Rocky Mount

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Rocky Mount, VA

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Bask in the charms of this small mountain town near Roanoke

Suburban Rural Historic Charming Welcoming Quaint Affordable Accessible Convenient Mountain Views

Located about 25 miles south of Roanoke in Virginia’s Blue Ridge, Rocky Mount is a small town teeming with historic charm. Rocky Mount is the county seat of Franklin County, the Moonshine Capital of the World. Residents delight in Rocky Mount’s rich heritage and small-town comfort with quick access to urban conveniences and outdoor recreation.

Many of Rocky Mount’s streets are lined with historic buildings containing all kinds of specialty shops, local restaurants, and small businesses. Known as the eastern gateway to the Crooked Road—Virginia’s Heritage Music Trail, Rocky Mount offers residents access to great music with year-round concerts at the vibrant Harvester Performance Center.

Rocky Mount residents also come together for a variety of community events, including Blue Ridge Folklife Festival, Franklin County Agricultural Fair, Warren Street Festival, Moonshine Madness, and Moonshine Motors. Options for outdoor recreation are plentiful with access to a host of parks, the Pigg River, and Smith Mountain Lake. Getting around from Rocky Mount is easy with convenience to U.S. 220.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Rocky Mount, VA is $410 for a studio, $410 for one bedroom, and $595 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Rocky Mount has increased by 2.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$410/month
525 Sq Ft
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Transportation

26

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

15

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Lee M. Waid Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

412 Students

7
out of 10

Rocky Mount Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

290 Students

6
out of 10

Sontag Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

241 Students

5
out of 10

Ben. Franklin Middle-East

Public

Grades 6

566 Students

Rating Unavailable

Ben. Franklin Middle-West

Public

Grades 6-8

1,397 Students

5
out of 10

Ben. Franklin Middle-East

Public

Grades 6

566 Students

Rating Unavailable

Franklin County High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,904 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Blue Ridge Institute Farm Museum
  • W. E. Skelton 4-H Educational Conference Center

Commuter Rail

Airports

  • Roanoke/Blacksburg Regional (Woodrum Field)

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