Residential, Company Headquarters, Hospitality and/or development opportunity in the heart of Richmond's Historic District. This is a National and Virginia Historic Landmark property and as such has easements which can be found in the supplements. Built in 1841, this elaborate Greek Revival Mansion still retains all of its original details. Turn the charming carriage house and the English basement into rental units. 14-foot ceilings, hanging stair and beautiful proportions round out this two-story, rectangular brick structure with a hipped roof and interior chimneys. It was the residence of the Pulitizer Prize winning Ellen Glasgow from 1887-1945. A rectangular ell was added to the rear of the house in approximately 1900. The carriage house stands behind this extension. Please see floor plan in supplements. Also available is a 36-car parking lot adjacent to this property. While the seller wishes not to sell the lot util the house is sold, it remains one of the few undeveloped parcels in the district and can be creatively combined with the house as a development opportunity for a restaurant, corporate headquarters, caterers, breweries, short term rentals and retail to name a few.
Sold for $1,600,000 on 01/17/25
$1,600,000
1 W Main St, Richmond, VA 23220
6beds
11,454sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1841
-- sqft lot
$2,212,800 Zestimate®
$140/sqft
$4,947 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: January 17, 2025 at 01:03pm
Listed by:
Douglas Dorsey info@srmfre.com,
Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville
Bought with:
John McGurn, 0225031666
Providence Hill Real Estate
Source: CVRMLS,MLS#: 2400175
Originating MLS: Central Virginia Regional MLS

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Corner
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Corner
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Description: Corner
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Description: Corner
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 5
- Description: Rear of house
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Additional room
- Description: Bedroom/office
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Dining room
- Description: Formal
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Other
- Description: Shower
- Level: Basement
Other
- Description: Tub & Shower
- Level: Second
Half bath
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: front corner
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Office
- Description: Bookcases
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Sitting room
- Description: Off back porch
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Oil, Zoned
Cooling
- Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bookcases, Built-in Features, High Ceilings
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Access Only
- Number of fireplaces: 13
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 11,454 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 11,454
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Out Building(s), Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced,Full
Lot
- Features: Additional Land Available
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: W0000102011
- Zoning description: TOD-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Other, Stucco
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Resale
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1841
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Richmond
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Ownership: Individuals
- Ownership type: Sole Proprietor
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Estimated market value
$2,212,800