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    1617 E Franklin St., Richmond, VA 23219

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    Three-story restaurant space for lease in Richmond's Shockoe Bottom.

    Type:Retail
    Property size:
    4,678 SF
    Added:
    Jan 26, 2026
    Days on Market:
    103
    Last Refresh:
    Nov 30 at 8:25 pm

    Property Features for 1617 E Franklin St.

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    4,678 SF
    Property subtype
    Retail

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1850

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    Listing Contact
    Clifford B. Porter, CCIM, SIOR

    Listing agent Clifford B. Porter, CCIM, SIOR

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    Listing date Jan 26, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in Shockoe Bottom, directly across from the Farmers Market in Downtown Richmond.
    • Substantial size: Approximately 4,678 SF suitable for a large restaurant operation.
    • Three‑story building offering ample space and layout flexibility.
    • Zoned B‑5, ideal for business and commercial use.
    • Corner lot on 17th Street & East Franklin Street, providing high visibility.
    • Equipped with a wet sprinkler system for fire safety.

    Overview

    This restaurant space is located in Shockoe Bottom, across from the Farmers Market in Downtown Richmond. The property has approximately 4,678 square feet of space across three stories. It is zoned B-5 and features a wet sprinkler system. The property is located on the corner of 17th Street and East Franklin Street, offering potential business opportunities for restaurants.
    Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    𝗙𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗗𝗿𝘆 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 ... Plumbing Service

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Restaurant Hair Salon Dental Office Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Daycare Center Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

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    • Panchito's Food Truck — 1000 E Clay St, Richmond, VA 23298
    • Fantabulous Chef — 100 N 17th St, Richmond, VA 23219

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    City
    Richmond
    County
    Richmond City
    State
    Virginia
    Longitude
    -77.4281
    Latitude
    37.5344

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Restaurant - Three-story restaurant space for lease in Richmond's Shockoe Bottom.
    Where is this restaurant located?
    The property is located at 1617 E Franklin St. Richmond, VA.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in Shockoe Bottom, directly across from the Farmers Market in Downtown Richmond.; Substantial size: Approximately 4,678 SF suitable for a large restaurant operation.; Three‑story building offering ample space and layout flexibility.
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