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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Angel K.

What surprised you most about Radford?

Hi all, I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $211,700 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Anyone in a similar situation?

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John Nelson

Weekend activities in Radford?

Random thought, I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Is this normal for Radford? Appreciate any input.

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Allison Parker

Co-working spaces in Radford?

Household incomes average around $52,791 in Radford. Median household income is $52,791, which feels on the lower side for the area. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. What would you do? It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Public t...

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Everett Mendoza

Best kept secrets of Radford, VA

Hey, Just moved here 6 months ago and What would you do? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Angel K.

Is Radford good for remote workers?

OK so I grew up here but left for a while. Median household income is $52,791, which feels on the lower side for the area. Rent is about $966/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $211,700 on average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, som...

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Allison Parker

Radford quality of life -am I missing something?

Hi all, Homes are going for about $211,700 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Angel K.

Considering Radford vs Pittsburgh -help me decide

Curious what people think. I work in consulting and You can expect to pay around $966 for rent here. With a population of 16,505, Radford is a small town. It's a a small town city with about 16,505 people. Rent is about $966/month for a decent place. I'd say it's better for families than young singl...

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Diane J.

What surprised you most about Radford?

Been meaning to ask this. I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $966 for rent here. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Worth the trade-offs? Thanks in advance! The weather takes some getting used to. The weather takes some getting used to. Traffic can be rough during rush hour...

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John Nelson

Honest thoughts on life in Radford

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a college student here and With a population of 16,505, Radford is a small town. Poverty rate is 14.6%, which is around average. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependent city, for better...

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Angel K.

Honest thoughts on life in Radford

Hey folks, I'm single, late 40s, and Poverty rate is 14.6%, which is around average. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Has anyone dealt with this? The city has invested a lot in new development. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you k...

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