Thalhimer Realty Partners, Inc., the investment and development subsidiary of Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer, is pleased to announce the completion of their renovation of the historic Columbia House located at 1142 W. Grace Street, at the corner of W. Grace and Lombardy, in downtown Richmond, Virginia.
Thalhimer Realty Partners, Inc. purchased Columbia House in late-2014 and began renovations in mid-2015, transforming the office building into a Class-A apartment building, now known as Columbia Apartments. Commonwealth Architects served as the architect and historic consultant for the renovation, and Corinthian Construction served as the general contractor.
Columbia Apartments is comprised of 25 studio, one, and two-bedroom apartment units ranging from 410 to 924 square feet. Units range in price from $749 to $1,399.
Leasing for Columbia Apartments will kick-off with an Open House on Saturday, June 18, 2016 from 10am to 3pm. Anyone interested in leasing an apartment is invited to attend the Open House which will feature food, drinks, giveaways, and more. The apartment building is managed and leased by Cushman & Wakefield | Thalhimer’s Residential Property Services team.
“The location, value, and history of the Columbia House really appealed to us. We knew we could transform the building into Class-A apartments that would attract a variety of residents including those looking to live in the Fan with easy access to major highways, and within walking distance of VCU,” stated Drew Wiltshire, President, Thalhimer Realty Partners.
The Columbia House was originally built as the estate of wealthy businessman Phillip Haxall in 1817. The building was later acquired by the University of Richmond and used for academic purposes. A north addition was built in 1911 and a west wing addition was built in 1924 to house T.C. Williams School of Law, completing the total structure that exists today.
Amenities in the newly renovated building include high-end finishes, original restored hardwood floors, high ceilings, and luxury cook’s kitchens with open-islands, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and designer cabinetry. The units are cable and high-speed internet ready, include washers and dryers in each unit, and are pet-friendly. The historic building has been thoughtfully preserved and renovated. The first residents are expected to move-in July 1, 2016.
