Why Live in Glade-Westover
Glade-Westover is a residential suburb in between the Jefferson National Forest and Virginia Tech. The area features ranch-style, split-level and contemporary colonial homes on large plots, as well as apartment complexes closer to the campus. Residents enjoy Westover Park and Lark Lane Park, which have playgrounds, basketball courts and open green spaces. Nearby, the Heritage Community Park and Natural Area's nearly 170 acres include parkland, a dog park and hiking trails that connect to the 15-mile Huckleberry Trail. Families benefit from highly rated schools within the Montgomery County Public Schools district, including Kipps Elementary School, Blacksburg Middle School and Blacksburg High School, known for its strong academic and athletic programs.
It boasts natural beauty, with farmland in the area, and has the University Mall Shopping Center nearby with various shops and restaurants. The University Mall Shopping Center is home to Kroger, Dollar General, The Beast of Blacksburg Pizzeria and Zeppoli’s Italian restaurant. Rising Silo Brewery is close by and adds local charm with its farm brewery setting. U.S. Route 460 runs through the neighborhood, and public transportation is available through Blacksburg Transit's free bus service. The town also supports a growing cycling community with bike lanes. Residents can reach the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport within approximately a 40-mile drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glade-Westover a good place to live?
Glade-Westover is a good place to live. Glade-Westover is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Glade-Westover has 4 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.9 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $102,268 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 74.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Glade-Westover are home owners, with 40.5% of residents renting and 59.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Glade-Westover can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Glade-Westover neighborhood guide.
Is Glade-Westover, VA a safe neighborhood?
Glade-Westover, VA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glade-Westover?
The median home price in Glade-Westover is $419,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.3%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Glade-Westover. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Glade-Westover is $102K.
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Home Trends in Glade-Westover, VA
On average, homes in Glade-Westover, Blacksburg sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Glade-Westover, Blacksburg over the last 12 months is $353,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$353,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$386,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$229
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$419,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
28%