$361,536Average Value$235Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Charles Burnette,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shenandoah, Blacksburg sell after 117 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Shenandoah, Blacksburg over the last 12 months is $351,029, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath Hunters Ridge condo is just minutes from campus, conveniently located near shopping, and right on the Blacksburg Transit bus line. Currently leased at $1,950/month through 7/24/25, this property offers immediate rental income in a high-demand location. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio or secure housing for the future, this is a smart buy in
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
Very Nice Blacksburg Condo in Great Location - On BT Route and Only a Few Blocks to VT Campus. Popular Among Young Professionals and VT Students. Close Proximity to Kroger, Starbucks, Macado's, 7-11, Post Office, Panera, Subway, Wells Fargo, and Much More! Two Bedrooms (2nd is loft-style) and 1 Bath; with Updated Flooring, Cabinetry, and Appliances. Enjoy Washer/Dryer in Condo, Deck, Ample
!!!Price just reduced!!! Check out this great townhouse with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths in the popular Pheasant Run Crossing community! Convenient and quiet location.Stove, refrigerator, microwave, washer/dryer in unitSteps from VT Bus StopClose to grocery store, bank, restaurantNo smoking. No pets.Owner pays for trash collect, tenants pay for utility bills
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
Charles Burnette,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
