A river winding through a tree-lined town at sunset, from Paige’s relocation guide
YOUR NEXT CHAPTER · 2026–2027

Your Guide
to the New River Valley.

A little local knowledge. A lot to love.
Discover the neighborhoods, favorite spots, and everyday moments that make this corner of Virginia feel like home.

SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA · THE NEW RIVER VALLEY

Small-town soul. Room for your next chapter.

Mountain views Local favorites Everyday adventure A place to belong
Paige Williams sitting in an armchair
Your local, in your corner.Paige Williams · REALTOR®
A quick hello

A new place.
A familiar feeling.

Whether you’re moving across the country or just across town, getting to know a place makes all the difference.

I’m Paige Williams — a New River Valley transplant, mom of three, animal rescuer, and your local real estate guide. I’ve gathered the places, neighborhoods, and little details I’d want a friend to know before making the move.

From Blacksburg’s college-town energy to Floyd’s creative spirit, there’s more than one way to feel at home here. Let’s find yours.

Paige

Your neighbor. Your guide. Your REALTOR®.

Get to know the valley

Six places. So many possibilities.

Connected by the river. Each with its own rhythm.
Explore the communities that make the NRV special.

Blacksburg guide photograph01 / THE NRV
College-town energy

Blacksburg

A walkable downtown, Hokie Saturdays, and mountain trails. Virginia Tech brings a lively rhythm to a town with deep community roots.

Median detached home$550K
Christiansburg guide photograph02 / THE NRV
Everyday convenience

Christiansburg

The practical heart of the valley. Historic Main Street, local favorites, shopping, and easy interstate access make everyday life feel simple.

Median detached home$347K
Radford guide photograph03 / THE NRV
Life by the river

Radford

A small city with a big sense of place. Riverfront parks, a compact downtown, and Radford University bring together a laid-back local lifestyle.

Median detached home$275K
Giles County guide photograph04 / THE NRV
Mountain & river country

Giles County

Dramatic mountain views, river frontage, and five distinct small towns. A slower pace with the great outdoors right on your doorstep.

Median detached home$235K
Floyd County guide photograph05 / THE NRV
Creative spirit, country life

Floyd County

Bluegrass on Friday nights, independent makers, and wide-open farmland. Appalachian tradition meets a thriving arts-and-farm community.

Median detached home$318K
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Lake days & small towns

Pulaski County

Lake-oriented living and close-knit small towns. Find boating, fishing, biking, and an easy connection to the rest of the valley.

Median detached homeNot listed

Home prices are approximate figures from the 2026–2027 guide, not live market data. Images are from the original guide and illustrate local life; some are representative rather than location-specific.

The good stuff, from a local

Your soon-to-be favorites.

Your morning coffee. Your Friday-night dinner.
The places you’ll come back to, again and again.

Lighthouse Coffee

Blacksburg

Local roaster, pour-overs, and a cozy downtown vibe.

Space Rabbit Coffee

Christiansburg

Hidden-gem espresso and pastries.

Radford Coffee Company

Radford

A Main Street favorite with a small food menu.

Mill Mountain Coffee and Tea

Blacksburg

A reliable, well-loved regional roaster.

Brew da Bean

Christiansburg

Local coffee and amazing pastries.

A home that feels like you

Find your kind of neighborhood.

Tree-lined streets, new beginnings, or a little more room to roam. Start with these Blacksburg neighborhoods.

Golf communities$804K

Blacksburg Country Club

Established golf-course community with tennis and a pool.

Established$407K

Woodbine

Classic homes and mature trees near downtown.

HistoricNot listed

Downtown Blacksburg

Walkable historic core with shops and restaurants near campus.

Established$375K

Hethwood

A wooded master-planned community with trails, pools, and tennis.

Large lots$897K

Deercroft

Custom estate homes and mountain views over Ellett Valley.

Established$448K

Glade-Westover

A quiet in-town neighborhood close to schools and shopping.

Historic$434K

Airport Acres

1940s bungalows and cottages near Virginia Tech and Lane Stadium.

Nature access$609K

Stroubles Mill

Tree-lined streets and direct Huckleberry Trail access.

Established$725K

Miller Southside

Close to downtown dining, parks, and community events.

New builds$605K

Westhill

Townhomes, villas, and single-family homes with a pool and clubhouse.

Nature access$600K

Village at Tom’s Creek

Planned community with trails and green common spaces.

Large lots$1M

Coal Bank Ridge

Wooded acreage, mature trees, and privacy.

New builds$737K

The Preserve

Homes, townhomes, and duplexes with trails and pickleball.

Large lots$1.3M

Lusters Mill

Privacy and acreage within Blacksburg town limits.

New builds$722K

Givens Farm

Single-family community north of downtown with mountain views.

Approximate neighborhood median prices from the guide. Availability and prices change; reach out for current information.

A little off the beaten path

Small places. Hidden gems.

Look beyond the familiar town names for rural pockets with land, privacy, and a character all their own.

Rolling pastures & historic roots

Shawsville

A quiet village between Christiansburg and Salem with Meadowbrook Library, a local museum, and access to Jefferson National Forest.

Guide home-price estimate · High $200Ks
A convenient commuter hideaway

Elliston

Along the US-460 corridor, with historic roots and convenient connections to Christiansburg and Roanoke / Salem.

Guide home-price estimate · ~$239K
Room to spread out

Riner

Farmland, winding country roads, Auburn Park, and nearby Auburn Hills Golf Club, about 10 miles south of Christiansburg.

Guide home-price estimate · $335K–$570K
A little pocket of privacy

Ironto

A tiny rural community east of Blacksburg, known for Virginia’s oldest metal bridge and privacy close to town.

Guide home-price estimate · Not listed
Value with interstate access

Dublin

Easy I-81 access, proximity to major employers like Volvo, and an affordable small-town setting in Pulaski County.

Guide home-price estimate · Low–mid $200Ks
Off the beaten path

More places to know

McCoy, Belview, Plum Creek, Newport, and Check offer more rural pockets to explore across the valley.

Guide home-price estimate · Varies
Your next chapter, made simpler

From “what if” to “we’re home.”

A fresh start doesn’t have to feel overwhelming.
Here’s how we’ll get you there, together.

01

Let’s talk

We’ll discuss your goals, budget, and timeline, and I’ll answer your questions about the New River Valley.

02

Find your fit

Tour neighborhoods and homes that match your criteria. Not local yet? We can explore virtually, too.

03

Prepare for the move

Gather quotes for storage, movers, and travel. Check employer reimbursement if your move is work-related.

04

Make it official

The purchase process often takes about 30 days under contract. We can coordinate closing remotely or in person.

05

Welcome home

Plan any renovations between closing and move-in. My trusted local vendor list is yours.

Let’s start the conversation
Here for you

Your boots on the ground.

A question about the valley? Ready to explore a few homes? I’m here to help you find the right fit — and make the move feel a little more like coming home.

“With her knowledge and expertise in the area … we have found a special place in Blacksburg and made a life long friend.”
ERIC W. · BLACKSBURG