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Vistas on the James is Richmond's first true skyscraper condominium — 160 units rising 18 stories above the James River bluff at 301 Virginia Street, delivered by Dominion Partners in 2007.
History
Dominion Partners built Vistas simultaneously with its sister project, Riverside on the James, on the Canal Walk. Riverside was originally designed as rental apartments; the unexpected demand for individual condominium ownership during construction led the developer to launch Vistas as a for-sale regime from the start. The 18-story tower opened in 2007 and immediately reset Richmond's ceiling for what hi-rise residential could be.
Design & units
Units are one- and two-bedroom residences, with a handful combined to create larger spaces. West-side units — corner units especially — carry sunset and downtown-skyline sightlines and command price premiums. North-side units on lower floors trade at a discount due to Downtown Expressway noise. Finishes were strong for the era: granite tops, stainless appliances, tile baths, balcony or private outdoor space on every unit. Garage parking and a security desk round out the operational profile.
Neighborhood
The siting is downtown's eastern edge, moments from Shockoe Slip and a short walk from the Canal Walk, Brown's Island, and the convention district. The James River bluff itself is the immediate amenity — sightlines that don't exist anywhere else in the metro's residential inventory.
What sets it apart
Two facts define the building. First, Vistas proved Richmond's hi-rise condo concept and directly catalyzed the wave of downtown condo development that followed. Second, Steven Spielberg stayed in unit 1501 during the filming of *Lincoln* — a story that has become part of the building's local lore and a reasonable proxy for the building's standing. When a major film production needs a hi-rise residence on short notice, Vistas was the answer.
The builders
Developer: Dominion Partners
See it in context
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Available now
2 active · 1 under contract · live from CVRMLS
Recent sales
| Address | Beds / Baths | Sq Ft | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U804 | 1 / 1 | 715 | Jul 2026 | $275,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#1706/1708 | 2 / 3 | 2,330 | Jul 2026 | $1,094,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U1507 | 1 / 1 | 832 | Jun 2026 | $299,500 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U1102 | 2 / 2 | 1,087 | May 2026 | $418,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U902 | 2 / 2 | 1,187 | Apr 2026 | $450,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#814 | 2 / 2 | 1,301 | Dec 2025 | $544,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U806 | 2 / 2 | 1,077 | Nov 2025 | $425,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U1607 | 1 / 1 | 832 | Oct 2025 | $300,000 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U810 | 2 / 2 | 969 | Oct 2025 | $378,500 |
| 301 Virginia St Unit#U1001 | 2 / 2 | 1,300 | Aug 2025 | $575,000 |
Frequently asked
Where exactly is Vistas on the James?
301 Virginia, 23219. In the Downtown neighborhood.
When was Vistas on the James built?
Vistas on the James dates to 2007 (New construction).
How many units are in Vistas on the James?
Vistas on the James is a 160-unit condominium regime in Downtown.
Is Vistas on the James a condo conversion or new construction?
Vistas on the James is new-construction condominium product delivered around 2007, not a historic conversion.
Who developed Vistas on the James?
Vistas on the James was developed by Dominion Partners.
What are the HOA dues at Vistas on the James?
HOA dues at Vistas on the James run roughly $361–$1,242 per month, depending on the unit. Confirm the current figure with the HOA before relying on it.
