Safest Neighborhoods in Grayson County, VA

In the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Southwest Virginia, Elk Creek blends a deep country feel with access to modern-day necessities and amenities. “Elk Creek is a largely agricultural community in a beautiful valley,” says local Realtor Joan Collins of Collins and Associates, who has been in real estate for 23 years. “It’s rural with

Mouth of Wilson’s winding roads surrounded by pasture land and country homes cut through the Blue Ridge Highlands, a setting synonymous with Middle Appalachia living. “It’s a rural, agricultural area, and it's very sparsely populated,” says Joan Collins, broker and owner of Collins & Associates, who has 18 years of selling experience in the area.

Troutdale, VA, nestled in the Appalachians, offers scenic beauty and outdoor recreation. Equestrian trails and the Appalachian Trail attract nature lovers. The area features highly rated schools and a peaceful rural setting.

Independence, VA, sits near the New River and outdoor attractions like Whitetop Mountain. The small town offers ranch-style homes and cabins, with hiking and water activities nearby. Grayson County High School is highly rated.

Fries, VA, a former mill town on the New River, is now a quiet outdoor destination. It offers access to New River Trail and Grayson Highlands State Parks, attracting nature lovers and second-home buyers.