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.
Home Trends in Wildwood, VA
On average, homes in Wildwood, Roanoke sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Wildwood, Roanoke over the last 12 months is $222,000, up 23% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$222,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$235,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$195,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$168
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$222,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
23%