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85 flat blocks on Richmond’s West End
College-age renters and prominent Virginia families live next door in The Fan. These unlikely neighbors shop at the same grocery stores and eat at the same local restaurants. “You go to Joe’s Inn, and they’re sitting in booths back-to-back,” says Scott Garnett, a Realtor with Samson Properties and a 30-year Fan resident. In an otherwise hilly city, these 85 blocks are flat, and residents can walk to diverse dining, pocket parks and everyday amenities. “My doctor is in The Fan; my dry cleaner is in The Fan,” Garnett says. “I often joke that you can park your car on a Friday and not move it until Monday morning.” The neighborhood’s Monument Avenue is laid with cobblestone and lined with historic mansions, while streets to the south host one of the country’s largest collections of Victorian rowhomes. Residents take pride in owning a home in the neighborhood, and The Fan District Association brings the community together throughout the year. “Neighbors will tell you how much they love The Fan,” Garnett says. “You can feel the community while you’re walking around.”
The fan features italianate style houses of grand stature along Monument Avenue.
Unique homes bring charm to the array of houses found in The Fan.
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A brief history of The Fan
The Fan is a byproduct of the City Beautiful movement, which thrived from 1890 to 1930. America’s upper class led this social reform undertaking, which was aimed at encouraging social harmony, boosting quality of life and fostering civic virtue in growing urban populations through monuments, public green spaces and orderly architectural designs. Along with the western extension of Richmond’s streetcar lines and a growing middle class who could afford to move away from downtown, these ideas influenced the development of the Fan in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Monument Avenue was the neighborhood’s landmark feature. Its grassy medians that mimic public squares, four parallel rows of shady trees and historic mansions with a uniform setback from the road were hallmarks of the City Beautiful movement.
While The Fan helped beautify Richmond, it also has a troubled history. Monument Avenue was named for the Confederate statues that lined it until 2021, when the Robert E. Lee Monument was removed. The first to be put up in 1890 and the last of four to be taken down, the statue depicted the Confederate general on horseback. Monument Avenue garnered national attention in 2020 after the murder of George Floyd; activists covered the Lee statue’s base with graffiti and called for its removal. The city continues to reckon with its past through efforts like the permanent installation of Rumors of War outside of the nearby Virginia Museum of Fine Arts. The bronze statue by artist Kehinde Wiley is a direct response to the Confederate monuments, depicting a young Black man on horseback.
Meadow Park located in The Fan is on the National Register of Historic Places in Richmond, VA.
The fan has some tudor style homes from the early 20th century.
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Historic Victorian rowhouses
Homes in The Fan are simultaneously unique and cohesive. Queen Annes, Tudor Revivals, Federal-, Italianate- and Arts and Crafts-style rowhouses sit on the same block. But, because the neighborhood was built by a small collection of local architects and homes feature a uniform setback from the road, residential streets feel orderly. Vintage streetlamps illuminate sidewalks at night, and neighbors hang out on their porches, waving to runners and dog walkers. The Fan's homes are full of history, from the Beaux-Arts mansions on Monument to Craftsman-style properties on Park Avenue that once housed those who built the neighborhood. “On certain blocks, you’ll see home addresses that have a half at the end. These were owned by the architects who built Monument,” Garnett says. “If you go inside, the trim work is nuts. It’s the kind of trim that would be in a Monument Avenue house. There are little quirky things like that throughout The Fan.” Potential homebuyers can find a single-family rowhouse for between $575,000 and $1.5 million, depending on the size, age and condition. Historic Monument mansions usually range from $1.5 to $3 million, while condos cost about $210,000 to $875,000. There are also many apartments throughout the neighborhood, accommodating the large portion of residents who rent.
Colorful Floyd Avenue townhouses add to the unique charm of The Fan.
The Fan features two nationally recognized historic districts.
