Richmond Hall
Acquired in 2017.
Richmond Hall's approximately 190 residents enjoy living in recently renovated single rooms, double rooms, and one triple, each with a private bathroom. A lounge and communal kitchen area are on the first floor, and laundry facilities are on both floors.
While not located on main campus, Richmond Hall is university housing with full access to all campus safety resources, includes campus network service, and is staffed with resident assistants and a duty office. The Green Line and the Trolley, operated by the Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA), stop directly in front of the hall with service seven days a week.
Location & Building Accessibility
Explore nearby! Richmond Hall is the closest hall to the School of Education and is convenient to local shopping. It is less than a mile from Swem Library, Zable Stadium, Kaplan Arena, and the Commons Dining Hall.
902 Richmond Road
Williamsburg, VA
Mailing & Shipping Info
Amenities
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Coed Housing
Both gender-inclusive & single-gender housing options are available.
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Air-Conditioned
Individual room-controlled heating & air conditioning.
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Communal Kitchen
Kitchen in the first-floor lobby.
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Laundry
Laundry on the first & second floors.
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Smoke-Free
All W&M residence halls are smoking & vape free.
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Private Baths
Every room has a private bathroom with a tub/shower, sink & toilet.
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Lounge
Community lounge on the first floor.
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Duty Office
Duty office on the first floor.
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Wireless & Wired Internet
Wireless internet service is available in all residence halls. An ethernet card and cable are required for wired internet.
Additional Amenity Info
What is the distance from Richmond Hall to campus?
Richmond Hall is the closest hall to the School of Education. Richmond Hall is located .8 miles from Swem Library and .6 miles from the Dining Commons. In comparison, Ludwell Apartments are .6 miles to Swem and .8 miles to the Commons, and Hunt Hall is .7 miles to Swem and .9 miles to the Commons.
Who can use the parking lot?
Juniors and seniors who reside in Richmond Hall can purchase general residential parking decals from the university. According to Parking Services policies, sophomores cannot purchase parking decals. Those students with decals will have access to the controlled/fenced parking spaces using their university-issued ID cards. Parking spaces along the front of the building outside the fenced area will have signage indicating parking by permit only and reserved for staff and service vehicles. Parking Services will monitor all parking, and cars without the proper decal will be ticketed.
What kind of lighting is in the rooms?
Lamps are provided - there is no overhead lighting in the rooms.
Is this property considered on-campus or off-campus? What about the security of the property and rooms?
Richmond Hall is university housing, although not on the main campus; residents will have full access to all campus safety resources.
Students will be issued a key to their room. W&M ID access systems are on the facility's main exterior door and the parking lots' gates at the front of the building; this will secure the entire facility and parking lot.
All residents have access to all campus safety resources, including a designated William & Mary Police Community Resource Officer and designated patrols by WMPD. All students can access two campus safety apps and the Campus Escort Service.
A comprehensive surveillance camera system is in place to assist with security around the exterior of Richmond Hall; this includes the open area in the front of the main entrance building, the secured pedestrian entry area, all parking lot locations, both vehicular gates, and common areas in the back of the property. The use of cameras in the area will be posted. This system will record all activity and will be used by William & Mary Police.
Is there a bus stop nearby?
Yes, the Green Line and the Trolley, operated by the Williamsburg Area Transit Authority (WATA), stop directly in front of the hall. These times are subject to change.
The Green Line Schedule
- 7:00am to 10:00pm, Monday through Friday
- 10:00am to 10:00pm, Saturday and Sunday
The Trolley Schedule
The Trolley runs a similar route to the green line but in the opposite direction.
- 9:00am to 10:00pm, Monday through Thursday
- 9:00am to 11:00pm, Friday & Saturday
- 9:00am - 6:00pm on Sundays
Are there bike racks available?
Yes, bike racks for student use are located within the fenced area.
Furniture Specifications
Furniture Specifications
The following table provides information about the furniture in One Tribe Place. Please note these specifications are only a guide, and furniture may vary from room to room.
Lofts, carpets, futons, TVs and microfridges can be rented from Dorms Direct. These items are set up in the room before check-in and removed after check-out in May by the supplying vendor.
| Furniture Type | Dimensions | Additional Info (Subject to Change) |
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| Mattress |
Full Size: 53" W x 80" H XL Twin: 36" W x 80" L x 8" D |
Only rooms marked as "XLTwin" in the room type have XL Twin beds only |
| Dresser | 30"W x 24"D x 30"H | Three even-sized drawers |
| Built-In Closet with Upper Shelf & Hanger Rod | 24 3/8" W x 36 1/8" L x 72" H | One fixed 12" shelf above one metal clothes hanging rod |
| Desk (No Hutch) | 23" W x 41 1/8" L x 30" H | Two box drawers, one file drawer, one pencil drawer |
| Desk Chair | Black, contoured steel frame | On casters |
| Window Covering Blinds | varies by hall | |
| One Floor Lamp | varies by hall | |
| One Table Lamp | varies by hall |
