Southwest Roanoke perfectly combines historic charm with modern convenience, featuring beloved neighborhoods like Old Southwest (a National Register Historic District with stunning Victorian and Colonial Revival architecture), the vibrant Grandin Village commercial district, and family-friendly Raleigh Court. At the heart of the area lies Grandin Village, established in 1906 as Roanoke's first suburb, which serves as an urban village where residents can walk to over 80 businesses within one square mile, including the historic Grandin Theatre (opened in 1932 and the region's only surviving grand movie palace), farm-to-table restaurants, craft breweries, unique boutiques, and the Saturday Farmers Market featuring local producers within 100 miles. The neighborhoods offer diverse housing options from historic turn-of-the-century homes to modern developments, with strong community spirit evident in annual events like the Holiday Parlor Tour, Children's Parade, and neighborhood block parties. Outdoor enthusiasts love the proximity to over 1,000 miles of trails in Virginia's Blue Ridge Mountains, easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mill Mountain Park with the iconic Roanoke Star, and the extensive Roanoke Valley Greenway system connecting parks and waterways. The area provides excellent walkability and bikeability with bike share stations, convenient public transportation, and close proximity to downtown Roanoke (under 3 miles), while maintaining the perfect balance of small-town community feel with big-city amenities. Southwest Roanoke is also home to excellent schools including Patrick Henry High School and Governor's School, plus numerous churches, community services, and Highland Park - the city's oldest park.