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Dining at corner dives, shopping in nearby Carytown
“Everything you need is within walking distance,” Garnett says. “It’s like how communities were before the suburbs.” Corner restaurants and bars are scattered throughout The Fan. Residents have their favorite local spots, and they’re fiercely loyal to them, as are the staff, who sometimes work in the same dive for decades. In a red brick building on Shields Avenue, Joe’s Inn is a Richmond institution. First opened in 1952, the restaurant serves large portions of Spaghetti a la Joe to hungry patrons. “It feels comfortable,” Garnett says. “It’s the kind of place where you can sit for hours and just talk, which is the case with so many restaurants in The Fan.” Kuba Kuba is another mainstay, dishing Cuban cuisine from its retro interior, while visitors to Bacchus dine on Italian food and pour bottles of wine under low light. Most of The Fan’s restaurants line Main and Cary, two streets in the neighborhood’s southern region. Shopping options can be found in nearby Carytown, the city’s walkable commercial corridor. At the top of the strip, residents can grocery shop at Publix, Kroger or Elwood Thompson’s, a local spot. Venturing east, they will find the area prime for weekend window shopping, featuring quaint boutiques, trendy thrift stores, used bookshops and a plethora of dining options. For medical services, the Retreat Doctor’s Hospital is in the neighborhood, and VCU Medical Center is about 2 miles away.
Residents can stop by the Pit & Peel for a quick bit or a refreshing drink in The Fan area.
Kokonut Grill is a neighborhood favorite offering Asian Fusion cuisine.
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The Fan's pocket parks and local arts
Monroe Park, the city’s oldest, sits on The Fan’s east end, in the center of Virginia Commonwealth University’s campus. Here, college students clutching backpacks cut across paved paths, locals read on iron benches and roommates picnic in the grass. Pocket parks lay throughout the neighborhood, and all residents live within walking distance of an outdoor space. Mothers push strollers to the playground at the junction of Park and Hanover avenues; former art students hang out at Scuffletown Park, an alleyway green space with scattered gardens and picnic tables; and on warm spring days, friends lay on blankets at manicured Meadow Park.
The Fan also accommodates the city’s prominent arts scene, with local art galleries on residential streets and murals painted on the sides of buildings. Traveling Broadway shows take the stage at The Altria, an ornate former Acca Temple Shrine built in the Moorish Revival style. Local bands blare on Broad Street, performing at the Camel and the Broadberry, while twenty- and thirty-somethings bar hop from The Fan’s dives to the breweries in nearby Scotts Addition. The world-class Virginia Museum of Fine Arts is just across Arthur Ashe Boulevard, marking the entrance to The Fan’s sister neighborhood, The Museum District. Next door is the Virginia Museum of History and Culture, where the state’s history is studied and displayed.
Richmond murals appeal to all ages in the artistic neighborhood of The Fan.
The Lombardy & Park Avenue Triangle offers tots local to The Fan neighborhood a place to play.
Established in 1851, Monroe Park in The Fan district is Richmond's oldest park.
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The Fan District Association and neighborhood events
The Fan District Association is a strong civic organization that residents can opt to join. It helps maintain the architectural integrity and zoning requirements of the neighborhood, as well as puts on events throughout the year. The Holiday House Tour is a festive favorite. Select households open their doors for a weekend, showcasing seasonal decorations. The Fan Woman’s Club organizes the Kitchen and Garden Tour, a similar event that occurs in the spring. “They’re very involved in the community,” Garnett says. “They’re one of the strongest neighborhood associations in the city.”
Runners compete in the Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k and the Richmond Marathon, while the Dominion Energy Christmas Parade shuts down Broad Street for a day. Families from all over Richmond come to the neighborhood’s Hanover Avenue to trick-or-treat for Halloween on Hanover, and elaborate light displays illuminate the front of homes around the holidays, drawing cars of admirers from across the city.
Ukrop's Monument Avenue 10k
Trick-or-treating at Halloween on Hanover Street.
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Walking kids to Fox Elementary in the morning
The Fan is zoned for Richmond Public Schools. Many young students attended the neighborhood elementary school, William Fox Elementary, until it caught fire in 2022. The school, which earns a B-plus grade from Niche, will open its doors again in 2025. For now, teachers are holding classes for students in the previously vacant Clark Springs Elementary School building. Garnett notes the school also brought residents together. “It’s located in the literal center of The Fan,” he says. “Everyone wakes up in the morning and walks their kids to school.”
Neighborhood students are also zoned for Dogwood Middle School, which receives a C from Niche, and Thomas Jefferson High School, which earns a B. RPS allows students to apply to specialty programs at other area high schools, including Maggie L. Walker Governor’s School for Government and International Studies, which Niche ranked the No. 8 best public high school in America in 2023.
