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    The Square Apartments - Unclaimed

    406 Shafer St, Richmond, VA 23220

    Located in Richmond zip code 23220
    Apartment building
    Off-campus housingThis community is close to campus, and is convenient for students.

    Neighborhood: 23220

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    Walk Score®
     / 100
    Walker's Paradise
    Transit Score®
     / 100
    Good Transit
    Bike Score®
     / 100
    Very Bikeable

    Nearby schools in Richmond

    William Fox Elementary School
    Grades PK-5 • 1 miles
    7/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    6/10
    Student Progress Rating
    7/10
    Binford Middle School
    Grades 6-8 • 0.7 miles
    1/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    1/10
    Student Progress Rating
    1/10
    Thomas Jefferson High School
    Grades 9-12 • 2.4 miles
    4/10
    GreatSchools® Rating
    Test Score Rating
    3/10
    College Readiness Rating
    5/10

    The Fan, Randolph, Gilpin, Monroe Ward and Jackson Ward span central Richmond, from the Fan’s historic streets toward downtown, with the James River and its trails nearby. The area has four-season weather, leafy blocks, brick architecture and landmarks such as the Virginia State Capitol and the historic homes of Jackson Ward. Parks and paths offer outdoor space, while the Fan’s Monument Avenue and residential corridors meet downtown’s museums, galleries, restaurants and live-music venues. Coffee shops and independent dining are woven into neighborhood streets; shopping ranges from local storefronts to downtown services. Walking and cycling are practical on many blocks, and buses connect the neighborhoods with other parts of the city. For ZIP code 23220, the median rent is $1,700 per month, with a typical range of $710 to $5,900, based on 276 active listings.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is The Square Apartments located, and what is the neighborhood like?

    The Square Apartments is located at 406 Shafer St, Richmond, VA. The surrounding area includes multiple restaurants and cafes within 2 miles, such as The Lab by Alchemy Coffee, TT Lounge, and Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee.

    What hospitals and medical facilities are near The Square Apartments?

    The closest hospitals and medical facilities to The Square Apartments include Daily Planet (0.3 miles away), Daily Planet Health Care for the Homeless (0.3 miles away), and Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU Children's Pavilion (1 mile away).

    What schools are assigned to The Square Apartments?

    The schools assigned to The Square Apartments include William Fox Elementary School, Binford Middle School, and Thomas Jefferson High School.

    What are the grocery stores and everyday shopping options near The Square Apartments?

    The Square Apartments is located near 7 grocery stores, including GNC (0.4 miles) and Kroger (0.4 miles). Additional shopping options, including Velocity Comics, are approximately 0.1 miles away.

    What colleges and universities are near The Square Apartments?

    The Square Apartments is located within 0.1 miles of Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU), 0.1 miles of VCU Havoc, and 0.4 miles of VCU School Of Engineering East Hall.

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