Why this home stands out
What sets this address apart is the rare combination of genuine urban walkability and a quick commute to two major military installations. At 1,500 square feet, this is a full-sized two-bedroom, two-bath condo — not a compact studio trade-off. Ghent's tree-lined streets, independent dining, and neighborhood parks are essentially outside your building, while Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just three minutes away by car.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Unit #404 sits in one of Norfolk's most distinctive and enduring neighborhoods. Ghent is the kind of place people move to and then never want to leave — a walkable, arts-forward district with a strong sense of identity built over more than a century. Brick sidewalks, mature oaks, and a mix of early-20th-century architecture give the area a character that newer suburbs simply can't replicate. Locally owned restaurants, boutique fitness studios, coffee spots, and specialty grocers cluster within a few blocks, so daily errands rarely require a car. Norfolk itself is a city of real texture — waterfront parks, a thriving arts scene, and a deep naval heritage that shapes everything from the economy to the community calendar. Living at 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404 puts you inside one of Norfolk's most sought-after zip codes, 23517, where neighborhood pride runs high and walkability scores consistently rank among the city's best.
What's nearby
Groceries are covered by The Fresh Market just 0.2 miles away, with Dollar General and The Vitamin Shoppe both within 0.3 miles. For dining, Vang Go Bistro, Yummy Wok, and The Taphouse Grill are all within a tenth of a mile — a genuine walk-to-dinner situation. Coffee and morning fuel come from Catnip Cat Cafe and Town Center Cold Pressed - Ghent, both 0.2 miles out. Fitness options are equally close: Meyer Fitness Personal Training Studio, Flourish, and PureCore Pilates are all within two blocks. Yellow Fever Park (0.2 mi), Jeff Robertson Park (0.3 mi), and the Weyanoke Bird & Wildflower Sanctuary (0.4 mi) give you green space in multiple directions.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is a three-minute drive from 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four minutes out. For service members and their families, that kind of proximity to two installations — without sacrificing access to a real, walkable neighborhood — is genuinely hard to find. VA loan eligibility makes a full 1,500-square-foot condo in Ghent a very practical conversation to have.
For first-time buyers
If you've been weighing a condo versus a smaller single-family home, 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404 makes a compelling case. At 1,500 square feet with two full bedrooms and two baths, there's real room to grow. Add Ghent's walkable amenities — grocery, dining, parks, and fitness — all within a few blocks, and you're looking at a lifestyle that's hard to outgrow quickly.
More buyer questions
How far is 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404 from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes by car from this address. USCG Base Portsmouth is just one minute farther, making this condo one of the more commute-friendly options in the Ghent area for personnel at either installation.
What is the square footage of unit #404 at 810 W Princess Anne Rd?
The unit is 1,500 square feet with two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, built in 2003 — a generous footprint for a condo in this part of Norfolk.
Is 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404 in a flood zone?
Flood zone designation for this address is detailed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls the current FEMA map data for the property.
What grocery stores are near 810 W Princess Anne Rd Norfolk 23517?
The Fresh Market is 0.2 miles away, Dollar General is 0.3 miles, and The Vitamin Shoppe is also within 0.3 miles — all walkable from the building.
Does 810 W Princess Anne Rd #404 have an HOA?
Yes, this is a condo property and an HOA is in place; specific fee amounts and what they cover are best confirmed through current association documents at the time of purchase.
Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know Ghent and the Norfolk military corridor well. Reach out to talk through this address, the neighborhood, or your VA loan options.