Much of Virginia Commonwealth University’s campus is in the eastern part of the neighborhood. The public research university educates about 21,000 undergraduates, with notable programs in design, education, biology and film.
Getting around The Fan
As the name suggests, the neighborhood’s streets ‘fan’ outward from Belvidere Street, once accommodating streetcar lines. These lines have been paved, and today, the Greater Richmond Transit Company has multiple bus stops throughout the neighborhood. The GRTC’s free Pulse bus runs along Broad Street, traveling roughly 8 miles from Rocketts Landing, a riverfront community, to Willow Lawn, a commercial area. While there aren’t bike lanes in The Fan, biking is common, as is walking. The neighborhood is also near entrances to Interstates 195, 95 and 64, which lead throughout the metro area. “You can get almost anywhere in 20- to 25-minutes,” Garnett says. When it’s time to fly, the Richmond International Airport is about 12 miles east.
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The Fan Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Fan, Richmond sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in The Fan, Richmond over the last 12 months is $677,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Distinguished Stuart Avenue Residence in the Heart of the Fan. Set along a premier block of Stuart Avenue just off Meadow Park, this stately Fan District residence blends historic character with thoughtfully integrated modern updates. With over 3,000 square feet of interior space and a private garden terrace, the home is well-suited for those seeking refined city living in one of Richmond’s most
Incredible investment opportunity in the heart of The Fan, just steps from premier shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences. This renovated quadplex boasts an exceptional rental history with strong tenants already in place, making it a true turnkey asset. Over the past several years, the property has seen extensive capital improvements, including a new roof, all four HVAC systems, updated
Step into timeless elegance in this 1910 Fan District beauty—rich with early-20th-century craftsmanship and architectural character. Just steps to Kuba Kuba and an easy stroll to dining, shopping, and the scenic Lombardy & Park Avenue Triangle, the location is pure Richmond charm. Inside, original hardwoods, six fireplaces, and preserved period details create warmth and authenticity. A gracious
Finished basement. Secure detached garage. Iconic Park Avenue. This exceptional and beautifully updated Fan townhouse delivers features rarely found together—wrapped in timeless architecture, soaring 11’ ceilings, and over $100,000 in recent upgrades. Original hardwood floors, mantels, transoms, ornately carved rosettes, and millwork set the tone. Dramatic arched openings lead to dual parlors
Bright and beautiful 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Fan District rowhouse on sought-after Strawberry Street offering fresh interior paint, a modern updated kitchen, 10-foot ceilings, heart-of-pine floors, vintage moldings and fireplaces, plantation shutters, gas cooking and fireplaces, two-zone HVAC, double rear porches, and a wonderful front porch for outdoor living; the vaulted and spacious primary suite
Location location location. Attention Investors. This is a secure building, steps away from shopping, restaurants, and VCU in the desirable Fan district. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath Condo offers ceramic flooring throughout, gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances including a commercial grade Jenn-air gas range & granite counters. The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, The Science Museum, VCU and
Welcome to Unit 302, a beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo located just steps from VCU’s Monroe Park Campus and directly across from the Siegel Center. Nestled off West Broad Street in the vibrant Fan District, this spacious third-floor unit offers approximately 1,083 square feet of stylish urban living. Originally built in 1915, the building blends timeless architecture with contemporary
Experience refined city living in this spacious 3-level home, offering 2,435 square feet of thoughtfully designed new construction at the southern edge of Richmond’s Historic Fan District. The Monroe floor plan at Parkline Townhomes includes 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a large two-car garage, all finished in timeless Japandi-inspired style that blends minimalism with warmth. The open main
Discover modern Richmond living at Parkline Townhomes with The Belle Isle floor plan, a versatile 3-level townhome offering 2,007 finished sq ft, plus a large two-car garage. This home features 3 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms, with the option for a fourth-floor rooftop deck offering city skyline views. The open-concept second level is the heart of the home, featuring a chef's kitchen with a large
Designed by noted Richmond architect Duncan Lee and located on one of the most charming blocks of West Avenue—a hidden gem in the Fan—this architecturally significant Colonial Revival residence, with subtle Tudor influences, offers a rare blend of classic design and functional elegance. The floor plan is tailored for both refined entertaining and day-to-day living, with a gracious entry vestibule
