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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Award winning community
  • Luxury apartments for rent
  • Contemporary urban living
  • Urban lifestyles
  • Easy access

Location

823 E Main St, Richmond, VA 23219, USA|Central Office
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Management

Gates Hudson

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Leasing office

(804) 322-4926

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9:00 am–5:30 pm ET

Property Overview

First National Apartments excels in providing an exceptional living experience, reflected in its Zumper expert rating of 9.6 and high scores for price, amenities, location, and quality. Offering an impressive range of facilities and easy access to urban conveniences, the property stands out in terms of value per square foot. Additionally, it promotes an active lifestyle with nearby fitness options, coworking spaces, and vibrant social venues, highlighting its adaptability to diverse urban lifestyles.

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

9.6
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, First National Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness
  • Eco living

Floor plans

ChryslerStudio1 bath663 sqft$1,570 /mo1 unit availableChrysler - Studio, 1 Bath
Kingsley1 bed1 bath844 sqft$1,547 /mo1 unit available
Hamilton1 bed1 bath724 sqft$1,572 /mo2 units available
Byrd1 bed1 bath675 sqft$1,708 /mo1 unit availableBryd - 1 Bed, 1 Bath
National1 bed1 bath715 sqft$1,764 /mo1 unit availableNational - 1 Bed, 1 Bath
Carnegie2 bed2 bath1,056 sqft$1,941 /mo1 unit availableCarnegie - 2 Bed, 2 Bath
Nash2 bed2.5 bath1,355 sqft$2,616 /mo1 unit available
Kennedy3 bed2 bath1,790 sqft$2,454 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for First National Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCity, Capitol Building and River View
Contemporary Lighting PackageDesigner Island Kitchen and Granite Countertop
Hardwood FloorHigh Ceilings
Sound Resistant Floor

Appliances

Built-in MicrowaveDishwasher
Efficient Stainless Steel AppliancesGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer

Tech

Electronic ThermostatHigh-Speed Internet

Building

9' - 12' CeilingCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
Fitness CenterOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Garage ParkingGate
Storage

Services

Flexible Rent Payment Options with FLEXOn-Site Maintenance
On-Site ManagementPackage Service
Recycling

Neighborhood

Transportation

Other

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Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refundable: 100%. Security Deposit.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment.

$1,547–$2,616

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

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Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

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Building details

Property details

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About First National Apartments

Managed by Gates Hudson
HomeApartments in RichmondCentral Office First National Apartments

Live in Downtown Richmond's Award Winning Community. First National Apartments, formerly an iconic downtown bank, newly renovated into luxury apartments for rent in Richmond, VA, blends timeless architectural elegance with contemporary urban living. Our Downtown Richmond address with breathtaking views of the city and river, easy access to the best shopping, restaurants, entertainment, and places of work ensure you are connected to the very best conveniences for today's lifestyles.


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.
9.6
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.6 out of 10 overall rating, First National Apartments is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Amenities and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated First National Apartments
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.
First National Apartments 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.
First National Apartments 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·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
First National Apartments offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
First National Apartments has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at First National Apartments.
Trustworthiness·9A 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.
First National Apartments has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

First National Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 331 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 60 parks and recreation options
  • 71 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 54 local event hubs within 1 mile

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • 9 farmers markets or health food stores nearby
  • 60 parks nearby
  • HVAC systems available onsite

Eco living

  • 60 parks within a mile
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • Thermostats
  • You can get around by foot in this area

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 First National Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 529 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
Studio is 175 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 205 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

Considerations

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

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Rent trends in Central Office

Studio apartments at First National Apartments cost about 17% more than the average rent price for studios in Central Office.

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 0% lower than 1-bedrooms in Central Office.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at First National Apartments to be 17% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Central Office.

3-bedroom apartments at First National Apartments cost about 7% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Central Office.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Central Office
Richmond
A table of studio rental data trends in Richmond
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,237
January 2024$1,248
February 2024$1,239
March 2024$1,216
April 2024$1,238
May 2024$1,265
June 2024$1,253
July 2024$1,256
August 2024$1,246
September 2024$1,241
October 2024$1,284
November 2024$1,297
December 2024$1,320
January 2025$1,303
February 2025$1,288
March 2025$1,268
April 2025$1,255
May 2025$1,248
June 2025$1,270
July 2025$1,250
August 2025$1,252
September 2025$1,284
October 2025$1,296
November 2025$1,289
A table of studio rental data trends in Central Office
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,536
July 2024$1,397

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$62,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,800 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,570.
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Schools near First National Apartments

George W. Carver Elementary School

1110 w leigh st

richmond, VA, 23220

PK, K-5Public
C-

Maymont Pre-K Center

1211 s allen ave

richmond, VA, 23220

PKPublic

Amelia Street School

1821 amelia st

richmond, VA, 23220

PK, K-12Public
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Getting around Richmond near 823 E Main St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Points of interest for 823 E Main St, Richmond

Groceries

6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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