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Living in Roanoke
Roanoke and the surrounding counties are an outdoor-lover's paradise. With over 400 miles of paved and natural surface trails, our city is perfect for biking, running, and walking. The Roanoke Greenway is a 14-mile paved path that runs directly next to Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital as well as several outpatient clinics. The Greenway is great for working out before or after work, or even between cases.
Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital sits at the base of Mill Mountain and is directly under the famous Mill Mountain Star. Mill Mountain also offers a 10-mile trail system that is close to the hospital. Five minutes from CRMH is the Blue Ridge Parkway, a 470-mile continuous road that passes through Roanoke and includes 1,000 miles of trails in our region. Roanoke is home to the Blue Ridge Marathon, one of the toughest marathon's in the U.S. due to the change in elevation during the race. Our area also includes famous hikes such as Dragon's Tooth, McAfee Knob, Sharp Top, Tinker Cliffs, and the Virginia Triple Crown Loop. You can enjoy water activities such as kayaking in the James River or Smith Mountain lake. There are events in the city almost every weekend, including celebrations of different cultures (Greek, Italian, Indian, etc.), indoor and outdoor concerts throughout the year. In addition to all the great outdoor activities, there are many unique restaurants, museums, and exhibits from every culture. We also host an extensive array of wineries and breweries. Below are links to some of our favorite outdoor activities, restaurants, and activities!
In addition to being an outdoor paradise, Roanoke is also known for being a family-friendly area and is listed as one of the top ten places to raise a family by Parenting Magazine. Roanoke County is a community of approximately 300,000 and has a small-town feel while offering big city amenities. The city has virtually no traffic congestion and we are located within driving proximity to several major cities. The cost of living in Roanoke is well below average, and there are many great public and private school options. There are also many housing options in Roanoke, including modern apartments, suburbs, lakefront homes, and rural farmland. Traveling is made easy with a regional airport, Amtrak passenger rail and major highways all within a 20-minute drive. Roanoke is a 4-hour drive or train ride to Washington, D.C.
For more information on outdoor activities, housing, and general resources please see links below.
- Outdoor Activities
- For more information on Roanoke Greenways or to use the Trail Directory to find a route that fits your schedule and neighborhood, see Roanoke Valley Greenways.
- Visit Roanoke Outside Foundation for comprehensive information on trails, parks, and greenways
- Check out Visit Roanoke for more information on Roanoke Outdoor Adventures!
- Restaurants, Breweries, Wineries
- Explore unique dining options in Downtown Roanoke.
- Roanoke was featured in the Southern Living magazine in January 2024 with the top 12 places to eat in the city!
- For a comprehensive list of the best restaurants in Roanoke, see Roanoke Dining Guide.
- Art and Culture
- Family Fun
- Real Estate, Apartments, & Neighborhoods
Many of our residents live in the City of Roanoke in either Downtown, South Roanoke City, or Southwest Roanoke City in Grandin Village.
- Apartments in Historic Downtown - over the years, the Roanoke redevelopment plan has converted many historic buildings downtown into restaurants, shops, and residential living. With over 1700 units, downtown Roanoke is one of the premiere locations for young professionals.
- South16 Apartments at the Bridges - located within walking distance of Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital.
- Nest Realty - View available listings by neighborhood
- MKB Neighborhood Directory - View available listings by neighborhood
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