Blacksburg

Blacksburg represents the quintessential university town where innovation meets tradition, anchored by Virginia Tech's prestigious campus with over 30,000 students that brings world-class education, cutting-edge research, and infectious energy to this vibrant community nestled in Virginia's stunning New River Valley. The town perfectly balances its bohemian, creative atmosphere with Southern charm, featuring a thriving downtown with over 200 shops and restaurants, unique boutiques, the historic Lyric Theatre, and the world-renowned Moss Arts Center that regularly hosts performances by internationally acclaimed artists. Outdoor enthusiasts are drawn to Blacksburg's incredible location just minutes from the Appalachian Trail, with access to iconic hikes like McAfee Knob and Dragon's Tooth, the beautiful Cascades Falls, plus excellent opportunities for mountain biking, fishing, and recreation at nearby Claytor Lake State Park and throughout the Blue Ridge Mountains. The community offers diverse housing options from historic downtown neighborhoods and classic bungalows to modern developments like Midtown with its urban-inspired living, plus various condos, townhomes, and custom-built homes that cater to everyone from students and young professionals to families and retirees. Blacksburg's economy thrives beyond the university with the 230-acre Virginia Tech Corporate Research Park housing over 180 companies employing more than 3,000 workers, while residents enjoy a cost of living below the national average, excellent public transit, walkable neighborhoods, and year-round cultural events including festivals, farmers markets, and Hokie sports that create an unmatched sense of community spirit and engagement in this dynamic college town where education, innovation, and mountain living converge.