8 days on market
$589,900
1213 Botetourt Gdns
Norfolk, Virginia 23517
MLS# 10635097 · GHENT SQUARE · Norfolk VA
Updated May 24, 2026 · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$3,815/mo
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Price / sq ft
$218
2,705 sq ft
Days on market
8
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1978
48 yrs old
Beds
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
2,705
Garage
Yes
Schools
- ElementaryW.H. Taylor Elementary School8/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Welcome to 1213 Botetourt Gardens—an exceptional home blending elegance, versatility, and an unbeatable location. Enjoy idyllic views of the Botetourt Greens from the front and a charming, highly accessible neighborhood just blocks from Sentara Hospital, EVMS, cultural attractions, and more. Inside, you'll find lustrous hardwood flooring, gorgeous trimwork, plantation blinds, and a stunning see-through fireplace. The…
Listed by Ryan Ryckman · The Real Estate Group
VaHome Team property overview
1213 Botetourt Gardens is a 3-bed, 3.1-bath townhome-style residence in the heart of Norfolk's Ghent area, offering 2,705 square feet of living space built in 1978 — steps from a park that shares its name and minutes from two major military installations.
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Why this home stands out
Few addresses in Norfolk put you this close to everything at once: a Harris Teeter literally across the street, a namesake park at your doorstep, Ghent Dog Park two blocks away, and both Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth reachable in under five minutes. The 2,705-square-foot floor plan — with three full baths plus a half bath across three bedrooms — gives you genuine breathing room inside while the walkable surroundings mean you rarely need to drive for daily errands.
GHENT SQUARE and the Norfolk real estate market
Botetourt Gardens sits within Norfolk's beloved Ghent district, one of the most walkable and character-rich urban neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. Tree-lined streets, early-twentieth-century architecture, and a genuine mix of longtime residents and newcomers give the area a sense of place that newer subdivisions simply can't replicate. If you're searching for a house for sale norfolk va that puts you inside a real, living neighborhood rather than on the edge of one, this address delivers. The Ghent corridor runs from the waterfront near the Hague inlet up through a stretch of independent restaurants, coffee shops, galleries, and boutiques along Colley Avenue and 21st Street. Norfolk as a city rewards those who live close to its core — cultural anchors like the Chrysler Museum of Art, Harrison Opera House, and the Norfolk Botanical Garden are all within a short drive, and the downtown business district is easy to reach without ever touching a highway. Ghent's density means walkability scores are genuinely high here, not just on paper.
What's nearby
Daily errands are almost embarrassingly easy from 1213 Botetourt Gardens. Harris Teeter is just 0.1 miles away for full grocery runs, and TASTE and Organic Food Depot are both within 0.4 miles when you want specialty or organic options. Cafe Stella and a nearby Starbucks handle your coffee routine at 0.4 miles out. For fitness, Orangetheory Fitness, Pilates Health & Dance by Everlea, and Danny Guillen training are all within a short walk. Van Wyck Mews park is essentially at your front door, Botetourt Gardens park is 0.1 miles away, and Ghent Dog Park is just 0.2 miles — a genuine luxury for dog owners in an urban setting.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from this address, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes out — as close as it gets without living on base. BAH rates for the Portsmouth/Norfolk area are strong, and a VA loan pairs naturally with a property like this. Whether you're a medical professional stationed at NMCP or a Coast Guard family, the commute math here is hard to argue with.
For buyers drawn to character
If what you want is a home with history and a neighborhood with soul, Ghent delivers. The 1978 construction sits inside one of Norfolk's most architecturally interesting urban districts, surrounded by parks, walkable streets, and neighbors who actually know each other. At 2,705 square feet you're not sacrificing space for character — you're getting both, which is rarer than it sounds in this part of Hampton Roads.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 1213 Botetourt Gardens from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately 3 minutes by car from this address, making it one of the closest off-base residential options for personnel and staff assigned there.
How far is 1213 Botetourt Gardens from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about 4 minutes away by car — a notably short commute for Coast Guard families looking to live in a walkable urban neighborhood.
What is the walkability like around 1213 Botetourt Gardens?
Walkability is exceptional here — a Harris Teeter, multiple parks including Ghent Dog Park, coffee shops, and fitness studios are all within 0.4 miles, and the broader Ghent district's retail and dining corridor is easily accessible on foot.
Is 1213 Botetourt Gardens in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Does 1213 Botetourt Gardens have an HOA?
HOA status for this property should be confirmed through current listing disclosures or directly with the seller — details can shift between ownership cycles and are best verified at the time of inquiry.
Ready to see 1213 Botetourt Gardens in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out to schedule a walkthrough at your convenience.
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Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
2,705
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Energy Star Appliance(s), Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer Hookup
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$589,900
Price / Sq Ft
$218
Annual Taxes
$6,981
Monthly Tax
$582
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.18%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 16, 2026 | $589,900 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $589,900 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$3,815/moPrincipal & interest
$3,061
Property tax
$582
Home insurance
$172
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by The Real Estate Group · MLS# 10635097
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$589,900
1213 Botetourt GDNS, NORFOLK VA 23517
Norfolk, Virginia 23517
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