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New River Valley
Where Virginia Tech, the New River, and the Blue Ridge all meet, with some of the lowest tax rates in the region.
Montgomery CountyRadfordPulaski CountyGiles CountyFloyd County
Living in Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg is the college-town center of the New River Valley, with the deepest rental market and the most walkable blocks in Montgomery County.
Also searched as Virginia Tech, Downtown Blacksburg.
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Best fitVirginia Tech access, downtown restaurants, bikeable errands, Huckleberry Trail access, and renters who want more inventory.
TradeoffsCloser-in homes can price above the county median, and town real-estate tax is added to the Montgomery County base rate.
Commute anchorsVirginia Tech, Corporate Research Center, Downtown Blacksburg
School notesMost public-school households use Montgomery County Public Schools. Confirm the exact attendance zone by address before choosing a rental or writing an offer. Enrollment details →
Local rhythm
- Football weekends change traffic and restaurant demand.
- Downtown errands are easiest on foot; larger shopping runs usually point toward Christiansburg.
- Ask about parking and student-calendar noise if you are close to campus.
Neighborhood and town guidance is directional. County/city data, school metrics, tax rates, and market stats live on the full area guides.
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