9 days on market
$725,000
715 Colonial Ave
Norfolk, Virginia 23507
MLS# 10636799 · GHENT · Norfolk VA
Updated 4 days ago · Source: REIN MLS
Est. payment
$4,689/mo
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Price / sq ft
$193
3,759 sq ft
Days on market
9
New listing
HOA
None
Year built
1888
138 yrs old
Beds
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Sq Ft
3,759
Garage
No
Schools
- ElementaryW.H. Taylor Elementary School8/10
- MiddleBlair Middle School4/10
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About this home
Welcome Home to this stunning 1888 three-story brick Victorian, full of timeless charm and character! Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, this home offers a gourmet kitchen with commercial-grade gas range, granite countertops and stainless steel appliances.You'll love the high ceilings, elegant moldings, hardwood floors, pocket doors and five decorative fireplaces throughout. The grand staircase and wide entry ha…
Listed by Jennifer Wehr · RE/MAX Alliance
VaHome Team property overview
Meet 715 Colonial Avenue — a five-bedroom, 1888 Victorian in the heart of Ghent, Norfolk, offering 3,759 square feet of historic character, 3.1 baths, and a walkable address steps from Stockley Gardens and some of the city's best dining.
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Why this home stands out
Few addresses in Norfolk put you this close to everything Ghent has to offer while wrapping you in genuine late-19th-century architecture. At 3,759 square feet across five bedrooms, this 1888 home gives you the kind of room-to-room scale that newer construction rarely matches — original-era bones paired with a neighborhood that has only grown richer over the decades. It's a rare combination of size, age, and location.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Ghent is one of Norfolk's most beloved urban neighborhoods, and 715 Colonial Avenue sits right in the thick of it. Developed in the late 1800s and early 1900s, the district is defined by tree-lined streets, Victorian and Colonial Revival architecture, and an independent-minded mix of cafés, galleries, wine bars, and green spaces. The Hague waterway traces the neighborhood's northern edge, Stockley Gardens anchors its cultural heart, and Colley Avenue hums with daily life just a short walk away. If you've been searching through homes for sale in Ghent Norfolk VA, you already know this neighborhood commands attention — and Colonial Avenue delivers one of its most storied addresses. Norfolk as a city offers deep roots in military history, a growing arts scene, and a waterfront identity that shapes daily life across every zip code. Ghent, though, feels like its own small city within the city: walkable, architecturally rich, and genuinely neighborly in a way that's hard to manufacture.
What's nearby
Daily errands are effortless from 715 Colonial. Harris Teeter is just 0.4 miles away for full grocery runs, and TASTE is another nearby option at 0.6 miles. For your morning coffee, Grand Grounds and Zinnia Cafe & Events are both within 0.3 miles. Press 626 Wine Bar is a two-minute walk at 0.2 miles — perfect for low-key evenings out. Fitness Norfolk and Hi Definition Fit Club are each 0.4 miles away when you're ready to train. Best of all, Stockley Gardens, Olney Road Park, and The Hague Bulkhead are all within 0.2 miles, giving you green space and waterfront access practically at your doorstep.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is roughly a two-minute drive from 715 Colonial, and USCG Base Portsmouth is about three minutes away — making this one of the shortest commutes in the region for personnel assigned to either installation. BAH rates for the Norfolk area are strong, and a VA loan is a natural fit for financing a historic home of this size and caliber in Ghent.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been hunting ghent norfolk homes for sale specifically because you want something with genuine architectural soul, 715 Colonial Avenue is the answer. Built in 1888, it carries the proportions, detailing, and street presence that define Ghent's most admired blocks — five bedrooms and 3,759 square feet of space that no new-construction alternative can replicate.
Frequently asked questions
How far is 715 Colonial Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately a two-minute drive from 715 Colonial Avenue, making it one of the closest residential options in Norfolk for personnel assigned there.
What neighborhood is 715 Colonial Ave in?
715 Colonial Avenue is located in Ghent, one of Norfolk's most walkable and historically significant urban neighborhoods, known for its Victorian architecture, independent restaurants, and proximity to The Hague waterway.
Is 715 Colonial Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for 715 Colonial Avenue is available in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the most current FEMA map data for the property.
How walkable is the area around 715 Colonial Ave?
Extremely walkable — Stockley Gardens and Olney Road Park are within 0.1 miles, Press 626 Wine Bar is 0.2 miles away, and Harris Teeter is just 0.4 miles, putting groceries, dining, coffee, and green space all within easy walking distance.
Does 715 Colonial Ave have a garage?
Garage and parking details for 715 Colonial Avenue are listed in the property specs section above; for a home of this era and lot configuration in Ghent, it's worth confirming directly with your agent.
Want to walk through 715 Colonial Avenue in person? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ghent inside and out — reach out and let's set up a tour.
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Flood Risk
Property Details
Bedrooms
5
Full Baths
3
Half Baths
1
Approx Sq Ft
3,759
Stories
3
Fireplaces
0
Flooring
Ceramic, Wood
Heating
Cooling
Laundry
Interior Features
N/A
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Sale & Tax History
List Price
$725,000
Price / Sq Ft
$193
Annual Taxes
$8,589
Monthly Tax
$716
HOA
None
Tax Rate (effective)
1.18%
Sale Timeline (this listing)
| Event | Date | Price | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Listed | May 28, 2026 | $725,000 | — |
| Currently listed | — | $725,000 | — |
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About buying in Norfolk
Homes for sale in Norfolk, VA range from historic district townhouses in Ghent (23507) and waterfront condos along the Elizabeth River to ranch-style family homes in Larchmont, Lochaven, and Lafayette-Winona. As the cultural and economic heart of Hampton Roads, Norfolk offers something for nearly every buyer: $200K starter homes in Ocean View (23503, 23518), $400K-$600K Craftsman bungalows in Ghent and West Ghent (23517), executive homes near Old Dominion University (23508), and luxury riverfront properties in Larchmont and Algonquin Park. Norfolk's biggest employer is Naval Station Norfolk — the largest naval base in the world — and the city is also home to Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Old Dominion University, and Norfolk State University. The active-duty military and academic communities drive steady year-round demand. Public schools include Maury High School in Ghent and Granby High School in Ocean View, and historically strong specialty programs at the Governor's School for the Arts. Buyers searching the 23510 (downtown) and 23508 (West Ghent / ODU corridor) ZIP codes will find the strongest mix of urban walkability and historic architecture; 23503 and 23518 (Ocean View) offer the most affordable waterfront entry points in Hampton Roads. The Norfolk MLS inventory below updates every 5 minutes from the REIN feed.
Military Commute
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Estimate your monthly payment
$4,689/moPrincipal & interest
$3,762
Property tax
$716
Home insurance
$211
PMI
None
HOA
None
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Listed by RE/MAX Alliance · MLS# 10636799
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$725,000
715 Colonial AVE, NORFOLK VA 23507
Norfolk, Virginia 23507
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