Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the combination of urban walkability and genuine neighborhood character that Ghent delivers so well. At 1,204 square feet across two full bedrooms and two bathrooms, the floor plan gives everyone their own space. The 2006 construction means you get modern building systems without sacrificing the charm of one of Norfolk's most beloved districts. Granby Street puts daily life at your doorstep in a way few addresses in the city can match.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Ghent is the kind of neighborhood that people move to once and then stay for years — sometimes decades. It occupies a walkable peninsula in the heart of Norfolk, Virginia, defined by tree-lined streets, early-twentieth-century architecture, independent businesses, and a genuinely mixed community of longtime residents and newcomers alike. If you've been searching through homes for sale in ghent norfolk va, you already know the reputation: Ghent consistently ranks as one of the most livable urban neighborhoods in Hampton Roads. The streets around Granby feel active without being overwhelming — coffee shops, boutiques, galleries, and green spaces create a rhythm that rewards walking. Norfolk itself surrounds Ghent with the full infrastructure of a major city: a working waterfront, arts venues, a thriving medical corridor, and fast access to every bridge-tunnel route in the region. Living at 1400 Granby means you're planted at the center of all of it.
What's nearby
Daily errands barely require a car. Organic Food Depot is 0.3 miles away, Harris Teeter and TASTE are both within 0.4 miles, so grocery runs are genuinely quick. For a fast bite, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, Wing Street, and Rally's are all within a tenth of a mile. Coffee options are equally strong — Blaze on Granby, The Natural Path Cafe and Studio, and Zeke's are each about 0.4 miles out. Fitness is covered by Pilates, Health & Dance by Everlea right at 0.1 miles, with Danny Guillen and Onelife Fitness - Norfolk Gym both at 0.3 miles. Van Wyck Mews, Botetourt Gardens, and Ghent Square Playground give you green space within a short walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from 1400 Granby St #213, and USCG Base Portsmouth is just four minutes out. For service members using a VA loan or working through BAH calculations, that commute window is hard to beat in this part of Hampton Roads. Ghent's walkable infrastructure also means a relocating family can settle in quickly without needing two cars for every errand.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring ghent norfolk homes for sale as a first-time buyer, a two-bedroom, two-bath condo in a 2006-built building on Granby Street is a strong entry point into one of Norfolk's most established neighborhoods. The layout gives you a dedicated guest room or home office, the building age means fewer surprise maintenance concerns, and the walkable location means you're not dependent on a car for everyday life.
More buyer questions
How far is 1400 Granby St #213 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a three-minute drive from this address, making it one of the closest residential options in Norfolk for personnel assigned there.
How far is 1400 Granby St #213 from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about four minutes by car, an unusually short commute that puts this condo within easy reach of both major Portsmouth installations.
What is the walkability like around 1400 Granby St in Ghent?
The immediate blocks around 1400 Granby offer some of the highest walkability in Norfolk — groceries, restaurants, coffee shops, fitness studios, and parks are all within 0.4 miles, and the Granby Street corridor is pedestrian-friendly year-round.
Is there an HOA at 1400 Granby St #213?
Yes, this is a condominium property and an HOA is in place; specific fee details and what the association covers are available through the listing documentation.
Does 1400 Granby St #213 fall in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate assessment.
Ready to see 1400 Granby St #213 in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ghent well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough on your schedule.
