Classic architecture meets modern elegance in this spectacular Ghent home. As you step inside the grand foyer, the 12 ft ceilings, impressive staircase and hardwood floors will catch your eye. The first floor features a comfortable living room, parlor and updated kitchen. The handsome dining room includes lovely built-ins for a cozy feel. The second floor offers three large bedrooms and two full baths, one recently remodeled. The second floor primary suite includes a large walk-in closet with custom shelving and washer/dryer. The third floor is a potential 3rd primary suite with a renovated bath that includes double vanity and tiled walk-in shower. The one-of-a-kind basement includes custom seating, a game area and new counters/shelving for entertaining. In full bloom, the garden offers privacy and serenity. A true gem in the heart of Ghent just moments away from countless restaurants, shops, venues, museums and more!
Sold
$820,000
511 Colonial Ave, Norfolk, VA 23507
4beds
3,991sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1898
-- sqft lot
$825,800 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$4,137 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 20, 2025 at 01:17am
Listed by:
Tyler Marcum,
KW Coastal Virginia Chesapeake,
Julia Shea,
KW Coastal Virginia Chesapeake
Bought with:
Andrea Moore
BHHS RW Towne Realty
Source: REIN Inc.,MLS#: 10577474

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Variable Speed, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Tankless Water Heater, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Primary Sink-Double, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 3,991 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Level Flooring
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City
- Waterfront features: Not Waterfront
Lot
- Features: Corner
Details
- Parcel number: 32451650
- Zoning: HC-G1
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Basement
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1898
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City/County
- Water: City/County
- Utilities for property: Cable Hookup
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Norfolk
- Subdivision: Ghent
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability
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