Constructed in 2020, this approximately 1,500 SF corner retail storefront on West Cary Street in Richmond’s Fan District combines modern amenities with the charm of a vibrant, historic neighborhood. Boasting expansive windows and a prime location on a high-traffic corridor, the space offers excellent visibility and is perfectly suited for a variety of retail or service-based businesses. With close proximity to VCU, surrounding residential areas, and a dynamic mix of restaurants and boutiques, this property ensures a diverse customer base in one of Richmond’s most active commercial districts.
The newly built space provides a clean, flexible layout that allows tenants to customize their vision while benefiting from the Fan District’s strong foot traffic and creative energy. Whether launching a boutique, café, or specialty store, this location offers the ideal blend of contemporary construction and neighborhood charm to attract customers and establish a lasting presence in one of the city’s most desirable retail hubs.
ABOUT THE FAN DISTRICT
The Fan District, nestled on the western edge of Downtown Richmond and adjacent to VCU’s Monroe Park Campus, is a vibrant and historic neighborhood defined by its charm, walkability, and cultural richness. Developed largely in the early 1900s, the Fan seamlessly blends residential and mixed-use spaces, creating an environment where dining, entertainment, and cultural experiences are woven into the fabric of daily life. Its strategic location offers proximity to renowned attractions like the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the Science Museum of Virginia, and The Diamond, home to the Flying Squirrels. The Fan’s commercial corridors, such as Main, Robinson, and Meadow Streets, abound with restaurants, breweries, and local markets, while its timeless urban design ensures that every corner of the neighborhood is easily accessible by foot.
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.
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