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 Mill Mountain Zoo welcomes pair of Patagonian maras Web Staff June 19, 2026 Dr. Verletta White, Superintendent of Roanoke City Schools, to step down in one more year Gene Marrano June 18, 2026 Fire chief presents plan to replace 75-year-old Roanoke Fire Station No. 2 Ian Price June 18, 2026