Why this home stands out
Built in 1914, this condo carries genuine architectural history that newer construction simply can't replicate. At over 1,000 square feet for a one-bedroom, the floor plan is generously proportioned — rare for a downtown urban address. Add a half bath for guests, a walk-out-your-door food and coffee scene, and a two-minute commute to Naval Medical Center Portsmouth, and you have a combination that's genuinely hard to find anywhere else in Hampton Roads.
DOWNTOWN AREA and the Norfolk real estate market
The Downtown Area of Norfolk is one of the most walkable, energetic urban neighborhoods in the region, and 500 Granby St sits right at its center. Granby Street is Norfolk's main cultural corridor — lined with locally owned restaurants, galleries, and event venues that give the neighborhood its distinct personality. Whether you're catching a show at a nearby venue, grabbing a morning coffee, or walking your dog to Flatiron Park, daily life here unfolds on foot. For anyone exploring norfolk real estate, the Downtown Area represents something genuinely different: a dense, connected urban lifestyle inside a mid-sized coastal city. Norfolk itself is a city of neighborhoods, waterfronts, and military heritage, and downtown is where all of those threads come together. The address sits in Norfolk's 23510 zip code, within the City of Norfolk jurisdiction.
What's nearby
Step outside and your options are immediate. Baxter's Sports Lounge, 4 5 6 Fish, and Leone's Italian are all right at your doorstep — no driving required. Three Ships Coffee Roasters is a tenth of a mile away for your morning ritual, and aLatte Cafe is just two blocks further. For provisions, Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli is 0.1 miles out, with Macarthur General Store and Mercato Di Grazia both within a quarter mile. Furry Friends Yoga, DB3 Boxing Gym, and Jim White Fitness & Nutrition Studios all sit within 0.2 miles. Flatiron Park and the Downtown Dog Park are steps from your front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth and USCG Base Portsmouth are both roughly two minutes from 500 Granby St — one of the shortest base commutes you'll find in Hampton Roads. For service members weighing BAH and daily drive time, this address checks both boxes cleanly. A VA loan can make a historic downtown condo like this one surprisingly accessible for eligible buyers.
For first-time buyers
If you're exploring homes for sale in Norfolk Virginia and want to skip the suburbs, #4D is worth a serious look. At 1,010 square feet, it's spacious for a one-bedroom condo, and the 1914 building gives you genuine character rather than generic finishes. Downtown walkability means one car is often enough — and the food, coffee, and fitness options outside your door make everyday life genuinely enjoyable.
More buyer questions
How far is 500 Granby St #4D from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a two-minute drive from this address, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area. The short commute is a consistent draw for medical staff and service members assigned there.
What is the square footage of unit 4D at 500 Granby St?
Unit 4D offers 1,010 square feet of living space with one bedroom and one and a half baths — a notably generous footprint for a downtown Norfolk condo.
Is 500 Granby St #4D in a walkable area of Norfolk?
Yes — the address sits directly on Granby Street in the Downtown Area, with restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and grocery options all within a tenth to a quarter mile on foot.
What year was the building at 500 Granby St built?
The building dates to 1914, giving it over a century of architectural history and the kind of structural character — high ceilings, solid construction, distinct detailing — that newer buildings rarely match.
Is 500 Granby St #4D in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the specific parcel.
Want to know more about 500 Granby St #4D or the Downtown Norfolk market? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty are ready to walk you through every detail — reach out today.