Why this home stands out
Built in 1910 and stretching across 3,301 square feet, 820 Westover Ave is one of those rare Ghent addresses that genuinely fits a large household without sacrificing location. Five bedrooms and four and a half baths give everyone room to breathe, while the 0.13-acre lot provides a real yard in a neighborhood where outdoor space is a genuine premium. The architecture carries the weight of over a century of Norfolk history — and it shows in every detail.
GHENT and the Norfolk real estate market
Ghent is one of Norfolk's most beloved urban neighborhoods, and Westover Ave sits right in the thick of it. Tree-lined streets, early-twentieth-century architecture, and a genuine walkable energy make this corner of the city feel like a small town tucked inside a major metro. If you've been searching through homes for sale in Ghent Norfolk VA, you already know the neighborhood's reputation: independent restaurants, coffee shops with regulars who know your order, and parks where neighbors actually stop to talk. The area draws a wide mix of residents — young professionals, longtime Norfolkians, military families, and creatives — all drawn to the same thing: a neighborhood with real texture. Ghent sits in the heart of Norfolk, with quick access to Downtown, the Chrysler Museum, and the Elizabeth River waterfront. The Colley Avenue corridor and the surrounding blocks offer a daily rhythm that's hard to replicate anywhere else in Hampton Roads.
What's nearby
Daily life at 820 Westover Ave is genuinely easy. The Public House is literally around the corner at 0.1 miles, and Peck & Pour and Colley Cantina are both within a two-minute walk for a casual dinner. Coffee is never a problem — Fair Grounds Coffee Cafe, EspressOasis, and Grand Grounds are all within 0.2 miles. For groceries, Harris Teeter, ALDI, and The Vitamin Shoppe are all clustered about half a mile away. Yellow Fever Park and Redgate Playground are each under 0.2 miles for outdoor time, and the EVMS Green Space adds a quiet nearby option. Flourish and PureCore Pilates round out the wellness options close to home.
For different buyers
For military families relocating
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is just three minutes away, and USCG Base Portsmouth is four — making 820 Westover Ave one of the most commute-friendly addresses in Ghent for active-duty households. A VA loan can make this century-old home surprisingly accessible, and BAH rates for the Hampton Roads area are well-suited to a property of this size and location. Five bedrooms means space for the whole family, with room left over.
For families upgrading
If your current home has you counting square footage and sharing bathrooms, 820 Westover Ave is worth a serious look. Five bedrooms and four and a half baths across 3,301 square feet means no one is fighting for space. Add a real yard, a walkable block with parks steps away, and a neighborhood that genuinely feels like a community — and you have the kind of upgrade that changes how your family spends its days.
More buyer questions
How far is 820 Westover Ave from Naval Medical Center Portsmouth?
Naval Medical Center Portsmouth is approximately three minutes from 820 Westover Ave by car. The short commute makes this address one of the more practical options in Ghent for personnel stationed there.
How far is 820 Westover Ave from USCG Base Portsmouth?
USCG Base Portsmouth is about four minutes away by car. Both bases are easily reachable without getting on a major highway, which keeps the daily commute low-stress.
What is the walkability like at 820 Westover Ave?
Walkability is one of this address's strongest suits — restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and fitness studios are all within a quarter mile, and grocery options are about half a mile away on foot or by bike.
Is 820 Westover Ave in a flood zone?
Flood zone information for this address is displayed in the FloodRisk tile on this page, which pulls current FEMA map data. We recommend reviewing that section and speaking with your insurance agent for the full picture.
What architectural style is 820 Westover Ave?
The home was built in 1910, placing it firmly in the early-twentieth-century residential tradition common throughout Ghent — a style characterized by generous proportions, detailed craftsmanship, and a presence that newer construction rarely matches.
Curious about 820 Westover Ave or other Ghent Norfolk homes for sale? Tom and Dariya Milan at LPT Realty know this neighborhood well — reach out and let's talk.
