Shady Spring, Glen Lyn, VA
Shady Spring — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Shady Spring, Glen Lyn, Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) licensing database.
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Shady Spring Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Shady Spring is a quiet, residential neighborhood in the small town of Glen Lyn, Virginia. Nestled along the banks of the New River, it offers a peaceful, close-knit community atmosphere with scenic mountain views.
Housing & Real Estate
The neighborhood primarily features single-family homes, often on spacious, tree-lined lots. With a median home value of approximately $192,200, it represents an affordable and stable market for the region.
Schools & Education
Residents are served by the Giles County Public Schools system. Students typically attend Glen Lyn Elementary School and later Giles High School, known for its strong sense of community.
Parks & Recreation
The neighborhood's proximity to the New River provides easy access to fishing, kayaking, and scenic walks. Nearby Clendennin Park offers additional green space, picnic areas, and community events.
Local Dining & Shopping
Daily essentials and casual dining are found along nearby Route 460 in neighboring towns like Pearisburg. For a wider variety of shopping and restaurants, residents often take a short drive to Blacksburg or Princeton.
Who Lives Here
Shady Spring is home to a mix of families, professionals, and retirees. The neighborhood boasts a relatively high median household income of around $81,544, reflecting a stable and comfortable economic standing.
Shady Spring Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $192K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $754/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $82K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 93.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 7.0% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 23.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 25832 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Shady Spring, Glen Lyn
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: Virginia Real Estate Board (VREB) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17