Why this home stands out
Homes built in 1913 rarely offer this kind of square footage — 2,367 feet across four bedrooms and three baths gives you genuine room to spread out without sacrificing the craftsmanship details that make early-twentieth-century Norfolk architecture worth seeking out. Add a location that puts groceries, restaurants, green space, and two military installations within a short drive or walk, and this address earns its place among standout Norfolk homes for sale.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
West Princess Anne Road sits in a stretch of Norfolk that feels genuinely urban without being overwhelming. The surrounding blocks carry the architectural DNA of the early 1900s — wide front porches, mature street trees, and homes with real history behind their facades. This part of the city blends residential calm with walkable convenience: The Fresh Market is two-tenths of a mile away, independent cafes and bistros are steps from your front door, and small parks dot the landscape in every direction. Norfolk itself is a city of neighborhoods, each with its own personality, and this corridor has long attracted residents who want character, connectivity, and a central location. Families comparing homes for sale in Norfolk often find that addresses along this stretch offer something newer construction simply cannot replicate — a sense of place that took a century to develop. The 23517 zip code is one of the more established in the city, and properties here tend to reflect that maturity in both architecture and community feel.
What's nearby
Daily life is genuinely easy from 729 W Princess Anne Rd. The Fresh Market is a two-minute walk for grocery runs, and a Dollar General sits just three-tenths of a mile out for quick errands. When you want to eat out, Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a block or two. Coffee is covered by Catnip Cat Cafe and Town Center Cold Pressed – Ghent, both under a quarter mile away. For fitness, Meyer Fitness Personal Training Studio, Flourish, and PureCore Pilates are all within two-tenths of a mile. Yellow Fever Park, Jeff Robertson Park, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary give you green space in multiple directions.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from this address, and USCG Base Portsmouth adds a second installation just four minutes out — making 729 W Princess Anne Rd an exceptionally practical choice for active-duty households. VA loan eligibility pairs well with a home this size: four bedrooms and three baths handle deployments, guests, and growing families with room to spare.
For buyers drawn to character
If you've been searching for a home with genuine bones — not a builder's interpretation of vintage style, but the real thing — 729 W Princess Anne Rd was built in 1913 and has the proportions to prove it. Over 2,300 square feet across four bedrooms means you're not trading space for character. This is the kind of address that rewards buyers who know what they're looking for.
More buyer questions
How far is 729 W Princess Anne Rd from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from this address, making it one of the closest residential options to that installation in the area. USCG Base Portsmouth is only a minute farther at roughly four minutes out.
What zip code is 729 W Princess Anne Rd in?
The property falls in the 23517 zip code, one of Norfolk's more established central zip codes. Buyers exploring homes for sale in 23517 will find this corridor offers a strong mix of architectural character and everyday walkability.
Is 729 W Princess Anne Rd in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this property is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data for the address. We recommend reviewing that section alongside any lender flood insurance requirements.
What schools serve 729 W Princess Anne Rd?
Families comparing homes for sale zoned for W.H. Taylor Elementary School and homes for sale zoned for Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep. will find this address falls within those attendance boundaries — the Schools tile on this page has current zoning details.
How walkable is the area around 729 W Princess Anne Rd?
Very walkable — grocery, dining, coffee, fitness studios, and multiple parks are all within four-tenths of a mile, and the broader Ghent and West Freemason corridors add even more options within a short drive or bike ride.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this part of Norfolk well — reach out to get the full picture on 729 W Princess Anne Rd and what it takes to make it yours.
