Why this home stands out
What sets 1401 Colonial Ave apart is its rare combination of urban walkability and solid 2005 construction in a neighborhood that typically runs older. You're within a two-minute walk of a Harris Teeter, Cogans Pizza, Starbucks, and the Ghent Dog Park — a daily-errand score most Norfolk addresses simply can't match. Add sub-five-minute drives to two major military installations, and the location does a lot of heavy lifting.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Colonial Avenue runs through one of Norfolk's most beloved and livable corridors, connecting the Ghent neighborhood to the broader city with a walkable, tree-lined character that feels genuinely urban without feeling crowded. Ghent has long been the go-to pocket of Norfolk for people who want independent restaurants, local coffee shops, and a neighborhood with actual personality — and Colonial Ave sits right in the thick of it. Whether you're browsing the weekend farmers market, grabbing a post-workout coffee at Cafe Stella, or walking the dog over to Botetourt Gardens, daily life here has an ease to it that's hard to replicate elsewhere in the region. Norfolk itself is a city of real depth — waterfront culture, a thriving arts scene, and a military presence that keeps the economy steady. For buyers exploring va loan homes norfolk, this address checks a lot of boxes: proximity to bases, walkable amenities, and a neighborhood with lasting appeal. The city of Norfolk falls under Norfolk's independent city jurisdiction, meaning no county layer between you and city services.
What's nearby
Groceries are almost absurdly convenient here — Harris Teeter is 0.1 miles away, and TASTE is just 0.3 miles out for specialty finds. Coffee runs are equally painless: Starbucks and Cafe Stella are both within two blocks. When you're ready to eat out, Cogans Pizza Ghent is a neighborhood staple just 0.2 miles away. For fitness, you've got real options — Orangetheory Fitness and The House of Muay Thai are both within 0.3 miles. Green space is woven right into the neighborhood, with Ghent Dog Park at 0.1 miles, Van Wyck Mews at 0.2 miles, and Botetourt Gardens a short stroll at 0.3 miles.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from 1401 Colonial Ave, and USCG Base Portsmouth is just four minutes out — making this one of the shortest commutes in the region for personnel assigned to either installation. A VA loan can make this address even more accessible, and the walkable Ghent location means a second car isn't a daily necessity. That's a meaningful quality-of-life win for busy military households.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring houses to buy in Norfolk for the first time, 1401 Colonial Ave offers something genuinely rare: a 2005-built home in a walkable, established neighborhood where you can actually leave the car parked. At 2,050 square feet with three bedrooms and two and a half baths, there's real room to grow here. The Ghent location means you're buying into one of Norfolk's most consistently desirable corridors — a strong foundation for a first purchase.
More buyer questions
How far is 1401 Colonial Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a three-minute drive from 1401 Colonial Ave, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area.
What neighborhood is 1401 Colonial Ave in?
1401 Colonial Ave sits along the Colonial Avenue corridor in Norfolk's Ghent area, one of the city's most walkable and well-established urban neighborhoods.
Is 1401 Colonial Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 1401 Colonial Ave is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the current FEMA designation and risk level.
How walkable is 1401 Colonial Ave?
Very walkable — a Harris Teeter, Starbucks, Cogans Pizza Ghent, and the Ghent Dog Park are all within 0.2 miles, and Orangetheory Fitness and Botetourt Gardens are within a short stroll at 0.3 miles.
Does 1401 Colonial Ave have an HOA?
HOA status for 1401 Colonial Ave should be confirmed through current disclosure documents; check the property details section of this page or reach out directly for the most accurate information.
Want to know more about 1401 Colonial Ave or the Ghent corridor? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through it.
