Tennis Park — means green space is never a detour, it's just part of the daily rhythm. Families comparing homes for sale in 23507 will find this block anchors a pocket of the city that balances urban convenience with genuine neighborhood calm.
What's nearby
Daily errands are almost entirely on foot from 1031 Redgate. Orapax Restaurant and Bar is two-tenths of a mile away for a relaxed dinner; Torch Bistro is just a few blocks further. Coffee is covered by Vessel Craft Coffee at 0.4 miles and FR8 House Coffee Co. at half a mile — both worth the short walk. Groceries are easy: The Fresh Market, Food Lion, and Dollar General all land under a mile. For fitness, Shark City Barbell, Lacey Lee Fitness, and Fit Co are all within four-tenths of a mile, so skipping the gym has no good excuse here. Westover Memorial Park, Graydon Park, and Fergus Reid Tennis Park round out a walkable lifestyle that's hard to match in this price tier.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from the front door, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes out — making 1031 Redgate Avenue one of the closest non-base-adjacent addresses to both installations. For active-duty households using a VA loan, that commute math is hard to argue with, and the 2,486-square-foot layout gives families real breathing room between deployments and duty rotations.
For buyers drawn to character
Built in 1910, this home is the kind of property that draws buyers who know the difference between a house and a piece of history. The scale — 2,486 square feet across three bedrooms — is unusual for the era, and the Redgate Avenue address puts you in a corridor where the architectural fabric has been largely preserved. If you've been browsing homes for sale in Norfolk specifically for pre-war character, this block deserves a serious look.
More buyer questions
How far is 1031 Redgate Avenue from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from 1031 Redgate Avenue, making it one of the shortest commutes available to NMCP personnel among off-base addresses in this part of Norfolk.
What zip code is 1031 Redgate Avenue in?
The property is in zip code 23507, a historically rich Norfolk zip that covers the Ghent-adjacent corridor and is among the most walkable in the city.
Is 1031 Redgate Avenue in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA map classification and any relevant insurance context.
What schools serve homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep.?
School zoning for 1031 Redgate Avenue is covered in the Schools tile on this page, which pulls current Norfolk Public Schools assignments directly.
Are there parks within walking distance of 1031 Redgate Avenue?
Yes — Westover Memorial Park is just one-tenth of a mile away, Graydon Park is two-tenths of a mile, and Fergus Reid Tennis Park is also within a two-minute walk, making this one of the greener pockets of the 23507 zip.
Tom and Dariya Milan know this corridor well — reach out to get a straightforward read on 1031 Redgate Avenue and what it could mean for your next move.
