Dublin has access to popular roadways and job opportunities
Dublin, set in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, is part of the New River Valley. Residents here are close to the conveniences of a town center without being far from sprawling green hills and farmland. “Dublin has anything from hiking to jobs and entertainment," says Chase Biegler, a real estate agent with eXp Realty, who has worked in the industry for almost three years. "It’s a good place overall if you don’t mind driving a little bit. ... There’s close access to Claytor Lake State Park and proximity to Interstate 81.” Major employers here include manufacturing companies like Volvo and the Virginia State Police Training Academy.
Single-family homes in town and in more rural settings
In town, Dublin's single-family homes are clustered on manicured lots. Farther out, toward Cloyd Mountain, there are patchworks of farmland and homes down long, gravel driveways on large lots. Most homes in the area are in the split-level, Colonial Revival and ranch-styles from the 1930s and 1970s. Homes range from $150,000 to $575,000.
Parks and recreation in Dublin
The Evelyn Alexander Waterpark at Randolph Park has recently been revitalized and has an eight-lane heated lap pool with a water slide. Pool passes cost between $3 and $5. The park also has four baseball fields and other sports fields, such as tennis courts, beach volleyball courts and basketball courts, for pick-up games. There’s also a playground and walking trails surrounding the baseball fields. Claytor Lake State Park is located in Dublin and is known for fishing and boating. The park has a marina on that offers boat supplies and rentals. There’s also a beach bordering the lake that's popular for lounging and swimming during the summer. Beyond the lake are camp sites and trails for birdwatching and hiking.
Commuters use state routes and interstates
Most residents work in downtown Dublin, and those outside town can use the Lee Highway and state Route 100 to access the area. To reach Pulaski, commuters head south on U.S. Route 11 for 7 miles. Along I-81, Christiansburg is 19 miles north and Roanoke is about 55 miles north. LewisGale Hospital Pulaski is 5 miles south, and the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is 51 miles north, using I-81. Houses of worship within Dublin are along state Route 100 and East Main Street, such as River of Life Church, Dublin United Methodist Church and Heritage Church.
Students attend school in Pulaski County
The Pulaski County Public Schools gets a B-minus from Niche. Children may attend Dublin Elementary and Pulaski County Middle, both of which get a C-plus. Students continue to Pulaski County High School, which gets a B-minus. High school students may attend the Southwest Virginia Governor’s School for Science, Mathematics and Technology. This school allows students to attend STEM classes in the morning, then continue regular classes at Pulaski County High School. Students may also earn college credits from New River Community College.
Shopping and dining in nearby towns
In Dublin, fast food chains line state Route 100. A Walmart Supercenter is just off the route. Near Claytor Lake State Park is the Mason Jar, a restaurant and sports bar serving American comfort food and pub fare. Residents head to the Food City and Food Lion in Pulaski for groceries. A former train station known locally as the Grand Old Lady of Pulaski is now home to The Marketplace, a farmers market that features locally grown produce and artisanal goods. The market runs every Tuesday from May to September. More shopping and dining can be found along U.S. Route 460 in Christiansburg, which is lined with malls and shopping centers. The Spradling Farm Shopping Center, 16 miles away, has a T.J. Maxx and a GameStop. Uptown Christiansburg has popular retailers like HomeGoods and Kohl’s.
Events at the New River Valley Fairgrounds
The New River Valley Fair, at the New River Valley Fairgrounds near state Route 100, runs from the end of July to the beginning of August. It offers carnival rides, fair food, a petting zoo, arcade games and other shows and competitions. Also at the fairgrounds, the Dublin Lions Club, a service organization, hosts the Pulaski County Flea Market in June and September for discount goods and second-hand items.
Written By
Isabella Pontecorvo
