Why Live in Mountain View
Mountain View in Blacksburg is a neighborhood that offers a mix of older and newer homes, with those built during the country club era featuring Cape Cod and minimal traditional styles on spacious, wooded lots. More recent constructions, particularly Craftsman-inspired houses, are found in a typical subdivision layout. The neighborhood is bordered by the Blacksburg Municipal Golf Course and a farm, providing a buffer from other subdivisions. Residents enjoy walking the quiet, shaded streets and hilly lanes with views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Downtown Blacksburg, less than half a mile away, offers a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars, including student hangouts and more subdued spots like 622 North. The Blacksburg Farmers Market operates downtown on Wednesdays and Saturdays from April to October, and Saturdays in November and December. For groceries, Kroger is less than a mile away, while larger stores like Walmart and Lowes are 5 miles away in Christiansburg. The neighborhood includes two churches and is close to Crestview Tot Lot Playground. Montgomery County Public Schools serve the area, with highly rated Margaret Beeks Elementary, Blacksburg Middle, and Blacksburg High School. The neighborhood is about 8 miles from Interstate 81 and 35 miles from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Mountain View a good place to live?
Mountain View is a good place to live. Mountain View is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Mountain View has 1 park for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.7 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $97,745 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 67% of residents. A majority of residents in Mountain View are home owners, with 46.9% of residents renting and 53.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Mountain View can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Mountain View neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Mountain View?
The median home price in Mountain View is $674,812. If you put a 20% down payment of $135,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,430 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $147K a year to afford the median home price in Mountain View. The average household income in Mountain View is $98K.
What are the best public schools in Mountain View?
The best public schools that serve Mountain View are:
What are the best private schools in Mountain View?
The best private schools that serve Mountain View are:
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Are home prices dropping in Mountain View?
Yes, home prices in Mountain View are down 11% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Mountain View, VA
On average, homes in Mountain View, Blacksburg sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Mountain View, Blacksburg over the last 12 months is $592,312, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$592,312
Median Single Family Sale Price
$585,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Median List Price
$674,812
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%