TOP 10 Best Cities to Live in Virginia

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  • @justmuoki
    @justmuoki  2 роки тому +1

    Skip the line! Get on the calendar and let's see how to get you a home in this city. Here’s my calendly for you: bit.ly/3vhkL0c

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      @@vinsteel3342 so sorry I missed your message. Can you text me at (703) 662-1669? We can talk

  • @BrianOwennn
    @BrianOwennn 2 роки тому +8

    Moved from Massachusetts to VA Beach about two years ago. Absolutely love it here, from Town Center, to the Ocean front, to Sandbridge and Pungo this city has so much to offer. No place I’d rather be!

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Worrd!? Where from in Mass? And what made u move? Blessings on blessings!

    • @alysssawrites
      @alysssawrites 10 місяців тому

      My friend is thinking about moving from MA to King William. Do you miss your public transportation?

  • @CCTB5436
    @CCTB5436 Рік тому +2

    We moved to Warrennton from Falls Church right at the intersection of Alexandria, Arlington and Shirlington in 2019. We love it here and always thankful we made the decision to move. ❤

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      Ooooo! That’s great! Warrenton loves YOU 😎

  • @adeoluolagbaiye5207
    @adeoluolagbaiye5207 Рік тому +1

    Do you suggest living in north carolina or virginia

  • @Benjamin.S.S.
    @Benjamin.S.S. 11 місяців тому +1

    Leesburg. We lived 3 different places around town. The last one was across from the Tally Ho theater downtown. I've lived all over the country, but Leesburg is what i consider home.

  • @dj-bn1fj
    @dj-bn1fj 2 роки тому +2

    I moved from Virginia Beach to Roanoke Va in 2000 due to traffic as going to work 13 miles away was a 1 hour drive if you were lucky. Roanoke is a railroad town with less than 100k and rust hour is maybe a 15 minute delay due to a traffic accident.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      ur living in the promised land! 😆

  • @Xparsons6
    @Xparsons6 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video, and good job responding to everyone in the comments politely 😂 they're big mad. I'll be sure to reach out when I make the move to noVa

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      HAHA! Just wanna let everybody know I’m open to discussion, however it starts 😂

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      We’ll stay in touch! 👊🏿

  • @MG-ot2yr
    @MG-ot2yr 2 роки тому +2

    I live in Leesburg, love it, been here about 5 years, prior to that I lived in Clifton for over 30 years, a cute little town in Fairfax County caught in a timewarp, untouched by the surrounding development. But downsized and wanted a little more action. But looking to buy property in other parts of the state, something in Onancock, and something in Lexington or Staunton.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      I love loudoun! And Clifton is so nice to visit. Def cute little town. A little more action? What are some of your go-to activities?

  • @bencharlie9509
    @bencharlie9509 7 місяців тому +1

    What about Fredericksburg? While it’s on the edge of the DMV, you still have the express lanes to get you into DC. Shopping is abundant and the downtown area is steep in the country’s rich history, surviving both the Revolution and Civil War.
    Housing is a bit high here but that’s to be expected with the proximity to NoVA and DC.

  • @mr.regenold6572
    @mr.regenold6572 2 роки тому

    Yes! Thank You for Sharing.

  • @bobanderson6656
    @bobanderson6656 Рік тому +3

    You hit the ball out of the park with Staunton. (Pronounced STAN-ton). Great area, fine folks. Close to good jobs, doctors, etc. considering how rural. I-64 and I-81 are there, so you're not isolated. Home prices are good....
    If you like Staunton, consider Lexington as well....

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for your insights! Are you in Lexington or Staunton? (I will pronounce it correctly next time 😂)

    • @bobanderson6656
      @bobanderson6656 Рік тому

      @@justmuoki no. I'm over in the Piedmont. Close to Richmond. From Amelia originally.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      @@bobanderson6656 Ohh ok cool cool. Thx for sharing your experiences. I've enjoyed getting to more about you and that area.

