Why this home stands out
Homes of this scale and vintage are genuinely rare. Built in 1922, 1349 Graydon Ave delivers 3,805 square feet of early-twentieth-century craftsmanship in one of Norfolk's most storied residential corridors. Four bedrooms and three and a half baths give everyone room to spread out, while the century-old bones — think generous room proportions, solid construction, and architectural details you simply can't replicate — make this address stand apart from anything built in the last fifty years.
WEST GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
West Ghent is the kind of neighborhood that earns genuine loyalty. Tree-lined streets, early-1900s architecture, and a tight-knit community character set it apart from virtually every other corner of Norfolk. Graydon Avenue sits at the heart of it all — a quiet, residential stretch where neighbors actually know each other and front porches still get used. When people search for houses for sale in Norfolk and picture a walkable, character-rich urban neighborhood, this is the mental image they land on. West Ghent borders the broader Ghent district, putting you within easy reach of the Lafayette River, the Chrysler Museum of Art, and the eclectic mix of independent shops and restaurants along Colley Avenue. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine energy — a working waterfront, a thriving arts scene, and a deep military history — and West Ghent is arguably its most livable residential neighborhood.
What's nearby
Daily life is remarkably easy from Graydon Ave. Westover Memorial Park and Graydon Park are both within a two-minute walk, and Fergus Reid Tennis Park is just around the corner. Grab a proper cup at FR8 House Coffee Co. or Vessel Craft Coffee, both under half a mile away. Torch Bistro and Orapax Restaurant and Bar handle dinner without requiring a drive. Groceries are covered by The Fresh Market, Food Lion, and Dollar General, all within 0.6 miles. For fitness, Lacey Lee Fitness, Shark City Barbell, and Fit Co are all within walking distance — a genuinely unusual concentration of options.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a four-minute drive from 1349 Graydon Ave, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes out. For service members using a VA loan or stretching BAH, landing a home of this size — 3,805 square feet, four bedrooms — this close to two major installations is a real find. West Ghent's stability and walkability make it a neighborhood families tend to stay in for the long haul.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been scrolling past cookie-cutter construction and waiting for something with actual history, 1349 Graydon Ave is worth a serious look. A 1922 build at this square footage means real plaster walls, oversized windows, and room layouts that reflect an era when space was designed with intention. West Ghent's architectural consistency means the whole street reinforces that feeling — this isn't an old house on a modern block.
More buyer questions
How far is 1349 Graydon Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately four minutes by car from 1349 Graydon Ave, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
What neighborhood is 1349 Graydon Ave in?
The property is located in West Ghent, one of Norfolk's most established and walkable historic neighborhoods, known for its early-twentieth-century architecture and strong community character.
Is 1349 Graydon Ave 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 property.
How walkable is the Graydon Ave area of West Ghent?
Very walkable — parks, coffee shops, restaurants, gyms, and grocery stores are all within half a mile, and the broader Ghent commercial corridor along Colley Avenue is easily reachable on foot.
What is the square footage of 1349 Graydon Ave?
The home offers 3,805 square feet of living space across four bedrooms and three and a half baths, making it one of the larger single-family footprints available in West Ghent.
Ready to walk through 1349 Graydon Ave in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know West Ghent well — reach out and let's set up a time that works for you.
