Student Housing Development
Summary
Blacksburg just approved a huge new student housing project close to Virginia Tech. While it should help ease the brutal rental market, it's bound to shake up neighborhood traffic depending on your daily commute.
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Impact analysis
It could finally put a dent in sky-high local rents by boosting housing supply.
College students hunting for an apartment and local landlords might not benefit, but renters overall get more options.
Current residents dealing with extra traffic and construction headaches in their backyards.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Town Council concerned over Virginia Tech resolution to halt on-campus housing development plans
Town Council concerned over Virginia Tech resolution to halt on-campus housing development plans WDBJ7
Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech
Blacksburg Town Council approves large student housing project near Virginia Tech WSLS
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