Neighborhoods as Friendly as Their Residents

From waterside to mountainside, from urban to rural, from sidewalked to trailside, the inventory of Roanoke area neighborhoods is equipped to meet any need and whim.


Note: The story below is an excerpt from our Jan./Feb. 2015 issue. For the full story download our FREE iOS app or view our digital edition for FREE today!



An abundance of trees, access to walking and biking trails, great views and modest commute times to work or shopping define the neighborhoods of the Roanoke region. Where someone chooses to live in this area, made up of an area encompassing Roanoke city and county, Salem, Vinton, and parts of Botetourt and Franklin counties, depends upon personal choice.

Want a downtown condo or fancy apartment? Got it. Like to live in an historic district? You can. Prefer an established city or county subdivision? The area has plenty. Or, maybe you want to be in a golf community or yearn for a mini-mansion in a rural setting. The choices will wow you.

Want to learn more? View our January/February 2015 digital edition today for detailed highlights of the region’s neighborhoods!

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