Turn Key Owner Occupant Creative Office Opportunity
1801 East Cary Street Richmond Virginia 23223
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One South Commercial is pleased to present 1801 E Cary Street for sale. This rare offering represents a unique opportunity to acquire a “turn-key” move-in ready creative office for an owner occupant buyer seeking a new headquarters which provides both scale and flexibility. 1801 E Cary is a classic example of some of Richmond’s finest adaptive reuse projects located along Richmond’s historic Tobacco Row in the Shockoe Bottom neighborhood. A 3 story brick historic warehouse building, built in 1914, 1801 possesses many of its original architectural features including original post and beam accents, original exposed high ceilings, exposed brick walls, all enclosing a simple 5,000 SF floor plate. The property layout currently features two (2) distinct creative office occupancies across a total of 15,000 SF on a full basement. Each floor is accessible via 2 stairwells at either end of
The ground floor space recently secured a 7 year lease with a highly reputable local nonprofit, providing an incoming owner occupant or investor a stable income stream to offset both initial acquisition and long term occupancy costs; the property is an ideal investment vehicle for any owner occupant company seeking growth, agency, and a stable return on their real estate
strategy. The 2nd and 3rd floors, seamlessly connected to one another via a third open central staircase, offer an immediate exclusive occupancy of approximately 10,000 SF, featuring modern light-filled layout that features a dynamic hybrid of collaborative and open workspaces.
Additionally, the property includes approximately 42 off street parking spaces, an incredibly rare amenity in Richmond’s Shockoe Slip and Shockoe Bottom neighborhoods. The building’s stature and visibility also provide an excellent signage opportunity right across from 1717 Innovation Center. 1801 E Cary is truly a premier location that offers both historic character and a distinctive modern aesthetic in one of Richmond’s most historic neighborhoods.
ABOUT SHOCKOE BOTTOM
Shockoe Bottom is one of Richmond’s oldest and most historic neighborhoods. Today, as a center for lively businesses and entertainment venues, Shockoe Bottom is home to some of Richmond’s most well-known shops and restaurants. In addition, Shockoe Bottom is also a popular residential area for those who choose an urban lifestyle where they can combine the best aspects of city-living.
Richmond’s iconic Main Street Station and the 17th St Farmers Market are famous landmarks in this neighborhood. The central business district, VCU Medical Center, and VA Bio+Tech Park are also within walking distance of this neighborhood. This proximity to some of the region’s largest employers and institutions makes Shockoe Bottom a popular residential area for students and young professionals. This demand can be seen in the number of new and renovated multifamily residential units that have been constructed in the past 20 years. Former tobacco warehouses have been converted to join new construction in providing some of the City’s most distinctive urban apartments. Historically the hub for Richmond’s shipping and commerce, the area played a major role in trade throughout the 18th and 19th centuries. Until the end of the American Civil War in 1865, this commerce included the human trade as Shockoe Bottom was the second largest slave trading center in the U.S. In 2007, a 15- foot, half-ton bronze sculpture named the Richmond Slavery Reconciliation Statue was unveiled as part of the Richmond Slave Trail to raise awareness and increase informational accuracy about Richmond’s role in the slave trade. This memorial sits not far from the former slave trader market in Shockoe Bottom
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.
Isaac is a Virginia native who grew up in a small community in the Northern Shenandoah Valley. From this rural setting, he attended the University of Virginia and earned a degree from the Woodrow Wilson School of Politics. After graduation, he entered the uniquely demanding world of politics working as a consultant at both the state and national levels. He now brings the same approach that generated a number of successes on the campaign trail to multifamily and investment brokerage. With the same infectious energy, Isaac actively focuses his effort to help clients plant or expand their roots within the greater Richmond community and beyond.
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
