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609 Botetourt GDNS, NORFOLK VA 23507 - Main photo
$517,500
$197 / sqft · est. $3,366/mo →
4beds
3.1baths
2,623sqft
30days on market

609 Botetourt Gdns, Norfolk, VA 23507

SoldResidential · built 1977 · GHENT SQUARE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Incredible location in prime spot in Botetourt Gardens in Ghent Square! This home has a perfect balance of contemporary, functional space and floor plan with unique sophistication that can only be found in Ghent! Updated kitchen that opens into multiple spacious living areas. One with a cozy fireplace next to a bar that is perfect for large gatherings and another with awesome built-ins perfect for quiet evenings. The home has a layout that is a combination of open with living spaces that are just separate enough so no one feels cramped. This home is the perfect blend of low-maintenance living with the accessibility of many aspects of suburban life with a detached garage and located on one of the largest open grass areas in Ghent, Botetourt Gardens. HOA is awesome, with a pool, tennis courts, pickleball courts, playgrounds, and more! This one has it all!

Listing courtesy of Samuel Sansalone · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10626323

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

609 Botetourt Gardens is a four-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home in Ghent Square — one of Norfolk's most walkable and character-rich neighborhoods. At 2,623 square feet and built in 1977, it offers generous space just minutes from two major military installations.

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Why this home stands out

Ghent Square addresses are genuinely rare: a planned urban community tucked inside one of Norfolk's most storied districts, where brick-lined streets and mature tree canopy give the block a cohesion you won't find in most of the region. 609 Botetourt Gardens sits inside that pocket, offering four bedrooms and more than 2,600 square feet — a size that's hard to come by this close to downtown Norfolk's walkable core.

GHENT SQUARE and the Norfolk real estate market

Ghent Square occupies a distinctive corner of Norfolk — a thoughtfully designed community from the late 1970s that feels both rooted and alive. The streets here have a rhythm to them: neighbors walk to dinner, jog past pocket parks, and know the baristas by name. It's the kind of place that shows up on lists of houses for sale in norfolk va and immediately catches attention, because the lifestyle it offers is genuinely different from the suburban norm. Norfolk itself is a city of waterfronts, arts districts, and deep military heritage, and Ghent sits at the cultural center of it all. The broader Ghent neighborhood is home to independent restaurants, galleries, and a farmers market that draws crowds on weekends. Ghent Square specifically adds a layer of architectural consistency and community design that makes the enclave feel intentional — a place where the built environment was planned to encourage connection rather than isolation.

What's nearby

Daily life is easy from 609 Botetourt Gardens. Olney Blocks and Olney Road Park are both within a tenth of a mile — perfect for morning walks or an afternoon outside. Beechwood Park is just two blocks further. For coffee, Zinnia Cafe & Events is a two-minute walk at 0.2 miles, and Cafe Milo is right around the corner. Dinner options are equally close: Press 626 Wine Bar, Golden Fortune Restaurant, and Zinnia all sit within 0.3 miles. Groceries are covered by Harris Teeter at half a mile, with Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli and MacArthur General Store both under a mile. Fitness Norfolk, Hi Definition Fit Club, and the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA are all within a short walk.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is three — commutes that are almost unheard of in Hampton Roads. For active-duty families weighing VA loan options or trying to stretch BAH, a four-bedroom home of this size this close to two installations is a combination worth taking seriously. Ghent Square also gives military families a neighborhood with genuine community feel.

For families upgrading

Four bedrooms and three and a half baths across 2,623 square feet gives a growing family real room to spread out — without sacrificing the walkability and neighborhood energy that make daily life enjoyable. You're steps from multiple parks, a short walk from dining and groceries, and inside a community where kids can actually play outside. If you're searching norfolk homes for sale and want space without suburban isolation, Ghent Square delivers.

More buyer questions

How far is 609 Botetourt Gardens from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately two minutes by car from 609 Botetourt Gardens, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the region.

What is Ghent Square like as a neighborhood?

Ghent Square is a planned residential community from the late 1970s set within the broader Ghent district of Norfolk — known for walkability, architectural cohesion, mature landscaping, and proximity to the city's best independent dining and cultural venues.

Is 609 Botetourt Gardens in a flood zone?

Flood zone status for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check there for the current FEMA designation and any insurance implications.

Are there parks within walking distance of 609 Botetourt Gardens?

Yes — Olney Blocks and Olney Road Park are both within 0.1 miles, and Beechwood Park is just 0.2 miles away, making outdoor time genuinely accessible on foot.

Does the Ghent Square neighborhood have an HOA?

Ghent Square does have a homeowners association — specific fee amounts and rules should be confirmed with current association documents during the due-diligence period.

Want to see 609 Botetourt Gardens in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ghent Square well — reach out and they'll set up a walkthrough at your convenience.

Summary generated by AI from public records and publicly available information.

