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permanently settling down, the median
rent is $663 in Halifax and $640 in
Northampton. Coupled with a low cost
of living that is 11.7 percent lower than
the national average, residents can enjoy
elegant tastes on a budget.
A mild year-round climate and
abundant recreational activities in a
beautiful setting also make the Roanoke
Valley an ideal area in which to retire.
Several retirement communities offer
convenient amenities such as lawn
maintenance, nutritious meals, cultural
outings, onsite activities, and much more.
A Roanoke Valley Home From the river to the lakes and the
countryside in between, you can find
your dream home in the Roanoke Valley.
ROANOKE VALLEY Source: U.S. Census QuickFacts 2010-2014,
Sperling’s Best Places 2014
y A PLACE TO CALL HOME The tax rate, or millage rate, is set
PROPERTY TAXES
ake Valle there is no place more beautiful to live than the Roanoke Valley. annually by each county’s Board of

Situated on the Roanoke River and two breathtaking lakes,
Commissioners, the county and city
Boards of Education and municipalities.
Each governing authority estimates
the total revenue from other sources.

budgetary needs, and then a millage rate
o he area enjoys a variety of budgets, with the median home price at This figure is subtracted from overall
$86,400 and a median monthly mortgage
home styles from custom-built
is set that will generate the necessary
an T Colonial homes tucked away in of $1,068, while Northampton County’s revenue to fulfill budgetary requirements.
lakefront estates to cute Dutch
median home price is $82,800 with a
One mill represents $1 of property tax for
o neat little neighborhoods. median monthly mortgage of $1,002. every $1,000 of assessed value.
R First-time homebuyers in Halifax For those who are looking for rental For more information about property
County will find prices to fit their homes and apartment complexes before taxes, please contact:

24 Roanoke Valley Community Guide 2016-2017 • www.rvchamber.com • 252-537-3513