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Highlights

  • On-site laundry
  • Updated kitchen
  • Heat & hot water included
  • Huge living room
  • Private screened porch

Location

824 Brandon Ave, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA|Ghent
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Management

Howard Hanna - VA

Leasing office

(757) 499-5688

Property Overview

Brandon824 is a standout property, earning an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting its strong pricing, quality, and amenities, including an updated kitchen and private screened porch. The location is prime, with a rating of 9 out of 10, offering excellent access to transportation, schools, and a vibrant social scene featuring numerous restaurants and venues. With notable features such as on-site laundry and included heat and hot water, this property provides a unique living experience appealing to a diverse community.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Brandon824 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brandon824 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,295 /mo1 unit availableExceptional and spacious 1-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Historic Ghent! Convenient to EVMS, ODU, shopping and dining. Features huge living room, updated kitchen, and private screened porch. On-site laundry! Water, sewer, trash pick-up, grounds maintenance, heat, & hot water included! Small pet negotiable with additional deposit and pet rent. Apply online at www howardhannarentals com

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Amenities for Brandon824

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Heat
HeatingHot Water

Appliances

DishwasherRange (Gas)
Refrigerator

Building

Water/Sewer

Services

Ground MaintenanceTrash Pick Up
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About Brandon824

HomeApartments in NorfolkGhent Brandon824

Exceptional and spacious 1-bedroom apartment located in the heart of Historic Ghent! Convenient to EVMS, ODU, shopping and dining. Features huge living room, updated kitchen, and private screened porch. On-site laundry! Water, sewer, trash pick-up, grounds maintenance, heat, & hot water included! Small pet negotiable with additional deposit and pet rent. Apply online at www howardhannarentals com


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Brandon824 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Brandon824 has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Brandon824
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, Brandon824 is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Ghent. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
Brandon824 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including ground maintenance. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Brandon824 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Brandon824 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
Brandon824 has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Brandon824 is great for:

Social life

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

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 Brandon824 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in Ghent

1-bedroom apartments at Brandon824 cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ghent.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Ghent
Norfolk
A table of studio rental data trends in Norfolk
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,381
January 2024$1,412
February 2024$1,423
March 2024$1,452
April 2024$1,487
May 2024$1,471
June 2024$1,376
July 2024$1,261
August 2024$1,221
September 2024$1,295
October 2024$1,358
November 2024$1,330
December 2024$1,348
January 2025$1,284
February 2025$1,070
March 2025$1,062
April 2025$1,120
May 2025$1,333
June 2025$1,378
July 2025$1,384
August 2025$1,379
September 2025$1,362
October 2025$1,372
November 2025$1,400
A table of studio rental data trends in Ghent
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$950
August 2024$950

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$51,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $51,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,295.
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Schools near Brandon824

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 824 Brandon 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 824 Brandon Ave, Norfolk

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
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

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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