$198,441Average Value$140Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Established neighborhood on Roanoke’s far west side
Wilmont is on Roanoke’s far west side. An established neighborhood where 1960s homes lie on soft slopes and slightly curved roads, Wilmont offers buyers properties with good bones that they can make their own. “That’s an established, quieter area with older housing,” says Bob Chandler, Realtor with MKB Realtors, who has sold homes throughout Roanoke. “People are drawn to the price.” Fairview Elementary School is in the neighborhood, and kids walk to and from school. Before going home, they might head to Strauss Park or to one of the markets that line Shenandoah Avenue SW. Wilmont is equidistant from downtown Roanoke and downtown Salem, providing residents with options for weekend window shopping or dining.
Strauss Park is a beloved local hangout, combining nature with community.
Downtown Roanoke is only a short drive away and has plenty of retail and restaurants.
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1960s homes on sloped roads
1962 is the median year Wilmont’s homes were constructed, and the area embodies a neighborhood from this time. The streets lack sidewalks and are wide enough to accommodate cars parked on either side – where many are, even though most homes have driveways and covered carports. Ranch-styles, bilevels and a few Cape Cods sit up and down the Wilmont’s gentle hills. Potential homebuyers can find a property here for between $115,000 and $220,000, with the size and condition being the biggest contributors to price variation.
The neighborhood's ranch homes are sought after for their timeless design.
Wilmont's bi-levels blend modern updates with classic charm.
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Commerce along Shenandoah Avenue
A Food Lion grocery store sits in Wilmont’s southwest corner. In the same shopping center, there’s a Family Dollar, a Subway and a few other businesses. A few modest markets where residents can grab quick snacks line Shenandoah Avenue NW. For a larger shopping trip, downtown Roanoke is about 4 miles east, while downtown Salem is about 4 miles west. There are a few houses of worship throughout the neighborhood as well, like The Hill Church and the Masjid An-Nur Islamic Center.
Local retail is located right around the corner from the neighborhood.
Food Lion is the go to spot for fresh produce.
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Strauss Park’s courts are a hub for local basketball enthusiasts.
What’s happening at Strauss Park
Strauss Park sits within walking distance of some homes. When parking, visitors will see Sycamore trees lining the north side and the sun shining on shadeless grass. Dense trees grow on the south side, where Peters Creek runs through. A picnic shelter and a playground lay at the top of the park. Then, there are tennis and basketball courts where people play pickup games. Youth sports leagues like the Virginia Hellcats occasionally use the park for practices and tryouts.
Getting around Wilmont
Peters Creek Road, one of Roanoke’s main thoroughfares, runs along the neighborhood’s western border and leads north, towards the U.S. Interstate 581 interchange. Valley Metro buses along Shenandoah Avenue NW and Westwood Boulevard NW lead throughout the city via public transit. Shenandoah Avenue also leads east towards downtown and west towards Salem. In case of emergency, the Carillion Roanoke Community Hospital is about 5 miles west. To leave the Blue Ridge and start a journey to someplace else, locals can head to the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, about 4 miles northeast.
The major interstates run through Wilmont connecting the neighborhood to downtown.
Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport is a short drive away making travel convenient.
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College credit at Patrick Henry High School
Students are zoned for Roanoke City Public Schools. They can attend Fairview Elementary School and Woodrow Wilson Middle School, which both receive C-plus scores from Niche. Fairview Elementary is on Westwood Boulevard, and this is a neighborhood where parents can walk their children to school. Students can finish their public education at Patrick Henry High School, which earns a B from Niche and offers Dual Enrollment with Virginia Western Community College.
Fairview Elementary has a total enrollment of 512 students.
Patrick Henry High School has a student to teacher ratio of 15:1.
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Salem Turnpike Eb Near 31st (Contractor's Building Supply)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wilmont
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
9
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
10
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Wilmont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wilmont, Roanoke sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Wilmont, Roanoke over the last 12 months is $207,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Primary dwelling is a 4 BR house with 2 full BA, central HVAC, a large eat-in kitchen, laundry room, large covered front porch & back patio / carport. Occupied, text LA to schedule showing 48hr in advance. Off street parking in shared driveway. Back building is a duplex. Vacant, text LA for lockbox code. Landlord pays water/sewer only. Tenant pays gas and electric.
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home that perfectly blends charm and modern comfort. Step inside to discover hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout that feel like home from the moment you arrive. The kitchen is updated with new appliances. Conveniently located just minutes from local shops and restaurants, this home offers the perfect mix of tranquility and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,182
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,386
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$49,457
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88%
College Graduates
25.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
43''
Average Winter Low Temperature
29°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
26/ 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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