Shenandoah Valley
Lexington, Virginia
Independent city
Two colleges and a compact historic downtown
Lexington is a small independent city in the southern Shenandoah Valley, surrounded by Rockbridge County. Washington and Lee University and the Virginia Military Institute give it a distinctive college-town character.
History & Local Character
Founded in 1778, Lexington is home to the burial place of Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson and retains a dense historic core of brick buildings.
Housing & Real Estate
Historic in-town homes, student rentals and surrounding county acreage make up an expensive, tightly held market.
Restaurants & Shopping
Main Street holds the city's restaurants, from Southern kitchens to pubs, bakeries and coffee shops that serve students and visitors.
Schools & Education
Lexington City Schools serves the city, separate from Rockbridge County Public Schools.
Parks & Recreation
Jordan's Point Park and Woods Creek Trail sit in town, with Natural Bridge State Park and the Blue Ridge a short drive away.
Transportation & Accessibility
I-81, US 11 and Route 60 serve the city.
Local Businesses
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Nearby Attractions
- Washington and Lee University
- Virginia Military Institute
- Natural Bridge State Park
- Jordan's Point Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Walkable historic downtown
- College-town culture
- Outdoor access nearby
Considerations
- High prices for a small city
- Limited job market
- Small inventory
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lexington part of Rockbridge County?
No. Lexington is an independent city surrounded by Rockbridge County.