Why this home stands out
What sets Unit A3 apart is the combination of genuine 1920s character — think thick plaster walls, period proportions, and a building with real architectural bones — with a location that puts you within a half-mile of a full Harris Teeter and a few steps from The Hague Bulkhead. That pairing of historic fabric and everyday convenience is genuinely rare in this price tier of Norfolk.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
610 W Princess Anne Rd #A3 sits in one of Norfolk's most storied urban corridors, where early-twentieth-century apartment buildings and craftsman homes line shaded streets just north of the downtown core. The Hague inlet is essentially your front yard — a calm, photogenic stretch of water that gives the neighborhood an almost European character, with joggers, dog walkers, and kayakers sharing the bulkhead path year-round. This part of Norfolk blends the energy of a walkable city neighborhood with the quieter rhythms of a residential enclave. Ghent, Norfolk's beloved arts-and-dining district, is just a short walk east, bringing independent restaurants, galleries, and weekend farmers markets into easy reach. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine variety — waterfront parks, a thriving arts scene, major medical employment, and one of the largest concentrations of military installations on the East Coast — and this address puts you near the center of all of it without dropping you into the noise.
What's nearby
Daily life is remarkably low-effort from Unit A3. Harris Teeter is half a mile away for a full grocery run, and TASTE is under a mile if you want specialty provisions. For coffee before work, Grand Grounds and EspressOasis are both within two blocks. Press 626 Wine Bar is essentially at your doorstep, and The Retreat Cafe is a two-minute walk for a casual lunch. Staying active is easy too — the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA and Fit Co are both under a mile, and Raleigh Park and Raleigh Avenue Playground are just a block away. The Hague Bulkhead trail is 0.1 miles from your front door.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from Unit A3, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes away — making this one of the tightest base-to-door commutes you'll find in the region. For a service member using a VA loan, a 1,102-square-foot condo in a walkable, historic neighborhood this close to two installations is a genuinely strong setup.
For first-time buyers
If you're stepping into ownership for the first time, Unit A3 offers a manageable entry point into Norfolk's urban core. At 1,102 square feet, there's real livable space here, and the walkable location means you're not dependent on a car for coffee, groceries, or a night out. The 1920s building adds character that newer construction simply can't replicate.
More buyer questions
How far is 610 W Princess Anne Rd #A3 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from Unit A3, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the Norfolk area. USCG Base Portsmouth is just four minutes away.
What is the building's history at 610 W Princess Anne Rd?
The building dates to 1920, placing it among Norfolk's earliest surviving multi-family residential structures. That era of construction typically means thicker walls, larger room proportions, and architectural details that distinguish it from mid-century or modern condos.
Is 610 W Princess Anne Rd #A3 in a flood zone?
The Hague inlet is nearby, so flood zone status is worth reviewing carefully. Check the FloodRisk tile on this page for the current FEMA designation and what it means for insurance requirements.
Where is the nearest grocery store to Unit A3?
Harris Teeter is the closest full-service grocery option at roughly half a mile from the address. TASTE, a specialty grocer, is about 0.8 miles away.
What walkability is like around 610 W Princess Anne Rd?
Walkability is one of this address's strongest attributes — coffee shops, a wine bar, a café, parks, and a YMCA are all within half a mile, and the Harris Teeter grocery run is doable on foot. The Hague Bulkhead trail is a one-minute walk.
Want to see Unit A3 in person or talk through the numbers? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out and let's set up a walkthrough.
