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734 Shirley Ave
734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA

Apartment for rent
Pet friendly
Monthly rent
$2,000–$2,650
Beds2–3
Baths1
Sqft1,500
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Property Overview

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Central heat

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life
  • Wellness

Highlights

  • Pet Friendly

Units

734 Shirley Ave Norfolk, VA

New Listing

B

2 Beds

1 Bath

$2,000

Listed on 08/29/2026
Listed by 734 Shirley Avenue - B
Days on market: 2
Come experience duplex living in the heart of Ghent. This second-floor 2 bedroom unit with a bonus sunroom offers a bright living space with classic details and modern touches. The open living and dining area features hardwood floors, a painted brick fireplace flanked by built-ins, period-style windows, and crisp white trim. Both bedrooms have hardwood floors, ceiling fans, and a wall-mounted mini-split for ease and comfort. Enjoy the convenience of in-unit laundry with a washer and dryer included. A private upper terrace with white railing provides outdoor space directly off the unit with a shared backyard and garage for additional storage. Tenant pays electric; an additional $125 utility fee covers heat, water, and hot water. Schedule a viewing today. Application Requirements: Good Credit (600+), clean rental history, and verifiable income required. A $50 application fee per adult. To schedule appointments or apply go to our website at: callproactive. com This home is professionally managed by ProActive Real Estate Services.

New Listing

A

3 Beds

1 Bath

$2,650

Listed on 08/29/2026
Listed by 734 Shirley Avenue - A
Days on market: 2
Come experience the beauty of an old charm 3-bedroom, 1-bath home, the first-level unit of a duplex with a classic brick exterior and covered front porch. Interior features original hardwood floors, decorative crown molding, recessed lighting and large multi-pane windows that flood the living spaces with natural light. The living room centers on a painted-brick fireplace with a tiled hearth. The kitchen includes white cabinetry, a range/oven and generous countertop. Bedrooms offer ceiling fans and spacious closets. Additional highlights include baseboard heating, ample storage, a private patio, shared backyard space and driveway parking reserved for the first-floor unit only. Tenants are responsible for electricity and gas; heat and hot water carry an additional utility charge of $250. Schedule a viewing to see this home in person. Application Requirements: Good Credit (600+), clean rental history, and verifiable income required. A $50 application fee per adult. To schedule appointments or apply go to our website at: callproactive. com This home is professionally managed by ProActive Real Estate Services.

Amenities for 734 Shirley Ave

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
  • Controlled Access
  • On-Site Laundry
Unit Amenities
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Air Conditioning
  • Microwave
  • On-Site Laundry
  • Fireplace
  • Cable
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Central Heat
  • Balcony

Policies at 734 Shirley Ave

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About 734 Shirley Ave

HomeApartments in NorfolkGhent 734 Shirley Ave #B, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA

Interested in leasing 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA? Currently, 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a 2-bedroom apartment with 1 bathroom. Below, you can compare the rent price at 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA vs overall rent prices in Ghent, VA. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA.

Address details

Units2
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code23517

734 Shirley Ave #B is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 dog parks within 1 mile
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 pet grooming services nearby

Social life

  • 172 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 29 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 260 mixed-use spaces nearby

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • This property has patios or balconies for fresh air
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.0 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 500 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Central heat
This address offers a climate controlled environment
Fireplace
Upgraded in-unit features available
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away
No in-unit dishwasher
Dishwashers aren't available

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Rent trends in Norfolk

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 734 Shirley Ave #B to be 8% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Ghent.

3-bedroom apartments at 734 Shirley Ave #B cost about 22% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Ghent.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Ghent
Norfolk
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Norfolk
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,349
October 2024$1,249
November 2024$1,277
December 2024$1,218
January 2025$1,252
February 2025$1,248
March 2025$1,260
April 2025$1,198
May 2025$1,200
June 2025$1,227
July 2025$1,244
August 2025$1,215
September 2025$1,196
October 2025$1,197
November 2025$1,204
December 2025$1,245
January 2026$1,216
February 2026$1,200
March 2026$1,207
April 2026$1,228
May 2026$1,248
June 2026$1,252
July 2026$1,250
August 2026$1,299
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ghent
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,185
October 2024$1,202
November 2024$1,199
December 2024$1,048
January 2025$1,155
February 2025$1,198
March 2025$1,164
April 2025$1,185
May 2025$1,208
June 2025$1,209
July 2025$1,217
August 2025$1,285
September 2025$1,276
October 2025$1,246
November 2025$1,245
December 2025$1,247
January 2026$1,198
February 2026$1,187
March 2026$1,204
April 2026$1,248
May 2026$1,249
June 2026$1,234
July 2026$1,259
August 2026$1,222

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk, VA.
1 year ago$3,8505 bed2 bath

Schools near 734 Shirley Ave #B

W.H. Taylor Elementary School

1122 w princess anne rd

norfolk, VA, 23507

PK, K-5Public
B-

Ghent School

200 shirley ave

norfolk, VA, 23517

K-8Public
B-

Berkley/Campostella Early Childhood Education Center

1530 cypress st

norfolk, VA, 23523

PKPublic

Easton Preschool

1132 wade st

norfolk, VA, 23502

PKPublic
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Getting around Norfolk near 734 Shirley Ave

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 734 Shirley Ave, Norfolk

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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