8 ½ Canal Street

Offering VCU students the sophisticated, relaxed lifestyle of off-campus living

Gilbane developed 8 ½ Canal Street, a 285,000-SF community consisting of 160 units on six stories over two stories of parking less than half of a mile from the center of the Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) campus. The complex features street-level amenities, including a 24-hour fitness center, cyber café, gaming center, and clubhouse as well as two private courtyard gardens with barbecues.

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Canal at VCU Exterior
Canal at VCU Courtyard BBQ
Canal at VCU Courtyard
Canal at VCU Fitness
Canal at VCU Lobby
Canal at VCU Elevator Lobby
Canal at VCU Clubhouse Cafe
Canal at VCU Clubhouse Seating
Canal at VCU Bedroom
Canal at VCU Suite

Project Overview

  • 160-unit, 540-bed community designed for Virginia Commonwealth University students 
  • Each apartment comes standard with 42” flat panel televisions, modern furniture, and wood-style flooring
  • Students enjoy free utilities, the option of individual or joint leases, in-unit washer and dryer as well as high-speed Internet and premium cable
  • 100% pre-leased prior to inaugural opening
  • Eco-friendly – designed with green principles in mind in accordance with the LEED® accreditation system

Quick Stats

  • Location: Richmond, VA
  • Market: Student Housing
  • Size: 285,000 SF
  • Beds: 540
  • Units: 160
  • Date Completed: August 2011

285,000

square feet

540

beds

160

units

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