  • @cryptofreedom772
    @cryptofreedom772 4 місяці тому +2

    Shocked you don’t have Fredericksburg area on this list

  • @sinsearjones6081
    @sinsearjones6081 8 місяців тому +1

    I live in Greenville nc and I'm from Baltimore I hate it here its no money and its slow with no opportunity I wanna move to Virginia because i don't wanna move back home because of the violence can anybody tell me a good place to move

  • @AndreaSarina-si4di
    @AndreaSarina-si4di Рік тому +3

    Wow - Can't believe your list did not include Williamsburg. I've never seen a list that we were not included in. Small college town with low taxes. People move here from all over the country, especially to retire.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      You’re right, Williamsburg is awesome! I’m going to update this video this year, def will have it on. How long have you lived there? And if you were to see a video about it, what would you want to see?

  • @k9builder
    @k9builder 2 роки тому +1

    My wife and I are looking to relocate from Tacoma Washington to Virginia, with our eye on Tazewell. However, I wanted to see what the state is like and what places are popular to live.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      That's great! I'm in the complete opposite end of the state (north). I've got some good folks down near Norfolk I can connect you with if that would be helpful. Lmk, send me a text 703-662-1669

    • @bobanderson6656
      @bobanderson6656 Рік тому

      Tazwell is SW Virginia. Very pretty. good folks. Low housing costs. Look closely at where your doctors and hospitals are located. You won't find many high wage jobs, if that matters. Fall and Spring are wonderful. Summers tend to be on the warm/cool side. They have as much as some Winter.

    • @ruthpullis9279
      @ruthpullis9279 Рік тому

      Don't move to Lynchburg Bedford or surrounding of those areas in Virginia. do your homework one thing I still can't get used to its personal property tax on my car vehicle every year if the first time we received this bill we will like you got to be kidding me but you get used to it. Make sure you do your homework and you can afford everything good luck.

  • @lisahinkofer2085
    @lisahinkofer2085 Рік тому +1

    I have been living in Virginia for thirty years. Being from New York City I have been fairly happy here. I now reside in Virginia Beach but I lived in Fairfax for twenty five years and it’s very expensive. We lived in the Tyson area. I do miss it because it’s more city like. Virginia Beach is lovely but not a whole lot to do as far as culture is concerned. But it’s all good I love the ocean and I’m ok here in this nice city

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      That’s great! Tyson’s is booming. Must be a short reminiscence while enjoying the ocean breeze 😆

  • @TheCardboardJedi
    @TheCardboardJedi 2 роки тому +1

    your videos are very informative! i'm 14 years out from retiring. currently in south florida, originally we are from MN/OH. think that's too cold to try an re-adapt to. maybe VA? but it has to be a good place for my son to work and live too at that point

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      The weather's lovely here, my friend! Employment abounds here, both full-time and side hustle opportunities are aplenty. And in 14 years, hopefully construction on I-66 will be done so y'all won't have to worry about the traffic like us now 😂

  • @marshat8657
    @marshat8657 2 роки тому +3

    I am surprised that Reston is not on the list. I live in Herndon, which is quite nice, but Reston is also a great place to live too.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Right!? I was thinking the same thing when I was making this. I think part of it might be the (relative) cost of living. And maybe more aesthetic?

    • @marshat8657
      @marshat8657 2 роки тому

      @@justmuoki It's a hidden gem in its own right but you may be correct.

  • @marthapilares154
    @marthapilares154 10 місяців тому +1

    Staunton is best than VIENNA???PLEASE

  • @larrye.2303
    @larrye.2303 2 роки тому +1

    How do I connect with you regarding a move from PA?

