Why Live in Edgewood-Summit Hills
Edgewood-Summit Hills is situated on the western edge of Roanoke, offering a blend of suburban living with proximity to urban amenities. The neighborhood is within a 2-mile radius of downtown Salem, offering a variety of restaurants, breweries and locally owned shops. Residents benefit from nearby healthcare facilities, including LewisGale Medical Center and Salem VA Medical Center, as well as Roanoke College. The area features convenient shopping at Lakeside Plaza, which includes a Kroger and various eateries, including Hibachi Express. More dining options are available on Melrose Avenue, including Due South, known for its pit-cooked barbecue. Recreational opportunities abound at Ridgewood Park and Strauss Park, offering playgrounds, baseball and tennis facilities. Golf enthusiasts can visit the Lakeside Golf Center, while sports fans can catch a Salem RidgeYaks game at Salem Memorial Field, just 2 miles away. Mill Mountain Park, 10 miles from the neighborhood, provides hiking trails and is home to the iconic Roanoke Star. Longwood Park, less than 2 miles away, hosts annual music events like Jazz in July and Pickin’ in the Park. Architecture in Edgewood-Summit Hills is primarily midcentury minimal traditional and ranch style, with some Dutch Colonial Revival and Craftsman architecture. Homes are generally small, averaging 1,300 square feet, and lack garages but do often include driveways. The neighborhood is part of the Roanoke City Public Schools district, with Fairview Elementary, Woodrow Wilson Middle and William Fleming High nearby. U.S. Route 460 and Electric Road provide easy access to downtown Roanoke and Interstate 81.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Edgewood-Summit Hills a good place to live?
Edgewood-Summit Hills is a good place to live. Edgewood-Summit Hills is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.8 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $65,928 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Edgewood-Summit Hills are home owners, with 24.4% of residents renting and 75.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Edgewood-Summit Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Edgewood-Summit Hills neighborhood guide.
Is Edgewood-Summit Hills, VA a safe neighborhood?
Edgewood-Summit Hills, VA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Edgewood-Summit Hills?
The median home price in Edgewood-Summit Hills is $234,758. If you put a 20% down payment of $47,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.06%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,130 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $48K a year to afford the median home price in Edgewood-Summit Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Edgewood-Summit Hills is $66K.
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Home Trends in Edgewood-Summit Hills, VA
On average, homes in Edgewood-Summit Hills, Roanoke sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Edgewood-Summit Hills, Roanoke over the last 12 months is $234,950, up 14% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$234,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$234,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$174
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median List Price
$234,758
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
14%