Frequently Asked Questions

Shiplock Views is located at 2801 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23223, in a riverfront setting near Shockoe Bottom, Historic Church Hill, and Libby Hill Park. The community is within walking distance of the James River, Great Shiplock Park, and the Virginia Capital Trail. Downtown Richmond is a short trip away, and the neighborhood offers immediate access to dining, coffee, and outdoor recreation along the waterfront.

Shiplock Views offers apartment homes with contemporary finishes. Floor plans include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options. Units feature open layouts, plank wood finish flooring, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, in-unit washer and dryer, and keyless smart locks. Select apartments include floor-to-ceiling windows, personal terraces or balconies, walk-in closets, spacious kitchen islands, walk-in showers, and stunning city and river views. Visit shiplockviews.com or call 804-391-8530 for current floor plan details.

Shiplock Views amenities include a 24/7 fitness center with cardio and weight training equipment, a rooftop Sky Lounge, two rooftop terraces with city and river views, two rooftop grill stations, two rooftop fire pits, a rooftop pool table, a yoga room with Echelon Touch Fitness Mirror, a business center, a coffee bar, a resort-style pool, interior package lockers, bike storage, covered parking, valet trash, and keyless 24/7 controlled building access. Resident social events and a 24/7 emergency service team are also part of the Shiplock Views experience.

Yes, Shiplock Views is pet-friendly with no weight limit. The community allows up to two pets per apartment. Breed restrictions apply. The location is ideal for dog owners, with an on-site dog park, and with Libby Hill Park and the James River trails accessible on foot, as well as Great Shiplock Park just steps away. Contact the leasing office at 804-391-8530 for full pet policy details.

Shiplock Views offers river, city, and park views from select apartment homes and shared spaces. The community includes two rooftop terraces and a rooftop Sky Lounge with panoramic views of the James River and Richmond skyline. Select apartments feature floor-to-ceiling windows that bring in natural light and frame the surrounding landscape. Views are available in select units; contact the leasing team for specific floor plan details.

Shiplock Views is within walking distance of Great Shiplock Park, Libby Hill Park, and the Virginia Capital Trail, which connects to the Canal Walk and James River Park trail system. The James River is steps away, making the location highly accessible for running, biking, and dog walking along some of Richmond's most scenic waterfront routes. Belle Isle and Reedy Creek Trailhead are also nearby.

The neighborhood surrounding Shiplock Views includes well-regarded dining options such as Gisete, Cobra Burger, Bookbinders Seafood, Alewife, Proper Pie, Secret Squares Pizza, and Millie's Diner. Stone Brewing, Poe's Pub, and Station 2 are also close by. For coffee, residents have access to Riverbend Roasters and The Hill Cafe. Farm Fresh provides grocery access nearby. The Boathouse and Legend Brewing Company are among the neighborhood staples along the waterfront.

Yes. Shiplock Views includes a business center with a coffee bar, and a rooftop Sky Lounge that serves as an elevated social and work-adjacent space. In-unit USB charging outlets in the kitchen and bedrooms, ceiling fans in living rooms and bedrooms, and modern open floor plans further support a productive and comfortable home environment for remote workers.

Shiplock Views and The Lofts at Shiplock Watch are two connected communities that share a riverfront location near Shockoe Bottom and Church Hill in Richmond, VA. Both communities offer distinct floor plan styles and unit finishes while residents benefit from shared community amenities. Shiplock Views features brand-new construction with modern interiors, while The Lofts at Shiplock Watch offers historic character with hardwood floors, exposed brick, and fireplaces. Both are managed from 2801 E. Main Street and can be reached at 804-391-8530.

Tours can be scheduled at shiplockviews.com or by calling the leasing office at 804-391-8530. The leasing office is open Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The community is located at 2801 E. Main Street, Richmond, VA 23223. Online applications are also available through the website.