Jackson Ward Apartments

Less than a mile from the Virginia State Capitol, this development sits on a full city block in Richmond’s historic Jackson Ward District. This project tasked the design team with many challenges including the design of a mixed-use, mixed income development for families and seniors, adaptive reuse of an existing historic convent, preservation of a historic pocket park, and the relocation of seniors from the neighboring Faye Towers community.

Jackson Ward draws inspiration from the rich history of the surrounding neighborhood, listed as a National Historic Landmark District in 1978. During the early 20th century, Jackson Ward was the regional epicenter of Black banking, commerce, entertainment, and religion in Richmond. Today, after decades of decline, the neighborhood is experiencing a revival.

Jackson Ward includes an array of indoor and outdoor amenities with tastefully appointed interiors for residents to enjoy. In addition to apartment amenities, the development includes walkable retail space at the corner of North 1st Street and Jackson Street.

This project is one of the first off-site Rental Assistance Demonstration (RAD) relocation developments in the country. It offers numerous benefits to RHA’s low-income families and senior residents – guaranteeing residents’ rights to remain in place.