Current Projects
Jackson Ward
In the heart of Downtown is Jackson Ward, a neighborhood that is historically, architecturally and culturally significant to Richmond and the country. It has a high concentration of 19th- and 20th-century urban row houses that have been restored and filled with life. African American cultural attractions like the Maggie L. Walker House, the Black History Museum and Cultural Center, and the Bill “Bojangles” Robinson statue are located here and celebrate Jackson Ward’s rich history, as does the annual 2nd Street Festival.
Jackson Ward is not just about the past, it has a growing commercial district, passionate residents and an entrepreneurial spirit that is contagious. Several developers have been catalysts for Jackson Ward’s renaissance and are following the concepts of the “New Urbanism.” The development efforts are providing places for people to live, work, shop and socialize in a thriving downtown urban environment.
Marshall Street Bakery Condos
Renovation; $5 million; 23 condos; one to two bedrooms; one to two bathrooms; ranging from 743-1,521 square feet; gated covered garage parking; starting at $189,000; completed 2008. 110-118 W. Marshall Street. The Hanson Company and Colony Management.
Studio 516
New construction and rehab: 440 square feet studios; starting at $89,000. 516 N. Second Street. Walker Row Partnership.
To learn more, visit www.jacksonward.com.
EcoFlats
Historic rehab of four buildings: 18 apartments; 15,000 square feet; the three story warehouse will house 12 two bedroom apartments; the three smaller buildings will house four two bedrooms and two three bedroom apartments. An environmentally friendly project with recycled ceramic tile, no VOC paints (interior), paperstone bartops, reduced heat effect roofing, pervious paver parking lot — reduced runoff and heat island effects, low flow fixtures, low flow toilets, recycled demo from rehab, light fixtures (Energy Star), LED lamps, appliances (Energy Star), indigenous plants, HVAC filters exceed requirements, ceiling fans (Energy Star), LEED approved countertops, bamboo infill and cabinet doors made from bamboo, solar fan on stair tower and rehab of buildings (existing). Marketed towards VCU students. 613 through 603 Brook Road. Jackson Ward. Sam McDonald and Property Results.
Washington Plaza Senior Apartments
Historic renovation of the Booker T. Washington School: 28 one to two bedroom apartments; completion late 2008. 21 E Leigh Street. Alex Alexander and Kelvin Hanson, Washington Plaza Associates, LP.
401 Brook Road
Warehouse conversation into three upscale lofts with interior parking and rooftop decks. Sold out.
2C Condos
Conversion of the North Carolina Mutual Life Insurance Building at Second and Clay streets. Twelve condominiums: two and three bedrooms, two to three bathrooms, originally priced between $235,000-$340,000, contemporary style, sliding glass doors, penthouses with rooftop decks. There is only one penthouse left. 7,500 square feet of retail on two floors. Walker Row Partnership.
To learn more, visit www.jacksonward.com or www.2ccondos.com.
212 Condos
Conversion of the Southern Aid Life Insurance Building at Third and Clay streets. Twelve condominiums: one and two bedrooms ranging from $179,000 to $285,000. Features traditional detailing throughout: stone/tile foyers, beadboard wainscot and crown molding. Commercial space is available on street level. 4,500 sq. ft. retail. Walker Row Partnership.
To learn more, visit www.jacksonward.com.
Emrick Flats
Originally used as a Chevrolet sales floor back in the 1920s, Emrick Flats has received a much-needed facelift and home owners will reap the benefits. A historic renovation featuring 25 residential condos and one commercial condo, the Emrick Flats condos provide affordable housing in the Jackson Ward area — with industrial upscale finishes. “The neighborhood has a lot to offer and I think this will bring people into the neighborhood that may be first-time home buyers or young couples that are looking for places to live,” says Project Developer Sam McDonald. “There are a lot of positive things that have been happening in Jackson Ward. Redeveloping this building, that’s been sitting underutilized for a number of years, is another important component to the revitalization of this historic neighborhood.” Residences vary from studios to three bedrooms and prices range from $169,000 to $325,000: 31,000 square feet, $4.1 million investment. Formerly the Emrick Chevrolet Building located at 101 W. Marshall St. on the triangle at Adams, Brook and Marshall streets. Partners: Sam McDonald, developer; Chris Dillon, Christopher S. Dillon & Associates, real estate attorney; Charles Macfarlane, Macfarlane Partners, LLC, local developer; Clachan Properties LLC (owned by Hugh Stytle and Herb Coleman.)
To learn more, visit www.emrickflats.com.
Jackson Commons
New construction and rehab. Single family town homes and condominiums: multiple phases, 83 homes, prices starting at $229,000 to $325,000 depending on size, two- to four-bedroom homes, two to four bathrooms, up to 2,300 square feet with two-car garages. Phase 3 is underway, including 22 brick townhouses with three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, “sexy” master suite with a walk-in closet, Jacuzzi, and second floor porch. Priced at $229,000 and located at Jackson and Price Streets. Property located between Duvall Street, First Street, Leigh Street and Chamberlayne Parkway.
Those searching for single family homes rather than condos may find the answers to their housing prayers in Jackson Ward. Walker Row has developed and redeveloped more than 50 buildings. Project Developer Ron Stallings says that the new housing additions (which come with two-car garages, hardwood floors and solid appliances) will help make the neighborhood more cohesive. “This project is part of the new urbanism vision for Jackson Ward, providing places where people can work, shop, live and play all in proximity,” he says. “Jackson Ward is becoming more livable because you have all of the pieces of a neighborhood coming together.” Jackson Commons Partnership.
To learn more, visit www.jacksonward.com.
Marshall Street Town House Condominiums
Renovation. Five townhouse condos; three bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, 1,700 to 2,300 square feet, prices range from $220,000-$270,000, Adams and Marshall Streets. The Hanson Company.
Marshall Madison Condominiums
Renovation. Six condominiums, one- to two-bedroom units with interior courtyards, $189,000 to $199,000. 200 block of West Marshall Street. Carthage Associates.
Sanctuary Condominiums (formerly Fountain of Deliverance): 9 E. Clay St.
All creeds are welcome at this church-turned-condo space. Originally a Jackson Ward church, the eight loft-style condos of Sanctuary Condominiums will bring affordable, upscale housing to the public in March of 2007. Project Co-owner Jerry Peters, says that this project will provide home owners with a strategic location in an area of Richmond that’s coming up with lightening speed. “There’s somewhere in the neighborhood of 10,000 jobs within walking distance of these condominiums,” comments Peters. “This is one of scores of ongoing projects in Jackson Ward that contribute to the same goal: developing the neighborhood into a thriving area.” Priced at $179,950.