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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Small-town charm
  • Modern apartment homes
  • In-unit washer and dryer
  • Contemporary comforts
  • Redeveloped apartment homes
  • Modern and elegant

Location

223 Henry St, Petersburg, VA 23803, USA
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Management

Waukeshaw Development Inc

Leasing office

(484) 832-4134

Property Overview

The Candy Factory offers modern, redeveloped apartment homes with small-town charm, contemporary comforts, and in-unit washer and dryer. With an 8.4 Zumper expert rating, strong price, amenities, and location scores, plus utilities included, high-speed internet, and a quiet setting, it stands out for renters who value convenience, value, and a polished living experience.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Candy Factory is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Candy Factory has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath539 sqft$1,325 /mo1 unit availableThe Candy Factory served as a tobacco, peanut, and candy factory, as well as apartments from 1897 to 1956. After decades of quiet, this historic structure has been thoughtfully redeveloped into modern and elegant apartment homes. Preserving its industrial charm while incorporating contemporary comforts, The Candy Factory now offers a unique blend of heritage and luxury making it a new place to call home! Located in the heart of Petersburg, Virginia, The Candy Factory puts you just steps away from the many things this city has to offer. From weekend farmers markets to nightlife and parks, Petersburg has the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city energy. A monthly utility fee of $150 covers Water, Trash, Sewer, and Internet charges. Electric utility in tenant's name.

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Amenities for The Candy Factory

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRange/Oven
Refrigerator/FreezerWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Outdoor Common Area

Grounds

Storage
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units6
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About The Candy Factory

HomeApartments in Petersburg The Candy Factory

The Candy Factory served as a tobacco, peanut, and candy factory, as well as apartments from 1897 to 1956. After decades of quiet, this historic structure has been thoughtfully redeveloped into modern and elegant apartment homes. Preserving its industrial charm while incorporating contemporary comforts, The Candy Factory now offers a unique blend of heritage and luxury making it a new place to call home! Located in the heart of Petersburg, Virginia, The Candy Factory puts you just steps away from the many things this city has to offer. From weekend farmers markets to nightlife and parks, Petersburg has the perfect balance of small-town charm and big-city energy. Featuring six one- and two-story units, these charming one bed one bath apartmenst feature in-unit washer and dryer, A/C and heat, external storage units, and an outdoor common area.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, The Candy Factory is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Candy Factory has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Candy Factory
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
The Candy Factory stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
The Candy Factory stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Candy Factory is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While The Candy Factory does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The Candy Factory provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

The Candy Factory is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet supply store near the property
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How The Candy Factory compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 3 miles away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Petersburg

1-bedroom apartments at The Candy Factory cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Petersburg.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Petersburg
A table of studio rental data trends in Petersburg
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$997
April 2025$1,075
May 2025$1,035
June 2025$1,055
July 2025$1,003
August 2025$1,030
September 2025$1,021
October 2025$981
November 2025$947
December 2025$1,019
January 2026$889
February 2026$810
March 2026$980
April 2026$1,059
May 2026$1,081
June 2026$1,154
July 2026$1,160
August 2026$842

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$53,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $53,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,325.
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Schools near The Candy Factory

Westview Early Childhood Education Center

1100 patterson st

petersburg, VA, 23803

PKPublic

Pleasants Lane Elementary School

100 pleasants ln

petersburg, VA, 23803

K-5Public
D+

Battle Drive Child Development Center

10620 battle dr

fort lee, VA, 23801

PKPublic

Chester Early Childhood Learning Academy

155501 harrogate rd

chester, VA, 23831

PKPublic
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Getting around Petersburg near 223 Henry St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 223 Henry St, Petersburg

Groceries

7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a short drive

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