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The Wainwright Apartments

229 W Bute St, Norfolk, VA 23510

- Map - Freemason Street Area
Map - Freemason Street Area
Floor Plan Summary
Monthly RentBedroomsBathrooms
$1,210 - $1,9391 Bed1 - 1.5

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Pricing and Floor Plans

A6/Alt 1

$1,732
1 Bed, 1 Bath
733 Sq. Ft.

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E1 Studio

$1,210
1 Bed, 1 Bath
346 Sq. Ft.

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E2 Studio

$1,333
1 Bed, 1 Bath
441 Sq. Ft.

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A2

$1,426
1 Bed, 1 Bath
534 Sq. Ft.

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E3 Studio

$1,254
1 Bed, 1 Bath
410 Sq. Ft.

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A1/ALT 2

$1,369
1 Bed, 1 Bath
568 Sq. Ft.

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A4/Alt 5

$1,639
1 Bed, 1 Bath
836 Sq. Ft.

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B3 and B3/Alta B3/Altb

$1,939
1 Bed, 1.5 Baths
1,066 Sq. Ft.

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* Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 3-24 months (short term premiums apply if less than 12 months)

Property Information

  • Built in 2013
  • 126 units / 9 stories

Fees and Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Move-In Fees

  • Administrative Fee
    $0
  • Application Fee
    $0

Property Highlights

  • Cyber Cafe
  • Furnished Apartments
  • Highrise
  • Pet Play Area
  • Sky Lounge 360
  • Granite Countertops
  • Historic
  • Roof Top Deck
  • Rooftop Deck
  • Sky Lounge

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Breakfast Nook
  • Built-In Bookshelves
  • Cable Ready
  • Deck
  • Den
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Eat-in Kitchen

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Breakfast/Coffee Concierge
  • Clubhouse
  • Concierge
  • Controlled Access
  • Corporate Suites
  • Disposal Chutes
  • Elevator
  • Fenced Lot

Nearby Colleges & Universities

Tidewater C.C., Norfolk CampusWalk: 5 min (0.3 mi)
Eastern Virginia Medical Sch.Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
Norfolk State UniversityDrive: 5 min (2.0 mi)
Old Dominion UniversityDrive: 8 min (3.7 mi)
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Area Scores

Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
91
Out of 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
76
Out of 100
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52
Out of 100
Active
Soundscore
69
Out of 100

Transit

0 min Drive
Hampton Roads Transit
1 min Drive
Hampton Roads Transit
1 min Drive
Hampton Roads Transit
2 min Drive
Hampton Roads Transit
4 min Drive
Hampton Roads Transit
Commuter Rail
Norfolk
4 min Drive
Amtrak
Airport
Norfolk International
15 min Drive
Norfolk International
Airport
Newport News/Williamsburg International
42 min Drive
Newport News/Williamsburg International

Moving to Downtown Norfolk, Norfolk, VA

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Wainwright Apartments proximity to MacArthur Center, Waterside District, and Monticello Plaza. MacArthur Center is 0.7 miles away, and Waterside District is within a 15 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 76, The Wainwright Apartments has excellent transit, including 7 transit stops within 21.2 miles. Transit options include York Street / Freemason and Monticello.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Wainwright Apartments are plentiful. Discover 4 parks within 3.1 miles, including Nauticus, Fred Heutte Center, and Children's Museum of Virginia.

Airports

Living in Downtown Norfolk provides easy access to Norfolk International, located just 15 minutes from The Wainwright Apartments. Another nearby airport is Newport News/Williamsburg International, located 28.3 miles away.

Schools

W.H. Taylor Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
8
Out of 10
Blair Middle
Grades 6-8
Public
3
Out of 10
Ghent Montessori School
Grades PK-8
Private
NR
Out of 10
Maury High
Grades 9-12
Public
3
Out of 10
Yeshiva Aish Kodosh Talmudical Academy
Grades 9-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Crawford Day School
Grades 1-12
Private
NR
Out of 10
Kings Daughters Hosp. Ep.
Grades PK-12
Public
NR
Out of 10

About The Wainwright Apartments

Upscale Apartments Downtown Style Built in 1925 and located in the charming Freemason District where cobblestone streets will lead you home, The Wainwright Building offers luxury apartments with downtown style. When you step into the stunning lobby,... you'll understand why The Wainwright is a part of the National Register of History Places. Recently renovated to preserve its architectural integrity, The Wainwright offers not just the charm of the past, but everything you'll need for your downtown lifestyle. Invite your friends over to drool over your sleek Quartz Countertops, Tile Backsplash and Energy Star Stainless Steel Appliances. The Beautiful Custom Cabinets and Brushed Nickel Hardware gives your kitchen a modern contemporary feel. You'll have access to our Stunning Sky Lounge and Catering Kitchen. The 24/7 Fitness Center with Precor cardio machines, free weights, and weight training equipment means no excuses for not getting your exercise, regardless of your hectic schedule. And as for the location? It will be impossible to resist the excitement of Downtown Norfolk. A bright future awaits you at the Wainwright. Call today to start living your dream.

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Renter Reviews

For The Wainwright

4.8

5 Ratings & Reviews

How Is This Rating Determined?

12/10/24

HORRIBLE NEW MANAGEMENT

This place has new management in 2024 and I really cannot overstate how horrible they have been. I was left without working heat for an entire week while temperatures dropped into the 20s. It’s impossible to get in touch with anyone, they are unresponsive and ignore maintenance emergencies. Do not live here under any circumstances, not worth the headache for the price. I would give zero stars if I could.

Review from Apartments.com

1/13/18

Nice community

Going on my 2nd year at this property and haven't had any issues. Love the location is walking distance to bars and restaurants but still far enough to not have to deal with all the noise. Great monthly social functions and the rooftop is fantastic!

Review from Apartments.com

3 People Found This Helpful

9/19/17

Great Location, Poor Leasing Consultants

I lived in the wainwright apartments for the better part of 4 years. Each year it seemed like the restrictions and expenses increased and started to outweigh the benefits of the building. The views are second to none, and i never had an issue with utilizing the roof top lounge or grill area- which is the highlight of the building. However, the leasing office continuously got worse in communication as the years went on and it seemed as if I was doing their job when it came to following up with... questions/concerns (often times i had to contact them 3-4 times before i got an appropriate response). There aren't that many residents in the building, this didn't make any sense. They started to charge, or threaten to charge, for every little thing and it started to feel like i was living in a college dorm.

The location is great, but i dont know if i would recommend the building moving forward.

Review from Apartments.com

10 People Found This Helpful

8/9/15

Too overpriced

The rent is way too much for such a little space. All of my appliances broke and my place went under water earlier in the year. The pet and parking fees are ridiculous. Although, it is very convenient living downtown and the view on the roof is amazing. Still, I would not live here again or recommend it.

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20 People Found This Helpful

7/22/15

Great Community!

The Wainwright Downtown is a great community - friendly neighbors and staff, great restaurants and bars, music/events frequently in Waterside park, and very dog friendly. The apartments are pretty great as well.

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5 People Found This Helpful

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