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Student housing meets subdivision living
The multistory apartment complexes along Patrick Henry Drive in Shenandoah are the kind of places Virginia Tech students may spend their years in Blacksburg. In fact, this area is prominently featured on the university’s map of off-campus student housing options. But once students graduate and move out of those rental complexes, they’re not necessarily done with life in Blacksburg. “Virginia Tech students, they’re loyal,” says Jay Mandell, co-owner of MR Real Estate Team and a real estate agent in the area for more than 20 years. “They get to a point in their careers where they want to raise a family. A lot of people move back here because they had an affiliation with the town in their past lives.” The small neighborhood of Shenandoah has housing for both stages of life. There’s a mass of rental communities and a cluster of larger single-family homes. From either one, it’s easy to get on Main Street and visit 50-year-old family businesses or downtown dives the college town is known for.
Residents of Shenandoah value the close proximity to Virginia Tech and nearby amenities.
Shenandoah offers a variety of housing options, including single-family homes, apartments, and condos.
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Single-family homes off Progress Street
Apartment communities geared toward Virginia Tech students cover much of the neighborhood, particularly along Patrick Henry Drive. Rentals on this side of town are known for late-night noise and parties, though single-family homes are buffered from the nearest apartments by at least a couple hundred feet of trees. Single-family homes are confined to the winding roads off Progress Street. Colonial Revivals and ranch homes stand on modestly sized lots heavy with trees and flower gardens. Most homes have driveways and garages for the cars that residents use to reach shopping and entertainment outside the neighborhood. Homes sell between the high $300,000s and the mid-$600,000s.
Shenandoah is an ideal choice for students seeking a vibrant living experience, with numerous apartment options available.
ShenandoahThe architecture in Shenandoah reflects the neighborhood's rich history.
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Cycle around Shenandoah
The Shenandoah Bike Trail encircles the neighborhood’s collection of single-family homes. Homeowners are within a 10-minute walk of an entrance to the paved trail, which runs for just over a mile through shaded groves and behind neighbors’ fence lines. Benches, picnic tables and a playground dot the trail. A mile away, canines run and play at Blacksburg Dog Park. Some of the area’s best recreation is just beyond the town’s boundaries. Mandell points to Giles County, covered by nearly 100 square miles of Jefferson National Forest and 50 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Shenandoah residents are within a 10-mile drive of the county. The various houses of worship in and just outside the neighborhood include Ascent Church, the Islamic Society of New River Valley and a Jehovah’s Witnesses Kingdom Hall.
The Shenandoah Bike Trail combines suburban living with easy access to outdoor recreational activities.
Blacksburg Dog Park is the go-to spot for taking your furry friends near Shenandoah.
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Gilbert Linkous Elementary ranked No. 1 in the county
Children need to go less than a mile outside the neighborhood to take classes at Gilbert Linkous Elementary School. It’s the only Montgomery County Public School to be named a National Blue Ribbon School, the highest award given by the U.S. Department of Education. Niche gives it a grade of A, ranking it the best public elementary school in the county. Students in Shenandoah can attend two other well-rated schools: B-plus-graded Blacksburg Middle School and Blacksburg High School, given an A-plus.
Gilbert Linkous Elementary School serves students in grades K–5, with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13:1.
Blacksburg High School is known for its exceptional athletics program, consistently recognized for excellence both in Montgomery County and across Virginia.
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Street festivals downtown
Most of Blacksburg’s annual festivals are held a mile away downtown. The town puts many on in the summer when few students are around. For example, Steppin’ Out brings dancers, musicians and artisans to Main Street in early August. There are events in the spring and fall, too; Virginia Tech has organized the International Street Fair annually since the ‘60s. Attendees can experience games, music and food from more than 40 countries on a single day in April.
The Blacksburg Farmers Market, located near Shenandoah, is renowned for its high-quality, fresh products.
Market Square Jam is where locals gather to enjoy live music and build friendships, just near Shenandoah.
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Bus and the bypass service Shenandoah
Shenandoah residents can easily bike around the neighborhood, but they typically use cars to travel beyond it. The neighborhood connects to the U.S. Route 460 bypass, and drivers can zip along it through the Blacksburg area. Ten miles south of Shenandoah, the bypass connects to Interstate 81. The Blacksburg Transit bus stops in front of the apartments on Patrick Henry Drive. Mainly students use the bus system, which routes from the neighborhood to the Virginia Tech campus.
Doughnuts and drinks on Main Street
A few businesses operate near the neighborhood at the intersection of Patrick Henry Drive and North Main Street. These include Blacksburg icon Carol Lee Donuts, a family-owned shop that opened in 1968. Across the street from Carol Lee Donuts, locals can shop at Food Lion, fill prescriptions at locally owned Blacksburg Pharmacy and grab a pie from Roma Pizza. About a mile south of the neighborhood, downtown begins. A mile-long strip on either side of Main Street is flanked by eateries, bars and boutique shops. Some are relaxed hangouts, such as Egyptian-Lebanese café Halwa, while others, such as the bar Top of the Stairs, are often packed with students until late in the evening.
A local favorite, Carol Lee Donuts has been a family-owned staple in Shenandoah since 1968.
Shenandoah residents can enjoy an evening of dining and shopping in downtown Blacksburg.
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Transit
Airport
Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field)
59 min drive
Bus
Patrick Henry & Progress Ebnd
Bus
Patrick Henry & Seneca Ebnd
Bus
Patrick Henry & Mary Jane Wbnd
Bus
The Village On Patrick Henry Wbnd
Bus
Seneca & Patrick Henry Sbnd
Bus
Pheasant Run
Bus
Patrick Henry & Toms Creek Wbnd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shenandoah
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shenandoah Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shenandoah, Blacksburg sell after 115 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Shenandoah, Blacksburg over the last 12 months is $345,750, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Townhouse in popular Pheasant Run - an ideal investment opportunity with a strong rental history, and a lease in place through July 2026. Conveniently located near the BT bus stop, VT campus, grocery stores, shopping, and dining. This 4BR/2.5BA unit offers a spacious main level with living, dining, kitchen, and half bath, plus four bedrooms and two full baths upstairs. Newer HVAC adds long-term
Priced to Sell! Just under 4 deeded acres within the town limits of Blacksburg. This lot offers tremendous privacy but with convenient access to downtown and the Virginia Tech Campus.
We have 1, 2 & 4 bedroom units available all with private baths. They are designed to maximize space with their contemporary layout that includes all the latest features and conveniences including walk-in closets, a washer and dryer, microwave and a dishwasher. Park37 is more than just a housing complex – it is a neighborhood, and any good neighborhood comes with amenities for the locals. We
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,928
Median Age
25
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
3.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$13,535
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$31,115
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
45%
Advanced Degrees
29.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
38.6%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
41/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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