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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern elegance
  • Cozy living space
  • Vibrant surroundings
  • Wood floors
  • Front porch

Location

517 N 21st St, Richmond, VA 23223, USA|Union Hill
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Management

The Richmond Loft Company, LLC

Leasing office

(804) 223-0660

Property Overview

Rockfish II 517 is rated as a strong renter option, with standout scores for price, amenities, and location, along with solid trustworthiness and quality. It offers modern elegance, wood floors, a cozy living space, and a front porch, set within a vibrant, bustling area with many restaurants, parks, and pet-friendly conveniences.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Rockfish II 517 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rockfish II 517 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,447 sqft$1,795 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to your new home in the heart of Richmond, VA! This spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with a bonus room is located in the historic Church Hill neighborhood, just steps away from Jefferson Park. The charming, historical building features a beautiful garden and front porch for you to enjoy. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, pocket doors, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxing after a long day. The kitchen is equipped with a gas range/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washer/dryer for your convenience. With close proximity to great restaurants and all that RVA has to offer, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in one of Richmond's most desirable neighborhoods!

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Amenities for Rockfish II 517

Apartment Amenities

CozyFront Porch
Hardwood FloorPocket Doors

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range/Oven
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Historical Building

Grounds

GardenOutdoor Space
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
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Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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About Rockfish II 517

HomeApartments in RichmondUnion Hill Rockfish II 517

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Richmond, VA! This spacious 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment with a bonus room is located in the historic Church Hill neighborhood, just steps away from Jefferson Park. The charming, historical building features a beautiful garden and front porch for you to enjoy. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, pocket doors, and a cozy atmosphere perfect for relaxing after a long day. The kitchen is equipped with a gas range/oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, and washer/dryer for your convenience. With close proximity to great restaurants and all that RVA has to offer, this apartment is the perfect place to call home. Don't miss out on this opportunity to live in one of Richmond's most desirable neighborhoods!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Rockfish II 517 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Rockfish II 517 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Rockfish II 517
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.
Rockfish II 517 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·9A 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.
Rockfish II 517 goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Rockfish II 517 receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Rockfish II 517 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Rockfish II 517 to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A 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 level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Rockfish II 517 is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 191 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 33 parks and recreation options
  • Diverse age groups live 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 Rockfish II 517 compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 2-bedroom is 552 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

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Rent trends in Union Hill

2-bedroom apartments at Rockfish II 517 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Union Hill.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Union Hill
Richmond
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Richmond
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,375
October 2024$1,374
November 2024$1,397
December 2024$1,408
January 2025$1,419
February 2025$1,426
March 2025$1,398
April 2025$1,363
May 2025$1,373
June 2025$1,397
July 2025$1,399
August 2025$1,408
September 2025$1,397
October 2025$1,407
November 2025$1,440
December 2025$1,450
January 2026$1,433
February 2026$1,428
March 2026$1,421
April 2026$1,410
May 2026$1,442
June 2026$1,413
July 2026$1,396
August 2026$1,413
September 2026$1,403
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Union Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$1,051
June 2025$1,250
July 2025$1,344
August 2025$1,341
May 2026$1,195
June 2026$1,195

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$71,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near Rockfish II 517

Bellevue Elementary School

2301 e grace st

richmond, VA, 23223

PK, K-5Public
C+

Martin Luther King Jr. Early Learning Center

900 mosby st

richmond, VA, 23223

PKPublic

Maymont Pre-K Center

1211 s allen ave

richmond, VA, 23220

PKPublic

Amelia Street School

1821 amelia st

richmond, VA, 23220

PK, K-12Public

Summer Hill Preschool Center

2717 alexander ave

richmond, VA, 23234

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Union Hill | Richmond, VA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Richmond near 517 N 21st St

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 517 N 21st St, Richmond

Groceries

7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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