Neighborhood
Downtown Roanoke
The central hub of Roanoke is home to 2,500 residents, major employers, a multitude of locally-owned businesses, and more than 70 restaurants.
Old Southwest
Known for a strong community of diverse residents who lovingly care for its array of unique, turn-of-the-century homes.
Walkable and Bikeable
Want to be a one-car household? Make it happen in Old Southwest where everything is a short walk, bike ride, or bus trip away.
Historic Houses
If historic charm is your thing, this is your neighborhood.
Plenty to Do
Explore the nearby breweries, coffee shops, eateries, performance spaces, and playgrounds that the neighborhood has to offer.
About Old Southwest
Recognized by the Virginia Statewide Neighborhood Conference as one of the state’s best places to live, Old Southwest is a historic neighborhood listed on both the Virginia Landmarks Register and the National Register of Historic Places. The neighborhood’s proximity to downtown Roanoke provides residents with public services, commercial establishments, and the region’s premiere cultural amenities, all within walking distance. Old Southwest is also home to the city’s oldest park, Highland Park, as well as a nationally-acclaimed elementary school.
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Life in Old Southwest
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