Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1918 rarely sit this close to daily conveniences without sacrificing the architectural soul that makes them worth owning. At 2104 Hampton Boulevard, you get both: the craftsmanship of the early twentieth century — think generous room proportions, solid construction, and details that newer builds simply don't replicate — alongside a walkable block where groceries, coffee, and dinner are measured in steps, not miles.
WEST GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Hampton Boulevard is one of Norfolk's great connective corridors, threading through the heart of a city that has been reinventing itself for decades without losing its identity. The stretch near 2104 sits at the edge of the Ghent district — one of the most beloved urban neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. Ghent has the bones of a classic early-twentieth-century streetcar neighborhood: tree-lined blocks, front porches, independent businesses, and a genuine mix of longtime residents and newcomers who chose the area deliberately. Norfolk itself is a city of waterways, military history, and a surprisingly vibrant arts and dining scene. Living on Hampton Boulevard puts you inside that energy rather than on its periphery. You're close enough to downtown Norfolk to catch a show or a game, and close enough to the water to feel the salt air on a weekend walk. The 2104 Hampton Blvd Norfolk VA 23517 address lands you in a ZIP code that rewards people who want real urban texture — not a subdivision approximation of it.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from this address. The Fresh Market is 0.2 miles away for quality grocery runs, and The Vitamin Shoppe is just 0.3 miles out. When you'd rather let someone else cook, Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a tenth of a mile. Coffee options range from the quick stop at 7-Eleven to the neighborhood charm of Catnip Cat Cafe and Town Center Cold Pressed – Ghent, both under 0.2 miles. Fitness is equally convenient — Meyer Fitness Personal Training Studio, Flourish, and PureCore Pilates are all within two blocks. Yellow Fever Park, Jeff Robertson Park, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary round out the green space within a short walk.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is four minutes from the front door, and USCG Base Portsmouth is five. For a military family weighing commute time against quality of life, this address is hard to beat. A VA loan can make a 1918-built home like this one — with real square footage and a walkable neighborhood — genuinely accessible. The proximity to two installations means one move can work for a wide range of assignment scenarios.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've toured newer construction and kept thinking 'it's fine, but it feels hollow,' 2104 Hampton Boulevard is the antidote. A home built in 1918 carries proportions, materials, and a sense of permanence that simply can't be reproduced at scale. With 2,000 square feet across three bedrooms and two baths, there's room to live fully — and a neighborhood full of similarly storied homes to keep the context intact.
More buyer questions
How far is 2104 Hampton Blvd from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately four minutes under normal traffic conditions, making it one of the closest residential addresses in Norfolk to that installation. USCG Base Portsmouth is similarly close at about five minutes.
What neighborhood is 2104 Hampton Blvd in?
The address sits along Hampton Boulevard adjacent to the Ghent district in Norfolk — a historically rich, walkable urban neighborhood known for its early-twentieth-century architecture, independent restaurants, and strong community character.
Is 2104 Hampton Blvd in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is displayed in the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
How old is the home at 2104 Hampton Blvd?
The home was built in 1918, making it over a century old — a genuine piece of Norfolk residential history with the architectural character that era of construction is known for.
What is the square footage and layout of 2104 Hampton Blvd?
The home offers 2,000 square feet of living space configured as three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, a footprint that provides comfortable room-to-room flow typical of early-twentieth-century residential design.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out to get a straight-talking walkthrough of what 2104 Hampton Boulevard means for your situation.
