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When your student heads to college, there’s a whole new community to explore. We help parents find the resources they need. From VSU student housing to VSU off-campus apartments, we will point you to the most student-friendly housing options in Petersburg. Along with on- and off-campus housing, your student may need help finding a bank near VSU, or a convenient Petersburg healthcare provider. Last but not least, you’re sure to want to visit! Whether you’re looking for a place to stay for move-in, family weekend, graduation or any time in between, we can introduce you to the best hotels and restaurants near VSU campus plus share ideas for activities to enjoy with your student or on your own.
Comfort Suites SouthparkClick here to visit Comfort Suites Southpark»- (804) 451-1589 |
- 931 South Ave |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Super 8
- 540-382-7421 |
- 2780 Roanoke St |
- Christiansburg VA 24073
We've always believed that people deserve the right to shake their groove thang away from home now and again without having to break the bank
Click here to visit Super 8» - Hampton Inn Petersburg-Southpark MallClick here to visit Hampton Inn Petersburg-Southpark Mall»
- (804) 520-7333 |
- 403 E Roslyn Rd |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Hyatt Place Blacksburg/UniversityClick here to visit Hyatt Place Blacksburg/University»
- (540) 552-7500 |
- 650 University City Blvd |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Hilton Garden Inn Richmond South/SouthparkClick here to visit Hilton Garden Inn Richmond South/Southpark»
- (804) 520-0600 |
- 800 Southpark Blvd |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Inn At Riverbend
- (540) 921-5211 |
- 125 River Ridge Dr |
- Province VA 24134
Only 20 minutes from Blacksburg, our luxury Bed and Breakfast provides an unspoiled and peaceful retreat. All seven guestrooms overlook the New River valley and have deck or terrace access. Full gourmet breakfast daily. Free wifi, parking.
Click here to visit Inn At Riverbend»
- Wells Fargo BankClick here to visit Wells Fargo Bank»
- (540) 552-4211 |
- 200 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Virginia State University FCUClick here to visit Virginia State University FCU»
- (804) 526-2493 |
- 3401 Boisseau St |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- Union Bank & TrustClick here to visit Union Bank & Trust»
- (540) 951-0180 |
- 601 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Atlantic Union BankClick here to visit Atlantic Union Bank»
- (540) 951-0180 |
- 601 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Wells Fargo BankClick here to visit Wells Fargo Bank»
- (804) 862-3099 |
- 20 Franklin St |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- Wells Fargo BankClick here to visit Wells Fargo Bank»
- (540) 552-4211 |
- 200 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Bank of VirginiaClick here to visit Bank of Virginia»
- (804) 518-9494 |
- 2000 Snead Ave |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Collegiate Suites & Hunters Ridge
- 540-951-5161 |
- 1310 Henry Ln |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
Exceptional service to residents, parents, and others, as well as spacious floor plans, modern fixtures, and state of the art amenities are all part of our commitment to serving the needs of students
Click here to visit Collegiate Suites & Hunters Ridge» - Maple Ridge Townhomes
- 540-552-7002 |
- 344 Red Maple Dr |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
Exceptional service to residents, parents, and others, as well as spacious floor plans, modern fixtures, and state of the art amenities are all part of our commitment to serving the needs of students
Click here to visit Maple Ridge Townhomes» - South Street LoftsClick here to visit South Street Lofts»
- (804) 732-5445 |
- 803 Hinton St |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- Petersburg LoftsClick here to visit Petersburg Lofts»
- (804) 732-5445 |
- 9 S Market St |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- River Road Terrace ApartmentsClick here to visit River Road Terrace Apartments»
- (804) 526-5239 |
- 20900 Riverterrace Rd |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- The Edge Apartment HomesClick here to visit The Edge Apartment Homes»
- (540) 552-3343 |
- 321 Edge Way |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Lofts at the LyricClick here to visit Lofts at the Lyric»
- (540) 951-1075 |
- 115 College Ave, Blacksburg, VA 24060 |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- GradGuard
- (866) 985-7598 |
- 3219 E Camelback Road, Suite 445 |
- Phoenix AZ 85018
GradGuard helps colleges and universities educate and protect students and families from the risks of college life.
Click here to visit GradGuard» - GradGuard
- (866) 985-7598 |
- 3219 E Camelback Road, Suite 445 |
- Phoenix AZ 85018
GradGuard helps colleges and universities educate and protect students and families from the risks of college life.
