612 W Franklin St Unit 9D, Richmond, VA 23220

Unit 9D in the Prestwould (yes – that’s the 9th floor and its panoramic views of the City at night are glorious), offers a rare opportunity to live in Richmond’s version of an elegant, “doorman style” New York City high-rise. In 1927, Lord Alfred C. Bossom, a well-known English architect, and Richmond, Va transplant, had a vision to bring the sophistication and architectural details of the “Roaring Twenties” to Richmond. You really experience his genius when you enter the elegant grand hall and lust at the elevators that are sheathed in brass, wood paneling and up to the minute tasteful “glitz”. Added in to the experience is the gorgeous interior garden where your neighbors gather each Tuesday evening! But more than just the looks that have survived the years, the Prestwould still offers full-time staff, security over the weekends, gated and assigned parking, on-site management, paid water, gas, heat, and door service for mail, packages and trash collection. So, what about Unit 9D? She’s a lovely lady who’s fallen away from her earlier grandeur. If you think about an estate (which it isn’t), you’ll get a sense of the condition of the unit. Paint, AC, and refinishing the floors will go a LONG WAY to bringing her into our times. Many buyers may also want to re-do the Kitchen (which is fine and has a nice retro vibe), but the appliances really need to be replaced, and new countertops/backsplash would go a long way to bringing it up to date. The half bath needs work and the primary bath could also use some updating. Would you rather create a showplace? The Prestwould absolutely can handle that investment as well! Since the owner clearly knows the unit needs work, we have strategically priced 9D to reflect its current condition. Please feel free to bring your contractors and your vision, but also recognize this will be an as-is sale and the seller will make no repairs. This is a once in a generation opportunity!