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What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Blacksburg

There are a lot of good restaurants here. One of my favorites is PKs. I also like 622 North Main. We have several playgrounds and walking trails.

I live 5 minutes from Va Tech, not that I like that but the town and busy areas are kept clean and decorated beautifully. There are several things to do with kids.We like the trampoline park and the skate park. I love the walking/hiking trails. I mean I'm in the mountains, what's not to love?!

We like having a walkable park. We like the mountain views. We like the unique architecture. We like being close to our jobs and schools.

I like all the trees in the area. They are blooming flowers and it's very pretty. I also really like the walking path.

Our neighborhood has 2 bank branches. It has a grocery store and beauty parlor/ spa. We have walking/bike trails that connect to national park.

Who Lives Here

Blacksburg Demographics

Education

High School

11%

Associate's

10%

Bachelor's

22%

Master's

16%

Doctorate

41%

Family Size

2 people

49%

3 people

22%

4 people

23%

5 people

3%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

52%

50-100k

23%

100-150k

10%

150-200k

6%

200k+

8%

Age

0-10

5%

10-20

27%

20-45

50%

45-65

11%

65+

7%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Blacksburg?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
-$1200-$1350$1818
-$1200-$1350$1695
-$1225-$1350$1695
-$665-$1288$1500
-$665-$1225$1500
-$665-$1238$1735
-$665-$1250$1800
-$665-$1275$1695
-$1080-$1400$1620
-$1080-$1350$1620
-$1200-$1350$1575
-$1145-$1450$1650
-$525-$1350$1750

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Blacksburg

Blacksburg Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

59%

15-30 Mins

30%

30-40 Mins

7%

40-60 Mins

3%

60+ Mins

2%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 4040

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 9 of 11 renters

Has Sidewalks

No

Say 8 of 11 renters

Percentage: 5757

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 8 of 11 renters

Top Scores: Grocery, Restaurant, Coffee

Things To Do In Blacksburg

Top Score

Grocery Stores

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The food shops around here are few and far between.

  1. Few grocery stores per resident
  2. 38% fewer grocery stores than average
  3. 34% fewer grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Blacksburg serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. A high number of restaurants per resident
  2. An average number of restaurants
  3. 22% more restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Blacksburg.

  1. A high number of coffee shops per resident
  2. 58% more coffee shops than average
  3. Significantly more coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Parks

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not too many park perks in Blacksburg.

  1. A high number of parks per resident
  2. 24% fewer parks than average
  3. 43% more parks than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You'll have to workout somewhere else to keep fit.

  1. A high number of gyms per resident
  2. An average number of gyms
  3. 60% more gyms than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Blacksburg could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. A high number of pet facilities per resident
  2. 72% more pet facilities than average
  3. 52% more pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. A high number of fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. 100% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

We have a bone to pick with this Blacksburg's access to medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. 6% fewer medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Disco is definitely dead around here.

  1. Few bars and clubs per resident
  2. 70% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 74% fewer bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Retail Shops

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

This place is great for recovering shopaholics - a low retail score.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. 100% fewer shops than average
  3. 100% fewer shops than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

1.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Fasten your seat belt, it's a long way to get gas.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 62% fewer gas stations than average
  3. 64% fewer gas stations than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Blacksburg Features

Area Has Litter

No

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Busy Streets

No

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Noise Late At Night

No

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Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 10 of 11 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

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Safe For Families

Yes

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Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 9 of 11 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

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Area Has Potholes

No

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Quiet Area

Yes

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Maintained Yards

Yes

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Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 8 of 11 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

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Near Schools

Yes

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Nice Views

Yes

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Near Highways

Yes

Say 7 of 11 renters

Tree Lined Streets

No

Say 6 of 11 renters

Near Downtown

No

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Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 8 of 11 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 8 of 11 renters

Blacksburg Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Blacksburg

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