Click here to visit GradGuard» - First Security Self StorageClick here to visit First Security Self Storage»
- (540) 739-3460 |
- 495 Industrial Park Rd |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- U-Haul Moving & Storage at SouthparkClick here to visit U-Haul Moving & Storage at Southpark»
- (804) 520-4840 |
- 804 W Roslyn Rd |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Campus Automotive IncClick here to visit Campus Automotive Inc»
- (540) 951-7398 |
- 1208 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Hi-Tech Auto RepairClick here to visit Hi-Tech Auto Repair»
- (804) 526-1703 |
- 3714 E River Rd |
- South Chesterfield VA 23803
- Sllim TransportClick here to visit Sllim Transport»
- (540) 267-6287 |
- 860 University City Blvd |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Cook Counseling Center
- 540-231-6557 |
- 895 Washington St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
The Cook Counseling Center provides mental health services to the student community of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, VA. To request services call 540 231-6557, 24 hours a day and speak to a counselor.
Click here to visit Cook Counseling Center» - Dr. George H. Bennet Office for International EducationClick here to visit Dr. George H. Bennet Office for International Education»
- (804) 524-5986 |
- Virginia State University Trinkle 201 |
- Petersburg VA 23806
- Text-a-cab Blacksburg VAClick here to visit Text-a-cab Blacksburg VA»
- (540) 239-9724 |
- 3807 S Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Clinton's Transfer & StorageClick here to visit Clinton's Transfer & Storage»
- (540) 552-3201 |
- 1604 Grayland St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Blacksburg Physical Therapy
- 540-951-2703 |
- 1995 S Main St Ste 801 |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
The leader in the NRV for Physical Therapy. Your primary care provider for muscle and joint conditions. No referral necessary! 5 minutes from campus, on Blackburg Transit route. Get2Better.com
Click here to visit Blacksburg Physical Therapy» - LewisGale Hospital Montgomery
- 540-951-1111 |
- 3700 S Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24153
For more than 100 years the LewisGale name has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate healthcare.
Click here to visit LewisGale Hospital Montgomery» - Terry Ronald E DDSClick here to visit Terry Ronald E DDS»
- (804) 526-2424 |
- 21312 Chesterfield Ave |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- One-Hour OpticalClick here to visit One-Hour Optical»
- (804) 520-4687 |
- 621 Southpark Blvd |
- Colonial Heights VA 23834
- Main Street Pharmacy
- 540-605-7721 |
- 301 S Main Street Ste 107 |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
Hokie owned and operated! Use our free mobile app for easy refills and more. Free delivery and we're close to campus!
Click here to visit Main Street Pharmacy» - Schiffert Health Center
- 540-231-6444 |
- Mcomas Hall |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
Wellness and health services are designed to promote the current and future well-being of our student-patients through health care and health education to promote healthy lifestyles.
Click here to visit Schiffert Health Center»
- Tech Bookstore
- 540-552-6444 |
- 118 S Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
EVERY DAY IS GAMEDAY.
Click here to visit Tech Bookstore» - Frank Theatres CineBowl & GrilleClick here to visit Frank Theatres CineBowl & Grille»
- (540) 750-4588 |
- 1614 S Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Substation II
- 540-951-0001 |
- 112 Turner St NW |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
The Sub Station II franchise in Blacksburg, Virginia was established in December of 1986. We are a very community oriented company catering to both locals and students. All sandwiches are made fresh to order!
Click here to visit Substation II» - The Cellar RestaurantClick here to visit The Cellar Restaurant»
- 540-953-0651 |
- 302 N Main |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
- Ettrick DeliClick here to visit Ettrick Deli»
- (804) 526-3354 |
- 3608 E River Rd |
- South Chesterfield VA 23803
- Local Vibe CafeClick here to visit Local Vibe Cafe»
- (804) 324-4562 |
- 414 N Market St |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- Miss B's Soul FoodClick here to visit Miss B's Soul Food»
- (804) 712-5588 |
- 512 University Blvd |
- Petersburg VA 23803
- Plato's Closet
- 540-382-2102 |
- 360-A Arbor Dr |
- Christiansburg VA 24073
We buy and sell gently used clothes, shoes and accessories for teens and twenty somethings. We pay CASH on the spot for your clothes that are in style and in great condition.
Click here to visit Plato's Closet» - Souvlaki
- 540-951-0555 |
- 201 College Ave |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
At Souvlaki we take pride in serving quality Greek specialties and unique pita wraps along side American classics with a slight twist.
Click here to visit Souvlaki» - Hokie House
- 540-552-0280 |
- 322 N Main St |
- Blacksburg VA 24060
24 HD TV's, 7 Pool Tables, 2 Shuffle Board Tables, 4 Dart Boards, Touch Screen Video Game, 2 Juke Boxes, Golden Tee, 2 Floors, Table Seating, Full Menu
Click here to visit Hokie House» - NRV SuperbowlClick here to visit NRV Superbowl»
- 540-382-5525 |
- 375 Arbor Drive |
- Christiansburg VA 24073
- The Western Store
- 540-382-6388 |
- 3015 N Franklin St |
- Christiansburg VA 24068
We carry English and Western tack, clothing, belts, hats, health care, jewelry and gifts. We have proudly been serving the New River Valley and surrounding communities for over 30 years.
Click here to visit The Western Store»
