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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Plenty of counter/cabinet space
- Shared laundry room
- Large bay windows
Location
1217 Colonial Ave #C8, Norfolk, VA 23517, USA|Ghent Square
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Amenities for 1217 Colonial Ave #C8, Ghent Square
Apartment Amenities
| Hardwood Floor |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
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One-time. Agent application fee.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Water Fee
Monthly.
$100
Dog Policy
Allowed
Cat Policy
Allowed
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About 1217 Colonial Ave #C8
Sweet deal!
This listing is 29% below the median price for 2 bedroom apartments in Ghent Square.
This spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bath cozy apartment in the Heart of Ghent! This location offers natural hardwood floors throughout, the living space offers large bay windows that allow for ample natural lighting. The kitchen appliances provided include a matching fridge, gas oven, and plenty of counter/cabinet space! A shared laundry room is available for tenants' use. This apartment building is across the street from a Harris Teeter, with tons of great restaurants and shopping nearby! Monthly Water Utility- $100.00, Gas Utility Included In Rent Pets Accepted (contact office for breed list) $35 pet rent, per pet! Building Pet Restrictions: 2 Animals per unit
Address details
| Neighborhood | Ghent Square |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 23517 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Ghent Square
2-bedroom apartments at 1217 Colonial Ave #C8 cost about 29% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Ghent Square.
Median rents as of Dec 6 2025.
Ghent Square
Norfolk
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,301 |
| January 2024 | $1,342 |
| February 2024 | $1,382 |
| March 2024 | $1,519 |
| April 2024 | $1,586 |
| May 2024 | $1,482 |
| June 2024 | $1,489 |
| July 2024 | $1,496 |
| August 2024 | $1,494 |
| September 2024 | $1,469 |
| October 2024 | $1,453 |
| November 2024 | $1,477 |
| December 2024 | $1,402 |
| January 2025 | $1,413 |
| February 2025 | $1,402 |
| March 2025 | $1,451 |
| April 2025 | $1,398 |
| May 2025 | $1,439 |
| June 2025 | $1,497 |
| July 2025 | $1,545 |
| August 2025 | $1,536 |
| September 2025 | $1,498 |
| October 2025 | $1,451 |
| November 2025 | $1,473 |
| December 2025 | $1,475 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,350 |
| January 2024 | $1,350 |
| February 2024 | $1,350 |
| March 2024 | $1,350 |
| April 2024 | $1,275 |
| May 2024 | $1,250 |
| June 2024 | $1,261 |
| August 2024 | $2,293 |
| September 2024 | $1,290 |
| October 2024 | $1,290 |
| November 2024 | $1,250 |
| December 2024 | $1,250 |
| January 2025 | $1,250 |
| February 2025 | $1,250 |
| March 2025 | $1,250 |
| April 2025 | $1,265 |
| May 2025 | $1,786 |
| June 2025 | $1,950 |
| August 2025 | $1,858 |
| September 2025 | $1,900 |
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2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 1217 Colonial Ave #C8
Ghent School
200 shirley ave
norfolk, VA, 23517
K-8Public
B-
W.H. Taylor Elementary School
1122 w princess anne rd
norfolk, VA, 23507
PK, K-5Public
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 1217 Colonial Ave #C8
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
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
4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 1217 Colonial Ave #C8, Norfolk
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
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
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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