The Adventurer’s Guide to Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg and Rockingham County are home to a wealth of outdoor adventures -- bicycling, hiking, annual events that get your heart pumping, boating, golfing, camping, and much more. Our local area has received many accolades for boasting a convenient location to several thrilling attractions and get-aways in the Shenandoah Valley. Here's a guide to get you started on your own outdoor adventures... go on, get outside!

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The First-Time Visitor’s Guide to Harrisonburg

We're partial to Harrisonburg. We live here. We play here. We work here. We've built our lives here, and we love the community. For those of you who have never visited, we welcome you to come, enjoy our Friendly City and the vibrant culture that surrounds it! Here's a guide to make it easy for you to explore what interests you.

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Restaurant Guide for Harrisonburg, Virginia

The longer I live in Harrisonburg, the more obvious it becomes that this area is filled with foodies. Harrisonburg and Rockingham County residents are quite particular when it comes to quality food. There is a great mix of locally owned and franchise restaurants in the area, so there are many...

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Fall Gardening Guide: What You Should Be Doing Now

Fall gardening is often overlooked, but it is essential to get in the dirt now in order to have a spectacular spring and summer garden. Here are a few things you can do this fall to get great color (and great lawns!) after winter subsides. Water. If we don’t get...

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Get To Know Harrisonburg: Links, Maps, and a Guide

When I first moved to Harrisonburg almost 5 years ago, it was confusing! I had moved from the West Coast and was used to roads being laid out like grids, I hadn’t lived in a college town as a “townie,” and I was still on the job hunt. It was...

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Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: March 2024 [INFOGRAPHIC]

Put your finger on the pulse of the real estate scene, where the winds of change are blowing! While 2023 saw a dip in new listings, sales, and contracts, 2024 is gearing up for a shift. The latest data reveals a remarkable 17% surge in new listings hitting the market from last month! While sales are down 3% from last March, they are up a whooping 12% YTD from 2023. Buyer urgency is on the rise in this spring market; with a 7% increase in homes closing within 30 days from last month. There has also been an 8% increase in homes sold over asking price from last month. And here's the cherry on top; we've seen average interest rates decrease slightly and remain balanced YTD compared to the rollercoaster of last year. These fluctuations bring a symphony of opportunities for both buyers and sellers, making it a prime time to make moves in the housing market! Check out the full market report here >>>

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