An upbeat neighborhood with a touch of historic charm
Richmond’s vibrant Shockoe Slip area offers residents a perfect blend of walkability and urban living. Filled with brick buildings dating well over a century, cobblestone streets and an antique-meets-modern aesthetic, this historic downtown district is a thriving hub of local businesses, restaurants and entertainment venues that make it an excellent place to live, work and play. “Shockoe Slip has a cool historic vibe,” says Anne Soffee, Realtor with Small & Associates. “You’ve got cobblestone streets, very historic buildings and the Canal Walk. There’s definitely an aura of Old Richmond charm.” With its convenient location and vibrant community, Shockoe Slip is a notable Richmond gem.
Shockhoe Slip residents get to enjoy beautiful views with a short walk or drive.
Large single family homes can be found in Shockoe Slip.
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Condo living in the Slip
Shockoe Slip has many multi-family housing options, including condominiums and apartments. Vistas on the James, a high-rise condo project constructed in the early 2000s, sits on the edge of the James River on Virginia Street. This building is nearly twenty stories high and provides views of the river and downtown. A two-bed, two-bath property ranges in price from around $350,000 to $550,000. This area also has several apartment buildings, including The Hill Building on Virginia Street and Cobblestone Commons Apartments on 15th Street. The Hill Building, built in 1878 and renovated with modern amenities, is three stories and contains 48 units. Cobblestone Commons is a renovated apartment complex with high ceilings, exposed brick walls and wooden beams. In both complexes, rentals average between $1,200 and $2,100 per month.
The Vistas on the James offers Shockoe Slip homes with James River and downtown views.
The Shockoe Slip neighborhood provides urban living apartments.
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Richmond Public Schools
Kids growing up in Shockoe Slip attend Richmond Public Schools, which earned an overall C-plus. Students attend Carver Elementary School, which has a student-to-teacher ratio of 15-to-1 and an overall C-minus on Niche. Students advance to Albert Hill Middle School and Thomas Jefferson High School, scoring Bs on Niche. Thomas Jefferson High School offers students the opportunity to enroll in the two-year Early College Academy (ECA) program, where students take some of their classes at J. Sargeant Reynolds Community College and receive college credit while still in high school. Those interested in private school can attend Open High School on Pine Street in the nearby Oregon Hill neighborhood. Open High was established in 1972 and received an overall grade of A from Niche.
George W. Carver Elementary School is a C- rated school according to Niche.
Albert Hill Middle School is a B rated school according to Niche.
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Exploring the James River and its parks
Locals enjoy the outdoors in the James River Park system. Families walk over to the James River Park Pipeline Walkway, located along the north banks of the James with an entrance on Haxall Point. An extraordinarily unique urban walkway, this “trail” is a metal catwalk on top of a giant stormwater pipe running above the river for about a mile. This area has Class III whitewater that rafters and kayakers love and sandy beaches with calmer waters ideal for wading and sunbathing. There is a large Great Blue Heron rookery on a small island across from the pipeline, where locals can spot herons nesting and raising their babies. Locals also have direct access to Canal Walk, which provides ample space for walking and biking by the canal.
Work the rapids of the James River along the Shockoe Slip neighborhood.
Walk alongside James Rivers Pipeline right outside of Shockoe Slip.
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Classic RVA restaurants and vibrant nightlife
Locals go to Siné Irish Pub on East Cary Street for comforting Irish pub food in a cozy atmosphere. Enjoy Irish staples like Bangers and Mash and Shepherd’s Pie, or opt for a burger and fries. For a slice of historical glamour, residents head to one of Richmond’s landmark restaurants, The Tobacco Company. With stained glass, dark wood, fireplaces and ornate chandeliers throughout its multiple levels, The Tobacco Company’s atmosphere beckons to another era. The building, as the name suggests, was once a tobacco warehouse. For cocktails at the bar or entrees like prime rib and crab cakes, The Tobacco Company is a memorable eatery right in Shockoe Slip. Shockoe Slip also comes alive at night. Sine Irish Pub, Southern Railway Taphouse and Papi’s are all open until two in the morning and are within walking distance.
Shockoe Slip residents enjoy southern cuisine at the Tobacco Company Restaurant.
Blow off steam and dance to your heart's content at The Tobacco Company Club.
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Navigating Richmond
Shockoe Slip is minutes from Richmond’s heart, and locals often use public transit. The GRTC Transit System shuttles across Richmond, and bus stops scatter the community. And while it’s a walkable and bike-friendly community, locals often drive. The community sits under a network of busy interstate bridges like Interstate 95. Healthcare is provided right up the Street at VCU Medical Center. And the Richmond International Airport is only 10 miles away.
Commuting is made easy for Shockoe Slip residents with a central hub to get anywhere RVA.
Commutes to and from Shockoe Slip are made easy with easy access to the interstate.
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The historic Watkins-Cottrell building at 14th and Dock Streets was home to Watkins-Cottrell Mercantile for over a century. The distinctive red brick building has been completely renovated to accommodate attractive luxury warehouse apartments. A number of different floorplans offer amazing Richmond views, distinctive architectural elements, modern appliances and amenities, and more. The Virginia
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
888
Median Age
34
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.3%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,580
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,201
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
100%
College Graduates
83.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
78.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
45''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
5''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
81/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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