Ghent, Roanoke, VA
Ghent — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Ghent, Roanoke, 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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Ghent Neighborhood Overview
Overview
Ghent is a historic, tree-lined neighborhood located just southwest of downtown Roanoke. Known for its charming early 20th-century architecture and strong sense of community, it offers a quiet, residential feel with close proximity to the city's core amenities.
Housing & Real Estate
The housing stock primarily consists of well-maintained bungalows, Tudors, and American Foursquares. With a median home value of approximately $238,300, Ghent represents one of Roanoke's more stable and desirable in-town residential markets.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by Roanoke City Public Schools, including Fishburn Park Elementary School. Its location is also convenient for access to several private school options and is just a short drive from Virginia Western Community College.
Parks & Recreation
Residents enjoy the neighborhood's own Fishburn Park, which features tennis courts, a playground, and walking trails. The nearby Roanoke River Greenway also provides extensive paths for cycling, running, and easy access to downtown.
Local Dining & Shopping
While primarily residential, Ghent is minutes from the vibrant dining and retail scenes of downtown Roanoke and the Grandin Village commercial district. Local favorites like Scratch Biscuit Company and River and Rail are just a short drive away.
Who Lives Here
The neighborhood attracts a mix of young professionals, families, and long-time residents. With a median household income around $67,295, it is a community of middle to upper-middle-income households who value history, location, and neighborhood character.
Ghent Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $238K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $823/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $67K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 60.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.5% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 7.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Primary ZIP Code | 24015 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Ghent, Roanoke
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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 2026-04-18