Why this home stands out
Built in 1919, this fourth-floor unit carries the kind of bones that newer construction simply can't replicate — thick walls, generous proportions, and a sense of permanence you feel the moment you step inside. At 1,513 square feet, it offers real breathing room for a condo, with two full baths and a layout that separates the bedrooms enough to make working from home or hosting guests genuinely comfortable. The location sits at the edge of Ghent, one of Norfolk's most walkable and culturally alive zip codes.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Zip code 23517 sits at the heart of Norfolk's Ghent district — a neighborhood that has been the city's creative and culinary anchor for decades. Tree-lined streets, early-twentieth-century architecture, and an independent-business culture give Ghent a character that's hard to manufacture. You're close enough to downtown Norfolk to reach it in minutes, yet the neighborhood itself has enough coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and fitness studios that many residents go days without needing to leave. Norfolk as a whole is a city of waterways, military heritage, and genuine urban energy — home to the world's largest naval station and a thriving arts scene anchored by the Chrysler Museum. Families comparing Norfolk homes for sale often land in 23517 specifically because it offers urban convenience without sacrificing neighborhood warmth. The city's mix of historic housing stock and modern amenities makes it one of the most distinctive places to own property in all of Hampton Roads.
What's nearby
Daily life at 736 W Princess Anne Rd #402 is genuinely easy. The Fresh Market is 0.2 miles away for quality groceries, and a Dollar General sits just 0.3 miles out for quick runs. For dining, Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a tenth of a mile — meaning dinner options are a short walk in almost any direction. Catnip Cat Cafe and Town Center Cold Pressed – Ghent handle your coffee needs at 0.2 miles each. Fitness is equally close: Meyer Fitness Personal Training Studio, Flourish, and PureCore Pilates are all within two blocks. Yellow Fever Park and Jeff Robertson Park offer green space within 0.3 miles, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary is just 0.4 miles away for a quieter escape.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is three minutes from the front door, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four. For medical professionals or support staff assigned to either installation, this address eliminates the commute problem entirely. A VA loan pairs naturally with a condo of this age and size, and the walkable Ghent location means a relocating family can get settled fast without needing two cars to manage daily errands.
For first-time buyers
If you're weighing homes for sale in 23517 as a first purchase, this unit makes a compelling case — 1,513 square feet of pre-war construction in one of Norfolk's most walkable neighborhoods, with two full baths and a layout that lives larger than the square footage suggests. The Ghent address puts restaurants, parks, and grocery stores within a short walk, so you're buying into a lifestyle as much as a property.
More buyer questions
How far is 736 W Princess Anne Rd #402 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
The drive is approximately three minutes under normal traffic conditions, making this one of the closest residential addresses in Norfolk to that installation. USCG Base Portsmouth is just four minutes away as well.
What is the square footage and layout of unit #402?
The unit is 1,513 square feet with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms — a generous footprint for a condo, especially in a building with 1919 construction that tends toward taller ceilings and thicker walls than modern builds.
Is 736 W Princess Anne Rd #402 in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is covered in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which reflects the most current FEMA map data available.
What grocery stores and restaurants are within walking distance?
The Fresh Market is 0.2 miles away, and Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a tenth of a mile — making this one of the more walkable addresses among homes for sale in Norfolk.
Are there parks near 736 W Princess Anne Rd #402?
Yes — Yellow Fever Park is 0.2 miles away, Jeff Robertson Park is 0.3 miles out, and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary is 0.4 miles from the front door, offering a mix of active green space and quiet natural habitat.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this zip code well. Reach out to get a straight answer on whether 736 W Princess Anne Rd #402 fits your next move.
