Why this home stands out
Built in 1898, this Mowbray Arch address puts you on one of Ghent's most architecturally celebrated streets, where late-Victorian and Edwardian homes line a graceful, tree-canopied arch. With 4,500 square feet across four bedrooms and four and a half baths, there's genuine room to spread out — and the scale of the home matches the scale of the street's ambition. Few addresses in Hampton Roads combine this era of craftsmanship with this level of walkability.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Ghent is the kind of neighborhood that people move to once and stay in for decades. Developed in the 1890s as Norfolk's first planned streetcar suburb, it has grown into the city's most walkable, culturally rich urban district — a place where century-old architecture, independent restaurants, and waterfront green space coexist on the same block. Mowbray Arch sits at the heart of it, curving alongside The Hague inlet and giving residents front-row access to the Hague Promenade and Beechwood Park. If you've been searching for homes for sale in Ghent Norfolk VA, this address represents the neighborhood at its most authentic: a real street with real history, not a subdivision that borrowed the name. Norfolk as a whole is a city of genuine neighborhoods, and Ghent is the one that residents of every other neighborhood quietly wish they lived in. The Elizabeth River, the Chrysler Museum of Art, and the downtown waterfront are all within easy reach, making this a home that connects you to the full life of the city.
What's nearby
Daily life is exceptionally easy from 406 Mowbray Arch. Beechwood Park and the Hague Promenade are both a short walk away — perfect for morning runs or evening strolls along the water. Zinnia Cafe & Events, Cure Coffeehouse, and Marley's @ the Y! are all within a few blocks for your daily coffee. Dinner options are equally close: The Restaurant at Four Eleven York and ilo bistro are a short walk, and Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli, Macarthur General Store, and Mercato Di Grazia handle everyday grocery needs within half a mile. The Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is just 0.2 miles away, with Fitness Norfolk and Hi Definition Fit Club also nearby.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is three — making 406 Mowbray Arch one of the closest historic-district addresses to either installation in the region. For service members using a VA loan and weighing BAH against the cost of ownership, a home of this size and location in Ghent is worth a serious look. The commute is short; the neighborhood is exceptional.
For buyers drawn to character
If you're drawn to homes that carry genuine history — not the kind manufactured by a developer, but the kind earned over 125 years — Mowbray Arch is a rare find. The street itself is a local landmark, and a 4,500-square-foot Victorian built in 1898 offers the kind of architectural detail, room proportions, and sense of place that newer construction simply cannot replicate. For buyers who want a home with a story, this is it.
More buyer questions
How far is 406 Mowbray Arch from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately two minutes by car from 406 Mowbray Arch, making it one of the most conveniently located historic-district addresses for personnel assigned there. The short commute is a genuine advantage for busy households.
What neighborhood is 406 Mowbray Arch in?
406 Mowbray Arch is located in Ghent, Norfolk's most celebrated historic urban neighborhood. Developed in the 1890s as a planned streetcar suburb, Ghent is known for its Victorian and Edwardian architecture, walkable streets, and strong community identity.
How walkable is Mowbray Arch in Ghent?
Mowbray Arch is among the most walkable streets in all of Hampton Roads. Multiple restaurants, coffee shops, a YMCA, grocery options, and waterfront parks are all within 0.5 miles, making it realistic to handle many daily errands and leisure activities entirely on foot.
Is 406 Mowbray Arch in a flood zone?
Ghent sits adjacent to The Hague inlet, so flood zone status is a relevant question for this address. Check the dedicated FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA flood zone designation and flood insurance requirements specific to 406 Mowbray Arch.
What year was 406 Mowbray Arch built?
The home at 406 Mowbray Arch was built in 1898, placing it among the earliest residences constructed in Ghent during the neighborhood's original development as Norfolk's first planned streetcar suburb.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ghent inside and out — reach out today to schedule a private walkthrough of 406 Mowbray Arch and get honest, experienced guidance on this address.
