Why this home stands out
What sets 1406 Hampton Blvd #1 apart is the combination of genuine early-twentieth-century architecture and an almost absurdly walkable location. You're a two-minute stroll from Vang Go Bistro and The Taphouse Grill, a short walk to The Fresh Market, and three minutes by car from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth. Very few Norfolk homes for sale can claim that trifecta of history, convenience, and base proximity.
WEST GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Hampton Boulevard is one of Norfolk's great connective arteries, and the stretch around 23517 has a character all its own — tree-lined blocks of early-twentieth-century homes sitting shoulder to shoulder with independent restaurants, boutique fitness studios, and green spaces that give the area a genuine neighborhood pulse. This part of Norfolk sits just north of Ghent, one of the city's most beloved historic districts, so you get the walkability and creative energy of that scene without being in the thick of it. Norfolk itself is a city built around water, military heritage, and a surprisingly vibrant arts and dining culture. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often land here once they realize how much daily life you can handle on foot — groceries, coffee, a workout, dinner — without touching your car. The 23517 zip code has been quietly attracting buyers who want real neighborhood texture rather than a subdivision.
What's nearby
Step outside and daily errands practically handle themselves. The Fresh Market is 0.2 miles away for quality groceries, and Town Center Cold Pressed — Ghent is just 0.2 miles for a proper morning coffee. Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a tenth of a mile, making weeknight dinners a short walk rather than a commute. When you want to move your body, Meyer Fitness Personal Training Studio, Flourish, and PureCore Pilates are each within 0.2 miles. Yellow Fever Park and Jeff Robertson Park offer quick green-space escapes, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary — a quiet urban refuge — is just 0.4 miles out. Catnip Cat Cafe rounds out the neighborhood's quirky, community-minded personality.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from the front door, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five minutes out — making 1406 Hampton Blvd #1 one of the more strategically located addresses for dual-base households. VA loan eligibility can stretch further here than in pricier zip codes, and the walkable block means one car can genuinely cover most of daily life.
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing homes for sale in 23517 as a first purchase, this address offers something rare: a century-old home with real square footage, a walkable block full of restaurants and green space, and proximity to two military installations — all in a zip code that still has room to grow. It's the kind of address that rewards buyers who do their homework.
More buyer questions
How far is 1406 Hampton Blvd #1 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from this address. USCG Base Portsmouth is about five minutes in the same direction, making the commute straightforward for personnel assigned to either installation.
What is the flood zone status for 1406 Hampton Blvd #1?
Flood zone designation for this address is handled by the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and discussing it with your agent before making any decisions.
What year was 1406 Hampton Blvd #1 built, and what architectural style is it?
The home was built in 1913, placing it firmly in the early-twentieth-century residential tradition common along Hampton Boulevard. Homes of this era in Norfolk typically feature generous room proportions, wood framing, and architectural details that newer construction rarely replicates.
Are there parks or green spaces within walking distance of 1406 Hampton Blvd #1?
Yes — Yellow Fever Park is 0.2 miles away, Jeff Robertson Park is 0.3 miles, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary is 0.4 miles, offering a range of outdoor options from active recreation to quiet nature walks within easy reach.
Where can I find other homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. and homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School near this address?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. and homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School can browse the dedicated school-zone pages on vahome.com, which filter active and past listings by attendance boundary.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this block well. Reach out to get a straight answer on what 1406 Hampton Blvd #1 means for your move.