Welcome to 2618 Main Street, this duplex is located in the heart of the fan, across from Bamboo! Additional features are hardwood floors through most of the building, each unit has its own laundry, fenced in back yard, back patio & off street parking. The upstairs unit features a bedroom with a small office/nursery room so could be configured for 2 bedrooms. The downstairs unit has also been
IDEAL first floor condo unit awaits at the Wellesley Condo building! Literally only a few steps to a spectacular restaurant, Kuba Kuba, and a public park for a picnic or playing on the playground with children or grandchildren! How about being only two blocks away from Monument Avenue to take in Easter on Parade or the Monument Avenue 10k each Spring? Lovely covered front porch with arches
In the heart of VCU's Monroe Park campus, at the corner of Cary and Belvidere Streets, our apartments are 30 seconds from the VCU Engineering and Business schools, 2 minutes from the VCU Cary St Gym, and 1 block from Monroe Park. Be in the middle of campus with all the amenities of off-campus housing. All utilities are included.Our apartments have windows and lots of natural light,
Fully furnished charming row house located on a great street. Available March 1, 2026 -March 1, 2027. First floor has Covered front porch, Living Room with fireplace, formal Dining Room, Chef's Kitchen, Breakfast Room, Powder Room, and beautiful Sun Room overlooking the beautiful back yard. Charming spacious deck and beautifully landscaped back yard. Second floor has Primary Suite with en-suite
You deserve to enjoy the good life at The Square Apartments. Here you'll find luxury and excitement with our one, two and three bedroom apartment homes in a fabulous location. Conveniently located in Downtown Richmond at the corner of Shafer and Grace Streets, you're centrally located on the VCU Monroe Park Campus.Reserve your space to be a resident at The Square!
Beautiful Historic Kensington Ave in the Fan with Large front porch. Includes 3 large bedrooms, 2 full baths (one recently renovated), basement for storage and laundry. Central air and gas heat. Rear porch overlooking personal garden. Very spacious with generous closet space, wood floors, dishwasher, eat-in kitchen, and central air. Fenced backyard, historic charm, and convenient location are
Looking for the perfect place to live, study, and thrive? Coliseum Lofts is the ultimate housing choice for busy VCU undergrads. Just steps from campus, our loft-style apartments blend historic charm with modern convenience-think exposed brick, open layouts, and oversized closets that let you live large. Enjoy all-inclusive utilities (yes, even basic TV!), free internet, and unbeatable access to
A rare opportunity to own or lease an iconic mixed-use corner building in the very heart of Richmond’s celebrated Fan District. Positioned on a premier intersection with exceptional visibility and foot traffic, this property is purpose-built for success. The first floor is fully built out as a turn-key, full-service restaurant and bar, complemented by a detached carriage house with its own street
Welcome to The Carousel, an iconic address blending timeless elegance with modern sophistication. This landmark building has been meticulously reimagined into a stunning residential community, offering studio, one, and two-bedroom selections. Each apartment home reflects a unique fusion of vintage charm and art deco design, creating a living space that feels both classic and contemporary. Immerse
This 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Ironhouse Place Condo offers 9+foot ceilings, floor -to-ceiling windows with transom and door leading to balcony with remarkable views. The interior offers a well appointed kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters. Other interior features include, hardwood floors, built-in bookcase, stack washer/dryer and 1 covered garage parking space. Basic cable and
Much like its name suggests, The Collection of Historic Richmond Apartments blends classic designs with historic charm to create a stylish backdrop to the lifestyle you crave. Our Museum District apartments seamlessly introduce sophistication and convenience to your daily routine. Add to that a coveted address less than 10 minutes away from the vibrancy of Downtown Richmond, and you couldnt ask
Two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment available in The Fan. This property offers a range of desirable features, including hardwood flooring, granite countertops, and ceiling fans throughout.The apartment boasts a large, open kitchen equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a gas range, built-in microwave, dishwasher, and refrigerator. A stacked washer and dryer are also included for
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Located in the Monroe Ward area of Richmond, these apartments are in walking distance to several downtown locations including the VCU campus. These beautiful, new apartments include: stainless steel appliances, washer and dryer in every unit, and fob entry into the building and gated courtyard. Island kitchens and balconies are also available in some units.Complete Rehab Completed 2018!
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