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The Foundry Apartments

944 Sledd St, Richmond, VA 23220  ·  North / Chamberlayne Industrial Center

3.9

Insider

3.9

Reviews

12 mo

Lease

SummaryUpdated Oct 19, 2026
Managed byLawson Companies (#64/153)
Inspection history10 cases · 5 violations
Resident reviews
136 reviews
Very negative
Reddit mentionsNo mentions on record
Pros & cons
Helpful and professional office staff members
Responsive maintenance team when available
Affordable rent prices
Recently improved management leadership
Hallways and common areas persistently dirty
Unresolved pest infestations and rodents
Poor communication from management
Broken security doors and access systems
Frequent elevator outages and malfunctions
Dealbreakers29 of 136 reviews mention an issue with

No mentions of: Rodents · Thin walls

Management

Lawson Companies

Rank

64/153

Properties

4

Individual

0

Top complaints

Management20%
Cleanliness20%
Parking13%
Maintenance10%
Safety8%
All properties & reviews

Location

Walk

Very walkable

71

Transit

Minimal transit

49

Bike

Bikeable

58

Quiet

Some street noise

69

Popular nearby

Kroger · Richmond Parks & Recreation · Sugar's Crab Shack · Sugar Shack Donuts & Coffee · Cobra Cabana

The Foundry Apartments Lp

10

Parcels citywide

$72.8M

Assessed value

311

Eviction filings

1

Code violations

Inspection history

10

cases

1 open6 resolved2 no violation1 otherTypically about 50 days to fix
Categories

These records are tied to the building at this address, not to its owner. Older cases may predate the current owner, manager, or renovations.

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Reddit

0 mentions

No mentions on record

This property hasn't been mentioned in r/rva or r/rva_housing.

Pricing & floor plans

Updated Mar 28, 2026

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Fees & policies

Updated Oct 19, 2026

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One-time

Application Fee$40
Estimated total$40

Monthly

Utility Billing Fee$5/mo
Pet rent$35/mo
Monthly total$40

Pet policy

Refundable deposit$250
Monthly pet rent$35/mo

Parking

No parking information available

Included utilities

No utility information available

Virtual tours

Community Tour1 / 1

Location & nearby

Walk

71

Very walkable

Transit

49

Minimal transit

Bike

58

Bikeable

Quiet

69

Some street noise

Nearby

Restaurants

3Smashed RVA★ 4.70.09 mi
2Hot For Pizza★ 4.30.26 mi

Bars

8Cobra Cabana★ 4.60.5 mi

Grocery

12Bell's Market★ 4.00.27 mi
11Kroger Bakery★ 4.10.36 mi

Medical

Parks

16Carverponics0.24 mi

Amenities

Community

ADA Accessible Units Offered
Resort Style Swimming Pool
State-of-the-art Fitness Center
Modern Community Clubhouse with Business Center
Community Grilling Area
Playground
Indoor and Outdoor Bicycle Storage
Security Cameras and Access Control

In-unit

One, Two, and Three-Bedroom Apartments
In-Unit Washer and Dryer Hook Ups
Fully-Equipped Kitchen with Dishwasher

About this property

Welcome to The Foundry, an affordable apartment community in Richmond’s Northside, where comfort, style, and convenience come together. Offering spacious one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, The Foundry provides modern amenities for a connected lifestyle while maintaining the warmth and affordability that make it a true community. With Virginia Union University nearby and easy access to shopping, dining, and major interstates, residents enjoy all the perks of city living. At The Foundry, leisure and recreation are at your doorstep. Relax by the resort-style pool, gather with friends around the fire pit, or work out in the well-equipped fitness center. The community clubhouse is perfect for social events, with welcoming spaces for gathering and free WiFi. Each residential building provide elevators and secure fob access. The Foundry’s prime RVA location and extensive amenities make it an ideal choice for residents seeking affordability and a comfortable, vibrant lifestyle in Richmond. Embrace the best of Northside living and find your place at The Foundry! INCOME RESTRICTIONS APPLY ADA UNITS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES.

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