Roanoke ranked 15th best city for first time home buyers nationwide Ian Price July 10, 2019 1 minute read If you were thinking of buying your first home, a new study says Roanoke is one of the best places in the country to do just that. WFIR’s Ian Price has more: To see full study results click here Share: Post navigation Previous: CNBC says Virginia “Best State” for businessNext: Site expert on why VA is good for business Related Stories VDOT Announces a First-in-the-State inventory of all of the Commonwealth’s Multiuse Trails Emma Thomas May 8, 2026 Virginia Supreme Court strikes down redistricting referendum Clark Palmer May 8, 2026 Inseparable’s ‘Care That’s Fair’ Campaign Highlights VA’s Struggling Mental Healthcare Industry Emma Thomas May 8, 2026