Why Live in Wildwood
Wildwood in Roanoke is a residential neighborhood with a rich history, highlighted by its 90-year-old civic league. Located east of Roanoke, it offers a blend of community spirit and practical amenities. Residents enjoy proximity to U.S. Route 460, which provides access to Orange Plaza Shopping Center, featuring stores like Creative Cat Consignment and Roanoke Antique Mall, as well as dining options such as Agogo and FarmBurguesa in nearby downtown Vinton. Thrasher Park, within a 15-minute walk, includes a dog park and a renovated futsal court, while Fallon Park offers a unique cyclocross course and access to the Tinker Creek Greenway. Compared to surrounding areas, Wildwood experiences relatively few reported crimes. Homes in Wildwood range from ranch and minimal traditional styles to split-levels and Colonial Revivals, often under 1,500 square feet. Some properties near Tinker Creek may require flood insurance. The neighborhood is less than 2 miles from Fallon Park Elementary School, which features a STEAM lab and fine arts wing, though local schools generally receive average ratings. Residents can walk to local parks and shopping centers, but typically drive for longer trips, with Route 460 providing a convenient, albeit sometimes slow, route to downtown Roanoke. The Valley Metro bus system offers limited service with hourly stops.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wildwood a good place to live?
Wildwood is a good place to live. Wildwood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Wildwood has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.3 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $51,178 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 13.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Wildwood are renters, with 60.9% of residents renting and 39.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Wildwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Wildwood neighborhood guide.
Is Wildwood, VA a safe neighborhood?
Wildwood, VA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Wildwood?
The median home price in Wildwood is $187,441. If you put a 20% down payment of $37,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 5.98%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $900 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $39K a year to afford the median home price in Wildwood. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Wildwood is $51K.
What are the best public schools in Wildwood?
The best public schools that serve Wildwood are:
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Are home prices dropping in Wildwood?
Yes, home prices in Wildwood are down 7% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Wildwood, VA
On average, homes in Wildwood, Roanoke sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Wildwood, Roanoke over the last 12 months is $180,147, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$180,147
Median Single Family Sale Price
$186,073
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$161
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$187,441
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%