House hunting in Richmond? These condos offer worry-free home ownership

(RICHMOND, VA) If you’ve been thinking about buying a home, these Richmond condominiums offer a unique value proposition. Especially in a hot housing market, they offer a more affordable entry to the housing market, blended with the chance to live in a managed building while still building equity.

With locations at the heart of trendy neighborhoods and close to vibrant, bustling street scenes, condos combine desirable aspects of apartment living with the certainty and investment qualities of a traditional home.

Take a look at these units on the market in Richmond, pulled from our classifieds:

Back on the market, no fault of the seller, buyer had financing issues. One level living with this nicely maintained 2nd story condominium. Open floor plan includes kitchen, dining area, family room and Florida room. Large bedroom, walk-in closet and spacious bathroom includes large tub/shower and shelving for linens. Laundry room provides shelves. New ceiling fans, garbage disposal and new carpet throughout. Florida room and bedroom overlook private wooded rear of property. Outdoor pool, grilling pavilion, exercise room, tennis courts, car care center and internet cafe included in homeowner's dues.

For open house information, contact Wanda Huggins, Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville at 804-288-2100

This is a Gem in an excellent location in the West End. Freshly painted throughout to prepare for sale. Enjoy the view from the top floor balcony in the highest elevation in the area with no noise from upstairs. Fall and Winter weather is a great for enjoying the woodburning fireplace in this unit. This unit has been maintained in excellent condition, The following systems were updated in the approximate time frames; Heat pump approx 7 yrs, Hot Water Heater approx 1 yr, Refrigerator less than 1 yr, Dishwasher less than 1 yr., Disposal Less than 1 yr, Hall Bathroom completely redone Oct 2021 with new shower stall, flooring and toilet.

For open house information, contact Ken Partin, EXP Realty LLC at 703-665-3362

Working downtown or just want to be part of the fun? This two level condo is perfectly located in the Capital District. Walk or bike to the river, the canal, Brown's Island, your office, MCV/VCU, museums, theaters, and restaurants! The main living area of this condo is on the second floor allowing for great views toward the river and of cityscapes. It is flooded with light during the day. The gourmet kitchen is perfect for cooking with friends and entertaining with a large island, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances including a new refrigerator. It opens to the Great room with a large living space and dining area. There's a powder room conveniently located on this level. The primary bedroom, a second bedroom, and a full ceramic tile bath are on the first level. Both bedrooms have plenty of closet space. There is a combo washer/dryer in the condo as well as extra laundry machines in the basement for big laundry days. The basement also includes a private, locked storage unit and space for storing bikes, paddleboards, kayaks, etc. Guests can be buzzed in from inside the condo. Parking available for purchase. Downtown is the place to be!

For open house information, contact Coleen Butler Rodriguez, Joyner Fine Properties at 804-270-9440

Move in ready First Floor Condo!! Don't miss out on this awesome end unit. The condo has two bedrooms and two full baths with new carpet, update kitchen(appliances and cabinets). A very bright, open floor plan gives you tons of space. Tremendous location, convenient to many shops and restaurants, plus easy access to I64, I295 and I95. Enjoy maintenance free living at it's finest.

For open house information, contact Andrew Broocker, Shaheen Ruth Martin & Fonville at 804-288-2100