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  • 2618 Semmes Ave

    Richmond, VA 23225

    Apartment building
    2-5 beds
    In-unit laundry (W/D)

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    What's special

    Own entranceDecorative fireplacesLarge raised garden bedsHigh ceilingsOriginal hardwood floorsRoofed back porchPrivate yard
    Gorgeous entire FIRST FLOOR apartment in historic Victorian home (c. 1910) which was converted into a duplex. Apartment has its own entrance, PRIVATE roofed back porch, PRIVATE fenced back and side yard, PRIVATE shed access, and one off-street parking spot (can convert into two) on Semmes Avenue and 27th Street in Woodland Heights available December 1 but early move in negotiable. Unit has original hardwood floors, high 9 foot plus ceilings, original pocket doors, three decorative fireplaces, 1,350 square feet of interior (most recently used as one bedroom with living room, dining room, and eat in kitchen but historically listed as two bedroom). The yard gets lots of sun and comes with large raised garden beds and fire pit area with chiminea. Central air with in unit washer/dryer, dishwasher, and gas stove. Available December 1 and pro-rated early move-in negotiable. Lease term runs April 30, 2025-April 30, 2026. The current tenant has since purchased a home. The new tenant will finish out the rest of this year's lease with the option to sign for a new lease when the current term expires. Pets will be considered by the owner on a case-by-case basis. The owner pays for water. Tenant is responsible for gas and electricity. Viewings by appointment only. For consideration, please complete an application. Either submit an application through Zillow or call or text the listed number on this rental to complete a form with your credit score, employment/income, and rental history (with prior landlord contact info.). The qualifying tenant must pay one month's deposit at signing. Renters' insurance is required. Curtains, furniture, art and perennials (aside from rosemary, thyme and golden rod) do not convey. 2 blocks from Carter Jones Park and the Fonticello Food Forest, 4 blocks from Canoe Run Park, 8 blocks from Zombie Pizza/Laura Lee's/WPA Bakery, a quick walk to Earthfolk jams, the 22nd Street Entrance of the James River Park system, and all neighborhood porch concerts. Owner pays water, tenant pays gas and electric.

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    Unit features

    Appliances
    • Dishwasher
    • Dryer
    • Freezer
    • Oven
    • Refrigerator
    • Washer
    Flooring
    • Hardwood
    Heating
    • Heat pump

    Neighborhood: Woodland Heights

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    Covering Richmond’s Southside neighborhoods of Westover Hills, Forest Hill, Woodland Heights, and Stratford Hills, 23225 blends streetcar-era charm with mid-century ranches on leafy hills above the James. Expect a humid subtropical climate—hot summers, mild winters—and a river-centric lifestyle anchored by Forest Hill Park, the James River Park System’s Reedy Creek and Buttermilk trailheads, and the South of the James Farmers Market. Daily life revolves around Forest Hill Avenue and Semmes: coffee at Crossroads or Café Zata, bites at Little Nickel or O’Toole’s, and a pint at The Veil Brewing (Forest Hill). Groceries are convenient with Publix at Stratford Hills and a Walmart Supercenter on Sheila Lane, plus indie shops and yoga/fitness studios nearby. It’s family- and pet-friendly, with dog-welcoming patios, playgrounds, and greenways; commuters appreciate quick access to the Nickel Bridge, Powhite and Chippenham Parkways, and the Downtown Expressway, keeping Carytown and downtown close. Per recent Zillow Rental Manager trends, the median rent sits around $1,600, with typical listings roughly $1,200–$2,300+.

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    Walk, Transit & Bike Scores

    42 / 100
    Car-Dependent
    46 / 100
    Some Transit
    59 / 100
    Bikeable

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is the walk score of 2618 Semmes Ave?

    2618 Semmes Ave has a walk score of 42, it's car-dependent.

    What is the transit score of 2618 Semmes Ave?

    2618 Semmes Ave has a transit score of 46, it has some transit.

    What schools are assigned to 2618 Semmes Ave?

    The schools assigned to 2618 Semmes Ave include Westover Hills Elementary School, River City Middle, and George Wythe High School.

    Does 2618 Semmes Ave have in-unit laundry?

    Yes, 2618 Semmes Ave has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.

    What neighborhood is 2618 Semmes Ave in?

    2618 Semmes Ave is in the Woodland Heights neighborhood in Richmond, VA.