SECURITY DEPOSIT FREE Fort Tar Lofts is proud to offer deposit-free living to qualified renters. We understand that moving costs can add up, so we want to extend financial flexibility to our residents. When you move in with us, you can skip paying a security deposit and keep the cash for activities you care about. EARN REWARDS TO BUYING A HOME Our residents can also earn rewards on rent, plus get access to a suite of financial tools that help them prepare for homeownership. When you are ready to buy, cash in your rewards to save big! BUILD YOUR CREDIT Building good credit is the key to getting the big-ticket items you want, better loans, lower interest rates, and more. We provide the option to automatically report your on-time rent payments so you can start building credit today. MORE INFO: Information: Phone #: Welcome to Fort Tar Lofts, a boutique-style apartment community located on the borders of Ghent, where you can enjoy the finest city living experience! Our property is situated within the limits of the Norfolk Arts District and is housed in Virginia's oldest auto dealership, F.A. Roethke DeSoto, built in 1915. We take pride in preserving this historic structure, and you can see it in the industrial finishes found in each of our apartments. These features include original concrete flooring, exposed brick and masonry walls, 14-ft ceilings, and expansive windows that make our apartments unique. We offer on-site and secured parking for our residents' convenience. Our convenient location is just a five-minute walk to the Chrysler Museum, Chrysler Hall, and The Harrison Opera House. Downtown Norfolk, with its exciting restaurants, superb nightlife, and premier shopping, is just half a mile away. Additionally, our property is located near The Tide, Norfolk's new light rail system, making it easy for our residents to travel throughout downtown Norfolk and into Virginia Beach. We offer several amenities to enhance our residents' living experience, including a mailroom in the building, security cameras, access control, and a rooftop deck. Each unit also comes with a washer and dryer, eliminating the need for a shared laundry space. We welcome pets on a case-by-case basis (please request our pet policy), and we offer a bike room for our residents who prefer cycling. Water is the responsibility of the residents, but gas is not needed, as all our units are electric. Finally, we offer secured parking in our parking garage, so you can rest assured that your vehicle is safe and sound. Fort Tar Lofts is a stunning residential property located in Norfolk, Virginia. Originally built as the site for Virginia's first auto dealership, F.A. Roethke DeSoto, the building underwent a complete redevelopment in 2015, preserving its historic structure and maintaining its original concrete flooring, exposed brick, and masonry walls. The property consists of 13 units, each with a unique floor plan, featuring industrial finishes such as exposed ductwork, expansive city views, 14-ft ceilings, and 9-ft windows, creating a bohemian living experience that is unrivaled in Hampton Roads. Fort Tar Lofts also offers secure access resident parking, a rare amenity in Ghent and Downtown Norfolk, as well as a bike storage room and resident rooftop deck. Located on the border of Historic Ghent, the property provides residents with direct access to Norfolk's vibrant Neon District, renowned for its thriving arts and culture scene as well as its historic charm. Units come equipped with central heating and air, full-size stackable washers and dryers, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, custom cabinets with tile backsplash, built-in microwaves, and dishwashers.