Roanoke Valley home sales rise 9% in 2016 Evan Jones January 27, 2017 1 minute read 2016 was the biggest year for Roanoke Valley home sales for close to a decade, and realtors say if the current trend continues, this could be a good year for home sellers. WFIR’s Evan Jones has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Dem. gubernatorial candidate weighs in on TrumpNext: VT-C Research: Witnesses of traumatic events can develop PTSD Related Stories Presbyterian Community Center cuts ribbon on new home in SE Roanoke Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 June is Gun Violence Awareness Month – the local group “Fed Up” will hold an event next Friday Gene Marrano May 29, 2026 Governor Spanberger announces dismissal of Rector of Virginia Tech Board of Visitors Clark Palmer May 28, 2026