Southern Hills Homes for Sale

Southern Hills in Roanoke is a neighborhood characterized by its varied housing styles and scenic natural surroundings. Located about 5 miles from downtown Roanoke, it features mid-century homes on patchy grass lots and newer subdivisions with homes built as recently as 2024. The area is known for its proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Chestnut Ridge Trail, and Mill Mountain, offering residents numerous outdoor attractions. The Chestnut Ridge Trail, a roughly 5-mile path, winds through forests and connects to Mill Mountain’s trails, leading to Roanoke’s iconic star. Sunrise Park provides open green spaces, a playground, basketball courts, and walking paths. Housing options range from 1950s and 60s ranches to contemporary farmhouses and condos with scenic views. The neighborhood’s shopping and dining options are primarily along Franklin Road SW, featuring fast food, chain restaurants, and big box stores like The Home Depot and Kohl’s. The nearby Tanglewood Mall is undergoing revitalization, adding amenities like a YMCA. For groceries, residents have access to Kroger, Food Lion, and The Fresh Market. Mill Mountain Coffee & Tea and Ben Gui Sushi are popular local dining spots. Students attend highly rated Crystal Spring Elementary School, followed by James Madison Middle School and Patrick Henry High School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, and key locations such as Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital and Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport are within a 10-mile radius.