Affectionately called "SoRo" by residents, this is one of the oldest areas of the greater Roanoke area. Historic homes in South Roanoke retain much of their 1920s charm. Health care is one of the main industries in the area, including the world-class research center. You may also hear this area referred to as "Crystal Spring," a name from the natural phenomenon that provides water to the South Roanoke area.
Health Care Industry & Research: Located in South Roanoke, the Biomedical Research Institute is part of Virginia Tech, and hosts researchers from all over the globe. The Institute is comprised of several different departments, all focused on the biomedical and health science ecosystem. The Carilion Clinic is a health care provider that has a large campus in South Roanoke and provides health care services and education across the greater Roanoke area.
Tree-Lined Streets with Sidewalks: Much of the housing stock in SoRo can be found along tree-lined streets with sidewalks. Homes have character and architectural interest, and buyers appreciate that all of this charm can be found just minutes from the city center.
Sweet Donkey Coffee
Sweet Donkey Coffee is a hip, local cafe located in a historic house. It serves gourmet coffees, teas, and pastries. On Friday nights you will find live music and a food truck for "Trucks and Tunes" as the whole neighborhood finds its way to this friendly spot. Kids can play and adults can enjoy beer and wine!
Jefferson Street
Jefferson Street is one of the main arteries by which you can traverse much of Roanoke. Start in SoRo, travel past the Research Institute, walk along along the river, and then find your way to your favorite Downtown restaurant for dinner.
The River and Rail
This bistro provides local, seasonal Southern food and cocktails in a stylish space, originally home to the Lipes Pharmacy. You won't be disappointed if you try the deviled eggs!
3,454 people live in City of Roanoke - South, where the median age is 42 and the average individual income is $92,322. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Total Population
Median Age
Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
Average individual Income
There's plenty to do around City of Roanoke - South, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Second Cafe, Tacos Los Toros, and Reggae Grub.
Name | Category | Distance | Reviews |
Ratings by
Yelp
|
---|---|---|---|---|
Dining | 1.74 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 4.57 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 2.27 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 2.09 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 3.05 miles | 11 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Dining | 2.03 miles | 42 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
Shopping | 2.11 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Shopping | 2.11 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.94 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 4.65 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 1.86 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Active | 2.11 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 3.7 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 4.06 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 2.14 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 2.06 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 0.9 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 2.06 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 2.26 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 1.62 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
Beauty | 3.03 miles | 13 reviews | 4.9/5 stars | |
|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
|
||||
|
City of Roanoke - South has 1,499 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in City of Roanoke - South do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 3,454 people call City of Roanoke - South home. The population density is 3,077.826 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Total Population
Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
Median Age
Men vs Women
Population by Age Group
0-9 Years
10-17 Years
18-24 Years
25-64 Years
65-74 Years
75+ Years
Education Level
Total Households
Average Household Size
Average individual Income
Households with Children
With Children:
Without Children:
Marital Status
Blue vs White Collar Workers
Blue Collar:
White Collar: