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Charlottesville Fashion Square Redevelopment Opportunity
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1600 Rio Rd E, Charlottesville, VA 22901

Redevelopment opportunity in Charlottesville Fashion Square on Rio Rd.

Days on Market247

Property Features for 1600 Rio Rd E

General Information

Standard status Active
Property subtype Development
Listing Agency:
Listed By: Debra Ramey
Source: Tscg
Added: Nov 25, 2025 Changed: Jul 10 Last Checked: Jul 30 at 3:54AM

Displayed information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified. All listing content including descriptions, pricing, images are the copyrighted material of Debra Ramey

Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in Charlottesville Fashion Square on Rio Rd, this property presents a redevelopment opportunity. The ground lease currently expires April 30, 2076, and the leased land area encompasses 42.29 acres. The purchaser will acquire all rights to build or demolish improvements on the land. Home Depot is slated to locate their store on the former Sears pad. The property is zoned PD-SC and is situated in a prime area for redevelopment as a multi-use project. The mall is single story. Belk Men's occupies 60,707 square feet and is leased. Belk Women's and the former JCPenney (96,052 SF) are excluded from the redevelopment offer.

Key Highlights

  • Prime redevelopment opportunity for a multi‑use project.
  • Home Depot to locate a store on the former Sears pad.
  • Land area leased is 42.29 acres.

Property Analytics

Current Use

Face Value Salon ... Hair Salon Beautiful Brows Hair Salon Chef Ralph's Place Restaurant Tee Zone Custom T-Shirt Store Charlottesville Fashion Square Shopping Center & Mall

Suggested Use

Top Pick Big Box & Wholesale Store Building Supply Storage Facility Auto Parts Store Parking Lot & Garage Hotel & Motel

Score = modeled unmet demand for each use within ~1 mi (higher = bigger opportunity). Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

156
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 22901, VA

36,938
Population
17,648
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
40
Median Age
61%
College-Educated
94%
High-School Grad
52.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
708
Density / Sq Mi
$91,154
Median Household Income
$53,766
Median Earnings
$1,612
Median Rent
$473,500
Median Home Value

Market

Vacancy Rate% for Retail in South region

7% 2020
6.2% 2021
5.1% 2022
4.8% 2023
4.9% 2024
5.4% 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Shopping mall - Redevelopment opportunity in Charlottesville Fashion Square on Rio Rd.
Where is this shopping mall located?
The property is located at 1600 Rio Rd E Charlottesville, VA.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Prime redevelopment opportunity for a multi‑use project.; Home Depot to locate a store on the former Sears pad.; Land area leased is 42.29 acres.
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