Why this home stands out
Dating to 1908, 622 Redgate Ave delivers nearly 3,000 square feet across six bedrooms and four and a half baths — a footprint that's genuinely rare in this walkable corridor of Norfolk. The bones are century-old craftsmanship: the kind of proportions, trim detail, and street presence that newer construction simply cannot replicate. Add a location that puts two military installations within a four-minute drive, and the address earns its place among the most distinctive Norfolk homes for sale.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Redgate Avenue sits in Norfolk's Medical District, a compact, tree-lined pocket that borders Ghent to the north and the Elizabeth River waterfront to the south. The neighborhood carries the unhurried energy of an established urban village — wide sidewalks, mature canopy, front porches that actually get used. Ghent's gallery row, independent restaurants, and weekend farmers market are a short walk away, while downtown Norfolk's Waterside District and Harbor Park are just minutes by car or bike. Norfolk itself is a city of genuine variety: working waterfront, world-class naval history at the Nauticus museum, and a performing-arts scene anchored by Chrysler Hall. For families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk, the Medical District offers a walkable, character-rich alternative to the suburbs without sacrificing proximity to major employers, bases, or the interstate.
What's nearby
Daily life is remarkably easy from this address. Harris Teeter covers the weekly grocery run at just half a mile, and TASTE adds a specialty option at 0.8 miles. Coffee is practically at the front door — Grand Grounds and EspressOasis are both within two blocks, and Press 626 Wine Bar is literally on the same block for evenings out. The Retreat Cafe is two-tenths of a mile for a casual lunch. Green space is equally close: The Hague Bulkhead, Raleigh Avenue Playground, and Raleigh Park are all within a tenth of a mile. For fitness, the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA and Fit Co are both under a mile, and Colleywood Cuts is four-tenths away.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes out — commutes that make a real difference in daily quality of life. The VA loan is a natural fit for a purchase here, and six bedrooms give military families the flexibility to host extended family during PCS transitions or simply spread out for the long haul. Families weighing homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. and homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School will find 622 Redgate Ave worth a close look.
For buyers drawn to character
If what you want is a home that has a story — original 1908 architecture, generous room proportions, and a street that looks like it belongs on a historic walking tour — 622 Redgate Ave delivers. Six bedrooms and four and a half baths mean there's room for a proper home office, a guest suite, and still space left over. This is the kind of address that rewards buyers who value craft and context over cookie-cutter construction.
More buyer questions
How far is 622 Redgate Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from 622 Redgate Ave, making it one of the closest residential options to the base in the area. USCG Base Portsmouth is just one minute farther at roughly four minutes.
What is the architectural style and age of 622 Redgate Ave?
The home was built in 1908 and reflects the Victorian-era residential architecture common to Norfolk's older urban neighborhoods — characterized by generous room sizes, detailed millwork, and a substantial street presence.
Is 622 Redgate Ave in a walkable area of Norfolk?
Yes — the Medical District location puts grocery, coffee, parks, and restaurants within a few blocks, and the broader Ghent neighborhood's retail and dining corridor is an easy walk north on Colley Avenue.
Is 622 Redgate Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone status for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. It's worth reviewing before making any decisions, as parts of Norfolk's older neighborhoods carry varying flood designations.
Does 622 Redgate Ave have an HOA?
The Medical District is not governed by a mandatory homeowners association, so there are no HOA dues or deed restrictions associated with 622 Redgate Ave beyond standard city ordinances.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this corridor well — reach out to get a straight-talk walkthrough of 622 Redgate Ave and what it could mean for your next chapter in Norfolk.