Schools

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Facts & features

The record, sourced

Type

Residential

Year built

1977

Price / sqft

$197

HOA fee

$87/mo

Taxes

$5,320/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10626323

HOA association includes

DockPlaygroundsPoolTennis Cts

$87/mo HOA fee · NA · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
4
Full baths
3
Half baths
1
Approx. sqft
2,623
Stories
3
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic, Laminate/LVP, Wood
Ensuite bedrooms
1
Total rooms
9
Other rooms
Attic, Balcony, Foyer, PBR with Bath, Pantry, Utility Room
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Equipment
Attic Fan, Cable Hookup, Ceiling Fan, Gar Door Opener, Jetted Tub

Construction & exterior

Style
Townhouse
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Wood
Pool
No Pool
Fencing
Back Fenced,Privacy,Wood Fence
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

Heating
Heat Pump, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water heater
Electric
Water
City/County
Sewer
City/County

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
GHENT SQUARE
Zoning
PDMU-4
Ownership
Fee Simple
Garage
Yes
Parking
Garage Det 1 Car, Off Street
Possession
CLOSING
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement

Sources: REIN MLS record · null fields are suppressed, never faked

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone X · outside the high-risk area · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

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Hurricane Evacuation Zone

Evacuation Zone A

Source: Virginia Dept. of Emergency Management — Know Your Zone

Explore this neighborhood

Ghent

Ghent is a historic neighborhood in Norfolk, Virginia, known for its tree-lined streets and early 20th-century architecture.

$285K

Median sale · 12 mo

$233

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

64

For sale now

$83K

HH income

31.7%

Owner-occupied

REIN MLS closed sales, trailing 12 mo · U.S. Census ACS 2024 5-year

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Location intelligence

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Location & Neighborhood

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Military Commute

Drive times to nearest bases

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The numbers

Run the real carrying cost

Estimates only — taxes come from the public record; confirm rates with your lender. VA-eligible buyers: $0-down financing may apply.

Estimate your monthly payment

$3,366/mo

Principal & interest

$2,685

Property tax

$443

Home insurance

$151

PMI

None

HOA

$87

Estimate only. Insurance assumed at 0.35% of home value annually. Actual taxes, insurance, and rate will vary by lender, credit, and property. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Value & history

Judge value on real ground

Why we show no algorithmic estimate.

National AVMs misprice homes whose value drivers they can't see. Instead: the sourced assessment above, the carrying cost, real price history, and honest comparables below.

Price context — similar nearby homes

$523,000 – $700,000

The 6 most similar homes nearby (same city, within ~20% of this size, ~2.5 mi; 6 sold). Context for judging the asking price — not an appraisal or an estimate of this home's value.

723 Yarmouth ST · 0.3 mi · 2,669 sqft$590,000 sold 2026-04
1104 Botetourt GDNS #A-6 · 0.2 mi · 2,500 sqft$700,000 sold 2026-03
270 Tazewell ST · 0.6 mi · 2,602 sqft$700,000 sold 2026-07

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$517,500

Price / Sq Ft

$197

Annual Taxes

$5,320

Monthly Tax

$443

HOA fee

$87 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

1.03%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 6, 2026$517,500—
Price reducedJun 5, 2026$517,500−$2,500
SoldJun 3, 2026$517,500—

Looking for multi-year tax assessments or prior sales? REIN MLS only ships data for the current listing. For full property history, check the city assessor record:

Norfolk Real Estate Assessor

Tax data above from REIN public-records sync. Sale timeline tracked from this listing's first appearance in our feed forward; prior owner sales are not included.

Comparable Properties

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Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 609 Botetourt Gdns in a good school zone?+
The assigned zones on the listing record are Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, Blair Middle (GreatSchools 4/10), Maury (GreatSchools 3/10). School attendance zones can change — always confirm enrollment with the local school division.
Is 609 Botetourt Gdns in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone X, outside the high-risk Special Flood Hazard Area. See the flood section on this page for details and sources.
Is there a gym near 609 Botetourt Gdns?+
Yes — Fitness Norfolk is about 0.3 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 609 Botetourt Gdns?+
Olney Blocks is about 0.1 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 609 Botetourt Gdns?+
Harris Teeter is about 0.5 miles away. The closest dining on record is Zinnia Cafe & Events (0.2 mi).
Does 609 Botetourt Gdns have an HOA?+
Yes — HOA dues are on record for this property (the current amount is shown in the facts section on this page). The association of record is NA. Association amenities on record include: Dock, Playgrounds, Pool, Tennis Cts.
When was 609 Botetourt Gdns built?+
It was built in 1977, per the listing record.

Answers generated from the listing record, verified school zones, FEMA data, and cached nearby-places data — never invented.

The people

You'll talk to a person, not a lead queue

TD

Tom & Dariya Milan

LPT Realty · Hampton Roads · answer their own phone

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Listing courtesy of Samuel Sansalone · Wainwright Real Estate · REIN MLS #10626323

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609 Botetourt Gdns, Norfolk, Virginia 23507 · MLS #10626323 · Source: REIN MLS + public record. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed — verify independently. School zones subject to change; confirm with the local school division. All locations are described by neutral geographic fact. Equal Housing Opportunity.

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