Neighborhoods in Pulaski County, VA

Rushing waters of the winding New River and the scenic backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains attract homebuyers to Barren Springs, an unincorporated community in Hiwassee, Virginia. The population doesn’t suggest overcrowding — the town has only about 800 residents — but there is nothing barren about Barren Springs when it comes to recreation.

Amid the Blue Ridge Mountains, the small agricultural community of Hiwassee offers private living with access to outdoor activities. Part of Pulaski County, which was established in 1839, this region is known for its vast farmland, forests and mountain peaks. Hiwassee also sits next to the New River, which weaves through the landscape to Claytor

Draper, VA, a quiet town in the Blue Ridge Mountains, borders the New River. It features the 57-mile New River Trail State Park and historic Draper Mercantile. Nearby Claytor Lake offers boating and swimming.

Dublin, VA, in the Blue Ridge Mountains, offers small-town living near natural attractions. Residents enjoy Claytor Lake State Park and Evelyn Alexander Waterpark. Major employers include Volvo and the State Police Academy.

Pulaski, VA, a rural town of 9,000, offers affordable housing and industrial jobs at Volvo and Appalachian Power. Residents enjoy Claytor Lake State Park and Calfee Park. Pulaski County Public Schools serve the area.

Parrott is a small community settled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in southwest Virginia. Although the camp sites along the river are often chosen due to the isolation they offer, Parrott is not as far-flung as it may seem. Proximity to Radford, Christiansburg and Virginia Tech all draw prospective homebuyers looking for elbow room