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Send me a text 703-662-1669
      Or email: muoki.musau@houwzer.com

  • @LissLives
    @LissLives Рік тому +1

    Born in Alexandria and have lived in Reston, Clifton and other No. Va. areas. Basically, if you aren't above middle class economically forget all close to DC locations. Traffic is miserable, people are stressed, and only the affluent can enjoy the amenities. I am in Warren County now, which is better for me.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      Love that you’re in Warren! And you’re not wrong in that it’s a crazy fast way of life in so many ways. You don’t really realize how intense it is until you go to a diff part of the state/country.
      Traffic tho 😂 I felt that in my soul

  • @bigmamassoul8323
    @bigmamassoul8323 Рік тому +2

    I've been thinking about moving, I was thinking about Virginia, I'm a nurse, there's no way at all I can afford it, I've seen some other towns that's easier on the purse, but a lot of them were ridiculously dangerous, I'm trying to get out of that environment, times are definitely changing, my town I live in used to be a small country town, very pleasant, it's almost unrecognizable today, and I'm ready to leave it, and I've been researching different states, and the cost of living in most of them, a regular person like me, I'm getting worried 😢😔

  • @vonfields6889
    @vonfields6889 2 роки тому

    Nice video...Charleston Va,,is it ok?

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      It is, my good friend!

  • @gordohogo8016
    @gordohogo8016 2 роки тому +1

    I really like this one.

  • @feliciaallen6228
    @feliciaallen6228 Рік тому

    Loudoun County is very expensive. In some neighborhoods the townhomes are around 600K - 700K

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      It’s not cheap for sure. Especially newer homes. Also depends where you look.

    • @tamerg82
      @tamerg82 3 місяці тому

      Commenting 1 year later, some townhouses are now over 1mill

  • @kennethfuller2787
    @kennethfuller2787 2 роки тому +4

    I like Chesapeake VA been there living in it

  • @ConnieBach
    @ConnieBach Рік тому

    Reston?

  • @charleswinsome6680
    @charleswinsome6680 Рік тому

    Virginia Or Texas which is more Expensive and More beautiful than the other please i need opinions on this please 🙏🏾

  • @LucyLou-hy2nn
    @LucyLou-hy2nn Рік тому +1

    In VA, Arlington Co. and then Fairfax county have the highest cost of living due to proximity to DC jobs, next being Loudoun Co. IMO, McClean, Fairfax. Co. is the best city to live in if you work in DC, has a family to raise, and money is not an option. It has the best public schools, close to everything, but very, very expensive. Ashburn, Loudoun Co. is a best place to raise a family if you don’t mind a longer compute to DC, the housing is about 40% less than McLean. The metro trains comes out to Ashburn, and has stops in Herndon, Reston, Vienna, etc. to DC, but compute to DC will take about hour and half. There are many other great places to work and raise a family, but it all depends on your budget. Outside of Northern VA, my choice would be Charlottesville with a cost of living being just over 3% of national average. You can find employment at University of VA, UVA hospital, Northrop Grumman to name a few.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      Spot on. Thanks for adding this info to the video 👌

  • @Madame-America
    @Madame-America 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому +1

      much obliged, friend!

  • @hokie6384
    @hokie6384 2 роки тому +13

    Not surprised most of your picks are in NOVA since you are a real estate broker in that area … this is not Virginia and you, my friend don’t know what Virginia is all about.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому +4

      Thanks for sharing, Walker. I live in Northern Virginia, yes. Seems like you know a lot more! Happy to learn so I can improve in future videos.
      Where are you located? What would you add?

    • @marialuisagarabelli9235
      @marialuisagarabelli9235 2 роки тому +2

      Totally agree. He’s not talking about Virginia!

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому +2

      @@marialuisagarabelli9235 What cities should I have talked about? Lmk! I'll make sure to talk about it when I update the video next year.

    • @michelleowenwest4249
      @michelleowenwest4249 2 роки тому +3

      Fair. Virginia is really like 4 states smashed together though. Nova, Mountains, Richmond, Beach.

