Vida East
1903 E Marshall St,
Richmond, VA 23223
$910 - $1,648 | Studio - 2 Beds
Upper Shockoe Valley
Richmond, VA
Upper Shockoe Valley - Richmond, VA
Area Guide
Niche Reviews 
As one of Richmond's oldest neighborhoods, Shockoe Valley dates back to 1737 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Shockoe Valley contains several smaller neighborhoods, including Upper Shockoe Valley. Upper Shockoe Valley begins along East Broad Street, directly north of Shockoe Slip and Shockoe Bottom. It borders the MCV Campus Virginia Commonwealth University and I-95 on its east side, with North 18th Street to the west. The Virginia State Capitol is adjacent to the neighborhood, just south of Broad Street.
Being on the east side of Downtown Richmond, Upper Shockoe Valley apartments are often within walking distance of all things downtown, including the Richmond Coliseum, the Greater Richmond Convention Center, the Dominion Arts Center, and the National. Within the neighborhood, you'll find shops and restaurants along 18th Street, including Shockoe Valley Market and the popular Shockoe Valley Pizza & Bar. Jefferson Park, located on the east side of the neighborhood, is a hidden gem -- this park has what's considered the best view of Downtown Richmond's city skyline. It also offers exercise stations, a playground, a fountain, and walking paths.
Rent Trends
As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Upper Shockoe Valley is $1,087 for a studio, $1,226 for one bedroom, $1,519 for two bedrooms, and $2,106 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Upper Shockoe Valley has decreased by -0.4% in the past year.
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Studio
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531 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,087/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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606 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,226/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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817 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$1,519/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,102 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$2,106/month
Average Rent
Transportation
80
Very Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.
59
Good Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.
52
Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.
Reviews of Upper Shockoe Valley - Richmond, VA
Niche Reviews
16 Reviews
Niche User
8 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review
Church Hill is a great place to live...if you have to live in the Richmond area :)
Niche User
10 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review
Downtown in the city, lots of noise and people
Niche User
10 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review
Lots of local businesses, local restaurants and minimal chain restaurants in the downtown area
Niche User
10 years and 2 months ago•Niche Review
Lots of food choices and options for multiple tastes, lots of local and organic, vegan etc.
Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Richmond Canal
- Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
- Monroe Park
- Chimborazo Park
- Science Museum of Virginia
Airports
- Richmond International
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