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4 Reasons Southwest VA is the Perfect Place to Raise a Family

November 17, 2020 by First Residential Mortgage

Buying a Home in Blacksburg Virginia

Thinking about moving your family to Blacksburg, Abingdon, Marion, or elsewhere in Southwest VA? Buying a home in Blacksburg or any of the surrounding communities is a great choice for anyone but may be an especially ideal fit if you have kids to raise. Here are a few reasons to consider settling down in Southwest VA with your loved ones.

Tips Before Buying a Home in Blacksburg

  1. Beautiful neighborhoods and a small-town feel. Spacious, beautiful houses with large yards are the norm in Blacksburg and the surrounding region. Kids will love having the chance to grow up in one of these lovely neighborhoods. If you have spent much time in Northern VA, you know that the area surrounding Washington D.C. can feel congested. Southwest VA replaces that hustle and bustle with a small-town atmosphere and a sense of community you won’t find in too many other places. Housing costs in Blacksburg are not too different from those elsewhere in the state. At First Residential Mortgage, we can connect you with competitive rates on Blacksburg home purchase loans.
  2. Low crime rates. Another reason Blacksburg is an amazing place to move with your family is that crime rates here are quite low compared to the US average. In fact, Sperling’s ranks crime on a scale of 1 to 100, where 1 is the lowest and 100 is the highest. On that scale, the nationwide average violent crime rate is 22.7. In Blacksburg, it is just 10! The property crime rate in Blacksburg of 18.9 is also much lower than the 35.4 US average. So, you can rest assured that your kids will be growing up in a safe area.
  3. Amazing educational opportunities. A lot of people move to Blacksburg with their families in large part because of the educational opportunities for their kids. In fact, if you will be staying in the area over the long term, your kids will have the chance to apply for Virginia Tech. Blacksburg may be a small town, but in many ways, Virginia Tech has put it on the map. The university has consistently received incredible rankings from a wide range of publications and is recognized nationwide as a top school.
  4. Great opportunities for leisure. Yet another reason this is a wonderful area to settle down with kids is that there are endless fun activities to enjoy in Blacksburg and throughout Southwest VA. For a lot of kids growing up, attending Virginia Tech Hokies games serves as both a fun pastime and an early introduction to the school. There are a lot of historic sites and natural parks in this region as well. The most well-known destination locally is probably Shenandoah National Park. Many people visit the park from throughout the country or even travel internationally to enjoy it. But for you, it is just a couple of hours away.

Move into a Home in Blacksburg or the Surrounding Area Today

Now you know a few reasons why this area is such a popular one for raising a family. First Residential Mortgage works with customers in Blacksburg and through the entire region on home purchases and refinances. Are you ready to move your family to Southwest Virginia? Give us a call today at (540) 838-5868 to schedule your consultation.

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