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  • The Edison Apartments

    700 E Franklin St, Richmond, VA 23219

    Apartment building
    Studio-3 beds
    Pet-friendly

    What’s available

    Price may not include required fees and charges.
    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,382
    415 sqft

    1 unit available now

    Studio, 1 ba
    $1,390
    426 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 6

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,486
    495 sqft

    1 unit available now

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,499
    565 sqft

    1 unit available Sep 6

    1 bd, 1 ba
    $1,651
    495 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,623
    876 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,663
    863 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,788
    787 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,798
    877 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,813
    823 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,823
    867 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $1,863
    767 sqft

    1 unit available now

    2 bd, 2 ba
    $2,088
    1,038 sqft

    1 unit available now

    3 bd, 2 ba
    $2,213
    977 sqft

    1 unit available now

    What's special

    Business center
    Work from home mode: activated
    This building features access to a business center. Only 8% of buildings in Richmond have this amenity.
    Historic high-rise
    Historic High-Rise Downtown Living! Welcome to The Edison Apartments, located in downtown Richmond, VA. Built in 1919 as the headquarters for VEPCO (now Dominion Energy), this elegant and historic high rise has been exquisitely transformed into 174 contemporary and unique apartment homes. It has been renamed The Edison to reflect its past history and charm. Located in the center of Richmond's Business/Financial District, The Edison's nearby landmarks include the VCU School of Medicine (MCV), State Capitol Building, The Carpenter Center, Center Stage, The National, and many more! Access to I-95, I-64, and the Downtown Expressway, along with shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor activities, public transportation, and sightseeing are all within minutes of your new apartment home!

    Office hours

    DayOpen hours
    Mon - Fri:9 am - 5 pm
    Sat:10 am - 5 pm
    Sun:Closed

    Facts, features & policies

    Building Amenities

    Community Rooms
    • Business Center
    • Fitness Center: 24-Hour Fitness Center
    • Theater: Movie Theater
    Security
    • Controlled Access
    Services & facilities
    • Bicycle Storage: Bike Storage Available
    • Guest Suite: Guest Suite Available
    • On-Site Maintenance
    • On-Site Management
    • Storage Space

    Unit Features

    Flooring
    • Concrete: Concrete Floor
    • Hardwood
    Other
    • Interior
    • Island
    • Skylight
    • Ss Appliances
    • Terrace Large
    • Terrace Medium
    • Terrace Small
    • Wi Closet

    Policies

    Lease terms
    • Available months 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15
    Pets
    Cats
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • 50 lbs. weight limit
    • $300 one time fee
    • $70 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.
    Dogs
    • Allowed
    • 2 pet max
    • 50 lbs. weight limit
    • $300 one time fee
    • $70 monthly pet fee
    • Restrictions: Please call our Leasing Office for complete Pet Policy information.
    Parking
    • Garage: Attached Covered Parking Garage (Fees Apply)

    Special Features

    • 6th Floor Atrium
    • Close To Mcv And Vcu
    • Club Room With Coffee Bar
    • Clubroom
    • Gig Internet For $60/mo
    • Loft Apartment Options
    • Recycling
    • Trash Chutes
    • Yoga Room
    • Yoga Studio

    Neighborhood: Capitol District

    Areas of interest

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    Travel times

    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    91 / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    64 / 100
    Good Transit
    79 / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Richmond

    GreatSchools rating

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of The Edison Apartments?

    The Edison Apartments has a walk score of 91, it's a walker's paradise.

    What is the transit score of The Edison Apartments?

    The Edison Apartments has a transit score of 64, it has good transit.

    What schools are assigned to The Edison Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Edison Apartments include George W. Carver Elementary School, Albert Hill Middle School, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

    What neighborhood is The Edison Apartments in?

    The Edison Apartments is in the Capitol District neighborhood in Richmond, VA.

    What are The Edison Apartments's policies on pets?

    Cats are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 cats are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $70 for cats. Dogs are allowed, with a maximum weight restriction of 50lbs. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per unit. This building has a one time fee of $300 and monthly fee of $70 for dogs.

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