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Martinsville, VA
Martinsville · VA 24112
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$220K
Median Price
35/100
Walk Score
N/A
Schools
233 min
to Richmond, VA
Score Breakdown
CAffordability
63/100
BSafety
78/100
FSchools
0/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
35/100
WYLT Score45/100
Our Take
Martinsville is a small town with a relaxed atmosphere. It has a low walk score and is largely car-dependent, but its commute to Richmond is relatively short. Keep in mind that Martinsville's job market may be limited, and its schools are unrated, suggesting room for improvement.
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The Good
- ✓Relaxed small-town atmosphere
- ✓Low commute time to Richmond
- ✓Family-friendly environment
- ✓Reasonable median home price for the area
Real Talk
- !Limited job market and economic opportunities
- !Unrated schools with unknown quality
- !Car-dependent with limited public transportation
- $Potential for traffic congestion on main roads
Best For
Families with small childrenHomebuyers looking for a relaxed atmosphereRemote workers who prioritize quietness
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow
Crime & Safety
Martinsville, VA
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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