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NorfolkGHENT SQUARE696 Mowbray Arch #560✓ Source: REIN MLS #10631347 · record updated Jun 15, 2026 · synced every 2 min · your inquiry is never resold
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$255,000
$230 / sqft · est. $2,309/mo →
1beds
1baths
1,110sqft
28days on market

696 Mowbray Arch #560, Norfolk, VA 23507

Under ContractResidential · built 1985 · GHENT SQUARE

About this home

The listing, in the seller's words

Enjoy top-floor living with elegant, low-maintenance lifestyle in the treetops. Features soaring vaulted ceilings, bamboo floors, and cozy wood-burning Fireplace. Updated kitchen with SS appliances, and granite counters; custom closets (California Closets). Relax in jetted tub or enjoy NEW $11K deck—ideal for entertaining. Loft perfect for office/gym/guest suite. New WH (2024), reserved parking + ample overflow, on-site storage. Ghent Square amenities: Olympic pool, tennis/pickleball, clubhouse, and more. Prime location near oceanfront, bases, interstates, dining, and shopping.

Listing courtesy of Ryan Ryckman · The Real Estate Group · REIN MLS #10631347

VaHome team overview

Our read on this home

At a glance

Meet 696 Mowbray Arch #560 — a 1,110-square-foot, one-bedroom condo in the heart of Ghent Square, one of Norfolk's most walkable and character-rich neighborhoods. Built in 1985, it puts coffee shops, parks, and two military installations all within a short drive or a quick stroll.

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Why this home stands out

What sets this address apart is the combination of generous square footage for a one-bedroom — 1,110 square feet is genuinely roomy — and a location that drops you right into the Ghent Square community. You're steps from a playground, a block from neighborhood green spaces, and surrounded by independent restaurants and cafes. For a single-level condo lifestyle, the space-to-location trade-off here is hard to beat.

GHENT SQUARE and the Norfolk real estate market

Ghent Square sits inside Norfolk's broader Ghent district, one of the most storied urban neighborhoods in all of Hampton Roads. Tree-lined streets, early-twentieth-century architecture, and a deeply walkable grid give the area a personality that newer suburban developments simply can't replicate. The community has long attracted artists, medical professionals, and military officers who want city texture without sacrificing convenience. If you've been exploring norfolk real estate and wondering where walkability and neighborhood identity actually coexist, Ghent Square is usually the answer locals give first. Norfolk itself is a mid-sized coastal city with a working waterfront, a thriving arts scene, and one of the largest naval complexes in the world — which means the local economy stays resilient and the population stays diverse. The Ghent corridor in particular has seen steady reinvestment over the decades, and the mix of owner-occupied condos, renovated row houses, and neighborhood-scale retail keeps the streetscape active and interesting year-round.

What's nearby

Daily life is genuinely easy here. Ghent Square Playground is right outside your door, and Olney Blocks and Botetourt Gardens are both within a two-minute walk for longer stretches of green space. Grab a meal at Golden Fortune Restaurant or Zinnia Cafe & Events — both just 0.1 miles away — or pick up a coffee at The Natural Path Cafe and Studio, a short 0.2-mile stroll. Groceries are covered by Harris Teeter at 0.4 miles, with Amale Tre Focacceria & Italian Deli and MacArthur General Store rounding out specialty options within half a mile. Fitness Norfolk and Hi Definition Fit Club are both 0.2 miles out.

For different buyers

For military families relocating

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly two minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about three — making 696 Mowbray Arch #560 one of the closest off-base addresses you'll find to both installations. For service members using a VA loan or working within a BAH budget, the combination of short commute and solid square footage in a walkable neighborhood is a genuinely practical fit.

For first-time buyers

If you're browsing homes for sale in Norfolk Virginia and feeling priced out of larger properties, a 1,110-square-foot condo in Ghent Square is worth a serious look. You get a real neighborhood — parks, cafes, restaurants, grocery stores — without the maintenance burden of a detached home. It's a smart entry point into one of Norfolk's most established and walkable communities.

More buyer questions

How far is 696 Mowbray Arch #560 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?

Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately two minutes by car from this address. For personnel stationed there, it's one of the closest off-base residential options available in the area.

How far is 696 Mowbray Arch #560 from USCG Base Portsmouth?

USCG Base Portsmouth is about three minutes away by car, making this condo a practical choice for Coast Guard personnel looking for a short, straightforward commute.

What is the walkability like in Ghent Square?

Ghent Square is one of Norfolk's most walkable neighborhoods — a playground is on-site, multiple parks are within 0.2 miles, and a full range of restaurants, cafes, and grocery stores are reachable on foot in under ten minutes.

Is 696 Mowbray Arch #560 in an HOA?

Yes, this property is part of a condominium association. HOA governance typically covers exterior maintenance and common areas, though you'll want to review the current association documents for specifics on what's included.

