Once the heart of Richmond’s industrial and commercial movement, Shockoe Bottom is one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods and a prime example of the recent urban renewal. Located east of the downtown financial district and within easy access to the James River, Shockoe Bottom features century-old buildings and warehouses boasting state-of-the-art living that is perfect for the urban family or successful professional:
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- Frequent travelers will appreciate Shockoe Bottom’s easy commuting access to major highways, walking distance to the recently renovated Downtown Train Station and approximately 15-minute drive from Richmond International Airport.
- Enjoy a variety of dining options and nightlife from an extensive selection of locally owned restaurants, bars and cafes.
- Fresh and eclectic shopping is available at The Farmer’s Market, which has been a public gathering place since 1737, and features an open-air market four days per week.
- Experience a variety of seasonal outdoor events, such as the Brunswick Stew Festival and Shockoe-On-A-Half-Shell Oyster Festival.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy a jogging or cycling trip down the new Virginia Capital Bike Trail and Canal Walk.
- A number of museums are within walking and biking distance, such as the Virginia Holocaust Museum, renowned Edgar Allen Poe Museum (Poe used to work and live in Shockoe Bottom), the Valentine Museum and Museum of the Confederacy.
For contemporary urban living steeped in historic appeal, Dabney Properties’ temporary housing options in Richmond’s Shockoe Bottom offers the perfect lifestyle for your home away from home.