- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 501 sqft
700 E Franklin St #705, Richmond, VA 23219
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Apartment
Built in 2014
501 sqft
Garage
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About this House
Historic High-Rise Downtown Living!
Welcome to The Edison Apartments, located in downtown Richmond, VA. Built in 1919 as the headquarters for VEPCO (now Dominion Energy), this elegant and historic high rise has been exquisitely transformed into 174 contemporary and unique apartment homes. It has been renamed The Edison to reflect its past history and charm. Located in the center of Richmond's Business/Financial District, The Edison's nearby landmarks include the VCU School of Medicine (MCV), State Capitol Building, The Carpenter Center, Center Stage, The National, and many more! Access to I-95, I-64, and the Downtown Expressway, along with shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor activities, public transportation, and sightseeing are all within minutes of your new apartment home!
Welcome to The Edison Apartments, located in downtown Richmond, VA. Built in 1919 as the headquarters for VEPCO (now Dominion Energy), this elegant and historic high rise has been exquisitely transformed into 174 contemporary and unique apartment homes. It has been renamed The Edison to reflect its past history and charm. Located in the center of Richmond's Business/Financial District, The Edison's nearby landmarks include the VCU School of Medicine (MCV), State Capitol Building, The Carpenter Center, Center Stage, The National, and many more! Access to I-95, I-64, and the Downtown Expressway, along with shopping, dining, entertainment, outdoor activities, public transportation, and sightseeing are all within minutes of your new apartment home!
700 E Franklin St #705, Richmond, VA 23219 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 501 sqft apartment in Capitol District, built in 2014. More recently, it was listed as a rental in September 2025 with an asking price of $1,463 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 16, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,494/month.
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Home Details for 700 E Franklin St #705
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Year Built Year Built: 2014 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: Short Term Lease |
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Appliances & Utilities Washer |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Concrete, Hardwood |
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Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage, On Site |
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Community rooms Fitness Center |
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Comparable Sales for 700 E Franklin St #705
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.41 | Apartment | $360,000 | 06/24/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,397 sqft | |
1.14 | Apartment | $380,000 | 05/01/26 | 1 | 1 | 900 sqft | |
0.70 | Apartment | $890,000 | 03/19/26 | 1 | 575 sqft | ||
1.20 | Apartment | $372,000 | 06/18/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,205 sqft | |
0.45 | Apartment | $350,000 | 11/03/25 | 4 | 4 | 1,408 sqft | |
1.48 | Apartment | $180,000 | 01/06/26 | 2 | 1 | 725 sqft | |
1.15 | Apartment | $299,000 | 12/23/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,140 sqft | |
1.20 | Apartment | $317,000 | 05/29/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,320 sqft | |
1.49 | Apartment | $800,000 | 12/02/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,200 sqft | |
1.32 | Apartment | $130,000 | 05/15/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,632 sqft |
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Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,494/mo
Average rent
$1.49K
$21MoM
Available listings
1
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Nov 16, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,354 |
Nov 5, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,354 Price decreased by 4% |
Nov 1, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,413 Price increased by 0% |
Oct 22, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,409 Price decreased by 5% |
Oct 6, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,477 Price decreased by 2% |
Oct 2, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,500 Price decreased by 3% |
Oct 1, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,554 Price increased by 4% |
Sep 25, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,489 Price decreased by 8% |
Sep 24, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,614 Price increased by 8% |
Sep 22, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,489 Price decreased by 8% |
Sep 21, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,614 Price increased by 8% |
Sep 11, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,489 Price increased by 2% |
Sep 9, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,463 |
Aug 17, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,520 |
Aug 13, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,520 Price decreased by 0% |
Aug 9, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,522 Price decreased by 5% |
Aug 5, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $1,600 Price increased by 1% |
Jul 29, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,579 |
Frequently asked questions about 700 E Franklin St #705
- Is Richmond a buyer's or seller's market?Richmond is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Richmond?The median sale price in Richmond is $395K. That is up $19.67K from the prior month.
- What are the closest schools to 700 E Franklin St #705?The closest schools to 700 E Franklin St #705 in Richmond, VA are Albert Hill Middle School (rated 4/10), George W. Carver Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 1/10), Mary Scott Preschool (Elementary/Middle/High).
- Does 700 E Franklin St #705 have a fitness center?Yes, 700 E Franklin St #705 in Richmond, VA has a fitness center.
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