Does this address have flood zone considerations?

Flood zone designation for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page — check that section for the most current FEMA map data specific to this address.

Want to know more about 696 Mowbray Arch #560 or Ghent Square? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk through whether this address fits your plans.

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

1985

Price / sqft

$230

Condo fee

$600/mo

HOA fee

$75/mo

Taxes

$2,833/yr

County

Norfolk VA

Waterfront

Yes

MLS #

10631347

Association amenities

ClubhouseGround MaintPlaygroundsPoolTennis CtsTrash Pickup

$600/mo condo fee + $75/mo HOA fee · Mowbray Arch Condo Association · per the REIN MLS listing record — confirm inclusions with the association.

Interior

Bedrooms
1
Full baths
1
Approx. sqft
1,110
Stories
2
Flooring
Bamboo, Carpet, Ceramic
Total rooms
4
Other rooms
Assigned Storage, Loft, Utility Closet
Interior features
Bar, Cathedral Ceiling, Fireplace Wood, Primary Sink-Double, Scuttle Access, Window Treatments
Appliances
220 V Elec, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Dryer Hookup, Microwave, Elec Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer Hookup
Equipment
Cable Hookup, Jetted Tub

Construction & exterior

Style
Contemp
Subtype
Attached
Foundation
Crawl
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Exterior
Brick
Exterior features
Deck
Pool
No Pool
Waterfront
Not Waterfront

Utilities & systems

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

Lot, parking & ownership

Subdivision
GHENT SQUARE
Unit / floor
560
Ownership
Condo
Garage
No
Parking
1 Space, Assigned/Reserved, Lot, Off Street
Possession
SETTLEMENT
Disclosures
Common Interest Community, Disclosure Statement, Resale Certif Req

See more Norfolk condos & townhomes.

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

Flood & environment

FEMA flood zone AE · base flood elevation 8 ft · Special Flood Hazard Area (flood insurance typically required) · FIRM 510104

Flood Risk

Looking up FEMA flood zone…

Zone AE typically means lenders require flood insurance — factor it into the monthly numbers below.

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.

$288K

Median sale · 12 mo

$232

Sold $/sq ft

23d

Days on market

62

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

$2,309/mo

Principal & interest

$1,323

Property tax

$236

Home insurance

$74

PMI

None

HOA

$675

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

Asking vs. assessment

111% of $230,200

City assessment record · taxes $2,833/yr

Land share of assessed value

24% — $55,900

Improvements $174,300 · assessor record ✓

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

$210,000$274,000

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.

415 Saint Pauls BLVD #309 · 0.8 mi · 1,113 sqft$260,000 sold 2026-06
415 Saint Pauls BLVD #509 · 0.8 mi · 1,113 sqft$274,000 sold 2026-03
415 Saint Pauls BLVD #205 · 0.8 mi · 1,079 sqft$260,000 sold 2026-04

Sale & Tax History

List Price

$255,000

Price / Sq Ft

$230

Annual Taxes

$2,833

Monthly Tax

$236

HOA + condo fees

$675 / mo

Tax Rate (effective)

1.11%

Sale Timeline (this listing)

EventDatePriceDetail
ListedMay 18, 2026$255,000
Currently listed$255,000

Public-Records Assessment

Source: City Assessor via Hampton Roads Regional Parcels.

11% above assessment

Total Assessed

$230,200

Land

$55,900

Improvement

$174,300

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

Comps are selected by city, bed count, square footage and price proximity. Composite similarity score weights bed match, sqft variance, price variance, and straight-line distance.

Questions buyers ask

Real questions, answered from the record

Is 696 Mowbray Arch #560 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 696 Mowbray Arch #560 in a flood zone?+
FEMA maps this parcel in Zone AE with a base flood elevation of 8 ft — a high-risk flood band where lenders typically require flood insurance. See the flood section on this page for the full details and sources, and verify with an elevation certificate.
Is there a gym near 696 Mowbray Arch #560?+
Yes — Fitness Norfolk is about 0.2 miles away, per the cached nearby-places record for this address.
Are there parks near 696 Mowbray Arch #560?+
Ghent Square Playground is about 0 miles away.
Where is the nearest grocery store to 696 Mowbray Arch #560?+
Harris Teeter is about 0.4 miles away. The closest dining on record is Golden Fortune Restaurant (0.1 mi).
Does 696 Mowbray Arch #560 have an HOA or condo association?+
Both — this unit carries a condo association fee and a separate HOA (property owners association) fee. Current amounts for each are shown in the facts section on this page. The association of record is Mowbray Arch Condo Association. Association amenities on record include: Clubhouse, Ground Maint, Playgrounds, Pool, Tennis Cts, Trash Pickup.
When was 696 Mowbray Arch #560 built?+
It was built in 1985, per the listing record.

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

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