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Within walking distance of Downtown Blacksburg
Apperson-Dickerson is a residential enclave located within walking distance of Downtown Blacksburg and the Virginia Tech campus. A large portion of the neighborhood is made up of the Blacksburg Municipal Park and Old Blacksburg High outdoor athletic complex. Despite being within walking distance of Downtown, mature trees and abundant greenery line residential streets and give this area a more secluded, nature-filled atmosphere. K-12 students in Apperson-Dickerson are zoned for Montgomery County Public Schools, which receives an overall A-minus rating from Niche and was named a top 20 Virginia school district by Niche in 2024. Those living in this area have access to several houses of worship, including the Al-Ihsan Masjid mosque and the Harvest Baptist Church.
Small retailers are along Downtown Main Street near Apperson-Dickerson.
Apperson-Dickerson is within walking and biking distance of Virginia Tech.
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Ranchers and colonial styles along winding streets
A majority of the residential properties in Apperson-Dickerson are single-family homes that date back to the 1950s and 60s. Although there aren’t many sidewalks in this area, the streets are well-maintained, low-traffic and wide enough for pedestrians to walk along. There are even a handful of cul-de-sacs tucked into the center of the neighborhood. Most homes here consist of ranch-style dwellings, split-levels and a smattering of various colonial-style residences, including Dutch Colonials and contemporary Colonials. These single-family properties typically cost between $350,000 and $750,000. Amy Hudson, a local broker/owner of RE/MAX 8, says that the Town of Blacksburg has implemented several restrictions in order to control student numbers in residential areas: “There is a zoning rule that says you can only have three unrelated people in single-family homes,” she says. “It keeps the student population from infiltrating the neighborhoods.” Apperson-Dickerson also has a couple of apartment complexes, including Apartment Heights and multiple condominiums along Owens Street.
Ranch-style homes are typical around the Apperson-Dickerson neighborhood.
You may come across some contemporary colonial homes in the vicinity of Apperson-Dickerson.
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Blacksburg High School excels in sports and academics
Young learners in kindergarten through fifth grade can jumpstart their education at Harding Avenue Elementary School, an A-rated institution located within walking distance of the neighborhood. Older students might then attend the B-plus-rated Blacksburg Middle School, which is situated right next to Blacksburg High School, an A-plus-rated institution. Blacksburg High was also ranked in the top 20 best public high schools in Virginia by Niche in 2024. The BHS sports teams – including soccer, tennis, football, basketball, swimming and cross country – have all won state championships in the past. In 2024, the high school won the VHSL Scholastic Bowl state championship, which the school had last won in 2010.
Apperson-Dickerson has several schools, including Harding Avenue Elementary School.
Blacksburg High School serves students from Apperson-Dickerson.
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Outdoor athletic facilities at Blacksburg Municipal Park
In the middle of Apperson-Dickerson is the Blacksburg Parks and Recreation Administrative Office, which sits adjacent to the Blacksburg Municipal Park, the Blacksburg Community Center and the Blacksburg Aquatic Center. The Municipal Park is open to the public and features a large playground complex and multiple picnic shelters; the park also has a disc golf course that runs along the perimeter. Parkgoers can also find tennis courts and a skatepark situated right next to the parking lot and public restrooms. The park’s lighted baseball field is open to the public, but priority use is given to those who make reservations. Next to the ballfield is the Blacksburg Aquatic Center, which is open year-round and offers daily, seasonal and yearly passes. The Blacksburg Community Center sits right across the street; some of the center’s facilities, like the basketball court, are open to the public, but other amenities – including the fitness center – cost membership fees to access.
Inside the Blacksburg Park & Recreation are several tennis courts in Apperson-Dickerson.
The Blacksburg Aquatic Center is inside the Park & Recreation in Apperson-Dickerson.
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Organic produce at Eats Natural Foods
Only a couple of blocks away from Apperson-Dickerson is Main Street and Downtown Blacksburg, which is lined with a mix of boutique shops, chain eateries and local restaurants. This area also borders the Virginia Tech campus and tends to get pretty busy during the fall and spring semesters: “The summertime is when locals come out more – there are no lines,” Hudson says. However, many students don’t always bother leaving campus to grab a meal. “Virginia Tech has one of the best cafeteria food programs, so many students don’t go out to eat,” Hudson says. One of the most popular restaurants along Main Street is 622 North Restaurant and Wine Bar, a bistro-style eatery with an outdoor patio. Right across the street are Halwa Bakery & Café and Eats Natural Foods, a small grocery store focused on selling organic food and practicing sustainability.
Great natural groceries are available at Eats Natural Foods in Apperson-Dickerson.
Enjoy delicious Lebanese pastries at Halwa Bakery & Cafe on Main Street near Apperson-Dickerson.
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Steppin' Out is a major Blacksburg event
“There are a lot of events on the Virginia Tech campus, but there are also a lot that the town sponsors on its own,” Hudson says. One such celebration is called Steppin’ Out, which takes place in early August before the college semester starts: “They shut down three or four streets,” Hudson says. “There’s music, food, vendors, shows – it goes for two days and people come from all over for the event.” Hundreds of artisan vendors come to Steppin’ Out to set up their tents along Main Street and sell a variety of handcrafted goods.
Bus service operated by Blacksburg Transit
Residents of Apperson-Dickerson are an approximately 3-mile drive away from access to the Route 460 Bypass, a major thoroughfare that travels through Blacksburg and runs south into Christiansburg, where it connects with Interstate 81. To catch a flight, locals drive roughly 40 miles northeast to the city of Roanoke, which is home to the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport. Bus services in this neighborhood are operated by Blacksburg Transit – residents can find several stops along Harding Avenue, Patrick Henry Drive and Main Street.
Apperson-Dickerson relies on a free bus service that operates within the neighborhood.
Apperson-Dickerson has access to Route 460 Bypass, which connects to other neighborhoods.
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Parks in this Area
Blacksburg Parks & Recreation
Hand In Hand Park
Caboose Park
BHS Track
Transit
Airport
Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field)
60 min drive
Bus
Harding & Vista Ebnd
Bus
Giles & Patrick Henry Nbnd
Bus
Harding & Apperson Ebnd
Bus
Harding & Roanoke Ebnd
Bus
Harding & Silverleaf Wbnd
Bus
Harding & Patrick Henry Ebnd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Apperson-Dickerson
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Apperson-Dickerson Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Apperson-Dickerson, Blacksburg sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Apperson-Dickerson, Blacksburg over the last 12 months is $570,000.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
916
Median Age
28
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,352
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,704
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.8%
College Graduates
73.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
49.3%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
52.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
35/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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