The City of Galax is named after the Galax leaf which is native to the area and grows in the mountainous regions of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Galax is one of only forty-two independent cities in the United States. 6,800 people call this city home, and it’s not hard to see why. Steeped in culture and offering lots of unique opportunities, Galax is a unique place in Southwestern Virginia. While manufacturing, health care, and retail are the primary jobs, the city is very open to and supportive of local businesses. This might be the perfect place to start that business you’ve always dreamed of!
The City of Galax is going through an economic revitalization that focusing on their heritage of art and music. Galax is designated as the World Capital of Old Time Mountain Music. Chestnut Creek School of the Arts opened in 2007 as a center whose mission is preserving the art and music heritage of the area. They offer weekend art classes and musical experiences with local legends. They also have a pottery studio that is open to the public, and are in the process of building a woodworking studio to further brand the city as a Music and Art Heritage Hub. Their downtown is robust, offering local shops, antiquing, and restaurants.
Whether you are looking for a quaint cottage on the edge of town or a home right in the middle of things, Galax has a variety of options when it comes to real estate. Highly connected to the adjoining counties of Grayson and Carroll, you can find properties that can make you feel like you’re in the rural countryside or a home right next to downtown.
If you are looking for real estate in or around the city of Galax, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Mountain Sky Properties can help you find the home or land you have been dreaming of. Give us a call at (276) 228-8882 or click here to message us directly.
53 Cherry Blossom Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 1 Baths 1,025 SqFt 0.300 Acres
829 Glendale Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,368 SqFt 0.570 Acres
901 W Stuart Dr. Galax, Virginia
4 Beds 2 Baths 4,072 SqFt 0.700 Acres
83 Summerwood Lane Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,040 SqFt 0.480 Acres
412 West Stuart Dr. Galax, Virginia
5 Beds 4 Baths 5,198 SqFt 1.360 Acres
395 Shady Square Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,680 SqFt 1 Acres
180 Roseland Road Galax, Virginia
4 Beds 4 Baths 3,032 SqFt 7.820 Acres
604 W. Center St Galax, Virginia
2 Beds 1 Baths 825 SqFt 0.140 Acres
4104 Glendale Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,500 SqFt 0.502 Acres
159 Willow Bend Dr Galax, Virginia
6 Beds 5 Baths 5,569 SqFt 5.100 Acres
588 Shepherds Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 2,002 SqFt 0.984 Acres
1410 Fairview Road Galax, Virginia
3 Beds 2 Baths 1,620 SqFt 0.720 Acres
Displaying schools in Galax
Name | Grade Range | Enrollment | Rating |
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Baywood Elementary School |
PK-5 | ||
Coop Center For Excep Children |
n/a | ||
Fairview Elementary School |
K-5 | ||
Galax Elementary School |
PK-4 | ||
Galax High School |
8-12 | ||
Galax Middle School |
5-7 | ||
Gladeville Elementary School |
PK-5 | ||
Landmark Baptist Academy |
3-12 | ||
Oakland Elementary School |
PK-5 |