Welcome to Ghent!

Open House: Sunday, March 29th from 2 to 4 pm.

Stunning turn-of-the-century Victorian home in Ghent, one of Norfolk’s most beloved historic neighborhoods, where timeless charm meets modern comfort.

From the front porch, step inside the inviting foyer and feel the elegance of this three-story residence. The formal living room, anchored by a cozy gas fireplace, offers the perfect setting for entertaining or relaxing evenings, while the formal dining room, features its own decorative fireplace with cast iron fireplace cover, and sets the stage for memorable gatherings.

At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen features custom cabinetry, granite countertops, a gorgeous glass subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances with a 5-burner gas cooktop stove, a walk-in pantry, and an island complete with a built-in wine fridge. A bright breakfast area with a built-in desk adds both function and charm. The first floor also includes a generously sized family room and a full bath with a custom vanity and classic clawfoot tub. Additional features include soaring 10-foot ceilings, beautiful crown moldings, historic stained glass and gleaming hardwood floors that highlight its historic character and a security system.

Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet and a beautifully updated ensuite bath featuring a custom double vanity, marble countertops, tiled steam shower, and modern lighting. Two additional bedrooms, one with a decorative fireplace, and a hall bath with another clawfoot tub complete the second floor. The third floor provides a versatile bonus room, perfect for a 4th BR, home office, studio, or guest space and attic/storage space. The home has been lifted creating an expansive walk-out basement with workshop and 1,293 square feet of storage for extra convenience.

Outside, enjoy the charm of this raised Victorian with an expansive back deck, screened-in patio, and a fenced backyard. This efficient home includes two-zone HVAC (upstairs furnace replaced 2017/AC 2024) and spray foam insulation.

Located just minutes from Colley Avenue and downtown Norfolk, this home offers easy access to shopping, dining, and attractions like the Chrysler Museum, Harrison Opera House, the Virginia Zoo, Stockley Gardens and the Elizabeth River Trail. Close to ODU, Sentara, EVMS, CHKD, and naval bases.
This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of Ghent history.

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Interior Features
• Welcoming foyer
• Formal living room with gas fireplace
• Formal dining room features decorative fireplace with cast iron fireplace cover
• Spacious, updated chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, granite countertops, gorgeous glass subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances with 5-burner gas cooktop stove, walk-in pantry, island with built-in wine fridge and breakfast area with built in desk
• Large family room
• Full bath on the first floor with custom vanity and classic clawfoot tub
• Additional features include 10 ft ceilings, beautiful crown moldings, historic stained glass and gleaming hardwood floors throughout
• Spacious primary bedroom with walk-in closet and updated ensuite bathroom with custom double vanity, marble counters, tiled steam shower, and updated lighting
• Two additional bedrooms, one with a decorative fireplace and a hall bath with clawfoot tub
• Bonus room perfect for a 4th BR, home office, studio or guest space and attic/storage space on the 3rd floor
• Home has been lifted creating an expansive walk-out basement with workshop and 1,293 sq ft of storage
• Security system

Exterior Features
• Turn of the century, 3-story, raised Victorian home with adorable front porch
• Expansive deck and screened in patio
• Fenced backyard
• Street parking
• 2-zone HVAC (upstairs: furnace 2017/AC 2024)
• Spray foam insulation

Helpful Information
• Schools: Walter Herron Taylor Elementary, Blair Middle and Maury High School
• Property is minutes from Colley Ave and Downtown. Close to shopping, restaurants, The Chrysler Museum, Harrison Opera House, the Virginia Zoo, Stockley Gardens, the Elizabeth River Trail, ODU, Sentara, EVMS, CHKD, and Naval bases.
• Flood insurance is $681/yr