Why this home stands out
What sets this unit apart is the combination of urban walkability and quick base access that's genuinely hard to find in one package. You're steps from First Watch, Organic Food Depot, and Onelife Fitness, yet Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just three minutes away by car. At 1,204 square feet across two full bedrooms and two baths, there's real breathing room here — not the cramped footprint you'd expect from a city-center address.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Granby Street is one of Norfolk's most recognizable corridors, and the stretch near Unit 311 sits at the southern edge of the Ghent neighborhood — a walkable, arts-forward district that has long been one of the most sought-after pockets in the city. Whether you're browsing for houses for sale norfolk virginia or specifically hunting for a low-maintenance urban condo, this address consistently comes up because of how much lifestyle it packs into a compact radius. Ghent blends early-20th-century architecture with a contemporary dining and retail scene, and the energy here is distinctly neighborhood rather than downtown-transient. Norfolk itself is a city of distinct districts, and Ghent's mix of independent businesses, tree-lined streets, and genuine community character gives it staying power that newer suburban developments rarely match. The building at 1400 Granby was constructed in 2006, so you get modern construction standards inside a neighborhood with real historical texture around it.
What's nearby
Daily errands are almost entirely walkable from Unit 311. Organic Food Depot and Harris Teeter are both within 0.4 miles for groceries, and TASTE is right there as well. First Watch, Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, and Wing Street are all within a tenth of a mile when you want a quick meal. Coffee options are plentiful — Blaze on Granby, The Natural Path Cafe and Studio, and Zeke's are each about 0.4 miles away. For fitness, Pilates, Health & Dance by Everlea is 0.1 miles out, with Danny Guillen and Onelife Fitness - Norfolk Gym both reachable in 0.3 miles. Van Wyck Mews, Botetourt Gardens, and Ghent Square Playground round out the outdoor options nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from 1400 Granby St, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes out — making this one of the tightest base-to-home commutes available in the area. A VA loan can make ownership here straightforward, and the two-bedroom, two-bath layout gives a small family genuine space without the upkeep of a yard.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring norfolk va homes for the first time, a condo on Granby Street is a smart way to enter the market. You get a full 1,204 square feet, two bedrooms, and two baths — enough room to grow — without taking on exterior maintenance. The walkable location means you can live car-light on weekdays, and the Ghent corridor gives you a neighborhood identity that holds value over time.
More buyer questions
How far is 1400 Granby St #311 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 to that base in the Norfolk area.
Is 1400 Granby St #311 part of an HOA?
Yes, as a condominium unit the property is governed by a condo association, which typically covers common-area maintenance and building upkeep — though you'll want to review the specific association documents for details on what's included.
What is the flood zone status for 1400 Granby St #311?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and any relevant details.
How walkable is the Granby Street area of Norfolk?
The area around 1400 Granby St scores very well for walkability — groceries, restaurants, coffee shops, gyms, and parks are all within 0.4 miles, and several dining and fitness options are within a tenth of a mile.
What year was 1400 Granby St built?
The building was constructed in 2006, giving Unit 311 modern structural and mechanical standards while sitting in one of Norfolk's most established and historically textured neighborhoods.
Want to see Unit 311 in person or talk through the numbers? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's set something up.
