The Fan is a popular Richmond, Virginia, neighborhood featuring one of the nation’s largest collections of historic rowhouses. An architectural gem, The Fan offers easy walking convenience to an array of classic Richmond experiences, and is home to families, professionals, college students and artists, alike.
Earning its name from the fan-shaped streets outlining the neighborhood, most of the Fan homes were built between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and feature stunning historic renovation nestled between tree-lined streets. Located right next door to Virginia Commonwealth University and just minutes from downtown’s financial district, The Fan is a perfect location for those who enjoy a cozy neighborhood mixed with vibrant urban appeal:
- Features an array of locally owned restaurants, cafes and bars within walking distance offering everything from upscale Southern food to Ethiopian cuisine.
- Home to Richmond’s coveted shopping district, Carytown, which features an inspiring blend of boutique shops and restaurants.
- Situated within blocks of two movie theaters, Richmond’s beloved, century-old Byrd Theatre and Movieland, which is housed in a restored train warehouse.
- Conveniently located near many of Richmond’s most popular museums, including the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, the Virginia Historical Society, the Science Museum and the Children’s Museum.
- A collection of popular parks are an easy run, bike ride or short car trip away, such as Belle Isle, Brown’s Island, Maymont Park and Byrd Park.
- Closely located to many sporting and performance venues, such as the Coliseum, The Diamond, CenterStage, The National and Theatre IV.
Whether staying in one of our residential communities or classic rowhouses, Dabney Properties’ temporary housing options in The Fan combine a vibrant urban lifestyle with quaint appeal for contemporary living at its best.