3 Story Renovated Historic Creative Office Building for Lease
1314 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA, USA
$17.50/ PSF
Situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Shockoe Slip, one of Richmond’s most historic neighborhoods, 1314 E Cary Street is a fully renovated, three-story office building that seamlessly blends historic charm with modern functionality. Originally constructed in 1870, this 4,608-square-foot space features original hardwood floors, high ceilings, custom casework, and striking architectural stairwells connecting its wide-open, flexible floor plates. The ground-level storefront, with expansive windows, offers prime visibility in a high-traffic area—perfect headquarters for an attorney, architect or wealth management company — or a creative retail user such as an art gallery or experience-based retailer looking to make a statement in Richmond’s bustling central business district landscape.
Located just steps from the Virginia State Capitol, and surrounded by popular cafes and restaurants such as the Tobacco Company and Sine, hotels including The Omni and the Berkley Hotel, and an array of retail shops, 1314 E Cary Street offers an unbeatable, walkable location. Its adaptable layout can be customized to suit any office need, fostering a collaborative and creative environment while providing a retail facade in a highly desirable area for a client-facing user. This unique opportunity to lease a fully renovated, beautiful historic building in one of Richmond’s most desirable neighborhoods is not to be missed, offering a perfect blend of history and modernity in the heart of Shockoe Slip.
ABOUT SHOCKOE SLIP
Shockoe Slip is one of Richmond, Virginia’s most vibrant and historically rich districts. Located in the heart of downtown, it blends the charm of cobblestone streets with the energy of modern urban life. The area’s roots date back to the 1700s when it was a bustling hub for tobacco trade along the James River. Today, Shockoe Slip maintains its historic allure with carefully preserved 19th-century architecture, while offering an array of upscale restaurants, boutique shops, and corporate offices that attract both locals and visitors. Its unique blend of history and modern amenities makes it a prime location for businesses seeking an address with both prestige and accessibility.
As one of Richmond’s key commercial corridors, Shockoe Slip benefits from a central location with easy access to the James River, Interstate 95, and the city’s financial district. This makes it an ideal destination for a variety of businesses, from professional services to retail and dining establishments. The neighborhood’s bustling daytime energy, paired with its lively nightlife, provides a dynamic environment that appeals to a wide range of demographics, ensuring steady foot traffic and visibility for any commercial enterprise.
Ann Schweitzer Riley has become a distinguished figure in commercial real estate, focusing primarily on sales of urban commercial properties, including office spaces, retail locations, multi-family buildings, industrial facilities, and mixed-use developments. With a rich background that spans over a decade, Ann has developed a keen expertise in property sales, investment, and development.
A graduate of UVA, Ann’s journey in real estate began as a residential real estate appraiser in Charlottesville, VA. Her career path led her to roles as a legal assistant and later to Richmond in 2008, where she worked with an affordable housing nonprofit. There, she gained a passion for construction and real estate development. This foundation allowed her to excel as a real estate construction project manager and later as a corporate commercial sales agent.
Today, at One South Commercial, Ann is renowned for her sharp insights in market trends, her strategic approach to property disposition, and her ability to optimize asset value for her clients. Her comprehensive understanding of both residential and commercial real estate markets, combined with her specific expertise in commercial sales, makes her an invaluable partner to property owners and buyers alike.
Ann’s commitment to her clients and her profound market knowledge ensure tailored, effective strategies for those looking to invest in or divest commercial real estate assets.
Ken Campbell is a commercial real estate veteran who brings over twenty years of transaction experience to his role as a broker at One South Commercial. Ken is highly experienced in transactions across North America. His expertise spans the commercial real estate spectrum with most of this work occurring in the office and industrial sectors.
Ken has represented both tenants and landlords across the country since he transitioned from in-house corporate real estate to brokerage over six years ago. He worked with a wide range of clients from individuals for Fortune 500 companies. Ken’s experience and knowledge provides his clients with a tremendous advantage in real estate transactions and make him a trusted and dependable partner.
DISCLAIMER: This offering memorandum is intended as a reference for prospective purchasers in the evaluation of the property and its suitability for investment. Neither One South Commercial nor Seller make any representations or warranties with respect to the accuracy or completeness of the materials contained in the offering memorandum. Prospective purchasers should evaluate the property independently and rely solely on such independent evaluation in determining whether to purchase the property. The offering memorandum, pricing, and terms therein are subject to change or withdrawal at the discretion of Seller and One South Commercial, as Seller’s exclusive representative. *Information provided deemed reliable but not guaranteed