    • @joes7930
      @joes7930 Рік тому +2

      Who wants to live in endless suburbia ? Not me. I’m in Nelson county south of Charlottesville.

  • @MohTGB
    @MohTGB 2 роки тому +1

    I live in the Mount Vernon part of Alexandria va!

  • @davidbrown1532
    @davidbrown1532 7 місяців тому +2

    Guess you haven’t seen central Virginia.

  • @bobanderson6656
    @bobanderson6656 Рік тому +1

    The DC suburbs should get a hard 'no' unless you have to go there for work. Expensive, crowded and getting worse - high rises are going up everywhere there. You will spend your life in traffic.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      The traffic will eat away at your life!

  • @Bahala_Nah
    @Bahala_Nah Рік тому

    I l like kingstown, its near two subway station

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      Nice! How long you been there?

    • @Bahala_Nah
      @Bahala_Nah Рік тому

      @@justmuoki bout two years. love the area

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому +1

      @@Bahala_Nah belated welcome! thx for commenting, my friend 🙏

  • @jimbradshaw3496
    @jimbradshaw3496 9 місяців тому

    I grew up in Leesburg and lived in Ashburn for 25 years. Finally left the area 2 years ago after being there 58 years. Leesburg isn't the same old Leesburg, But it's still a cute town. But way too big now. Your video was a little too heavy on the NOVA side. Richmond is another great area.

  • @RonnieStanley-tc6vi
    @RonnieStanley-tc6vi Рік тому

    I'm happy so many people stay away from my small town. I am 25 miles from the nearest road bigger than 2 lanes. I'm in between to cities. And I'm at a major lake. The cost of living here is low enough that I have retired at 47 to build a micro farm. Moneta VA has enough people. No one else is necessary.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      Retired at 47?!? That’s #FIREgoals my friend!

    • @RonnieStanley-tc6vi
      @RonnieStanley-tc6vi Рік тому +1

      @@justmuoki . You can either spend your time making money or spend you time pursuing a dream. My dreams don't revolve around money. My tastes aren't expensive.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      @@RonnieStanley-tc6vi I love to hear that. What are your dreams, my friend?

    • @RonnieStanley-tc6vi
      @RonnieStanley-tc6vi Рік тому +2

      @@justmuoki . My wife and I just wanted to change the way we were living. We didn't feel happy bout our lives working all the time. Right now, we are focused on a farm that can replace about 80% of our grocery bill. The "dream" is being self sufficient enough to provide all of our own food, meat and veg. It also gives us something productive to do in our old age.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      @@RonnieStanley-tc6vi I love this man. I love it. I appreciate you sharing this, and I'm so happy your dream is alive and coming to life. Thank YOU for sharing your story!

  • @skkrrtskrrt1470
    @skkrrtskrrt1470 Рік тому +1

    I was born in Alexandria my favorite area is Fort Belvoir Potomac River great Family Fun Great sunsets these days I live in Mount Airy Maryland Howard County a four-county area Carroll County Frederick County sit on both sides of the street in the middle of town there's a retirement community we have at least six or eight fares the year one community yard sale at the Mount Airy Fairgrounds car shows a lot of places for young people to open a business in this town for whatever they say opportunity how nobody talks about nobody goes to a secret go see for yourself they turned the historic Bank in town into a brewery go to the end of the street by the fire department in Mount Airy and look West in the winter you can see ski Liberty night that side of new single-family homes with diverse community a lot of respectful people around here we've had the same mayor for a long time we have our own police force the nicest police officer show ever meet very approachable good people Frederick is the closest town 13 miles away where at top of a hill between Frederick and Baltimore I feel like there's more housing and less town the other portion would be farmland people have Heritage farms around here better plan on living around the cornfield I think there claim to fame should be a long train tunnel under portion of the town 45 miles from DC

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      Thx for taking the time to share such a detailed response. And it sounds like you like where you live?

  • @thejfam6630
    @thejfam6630 2 роки тому +3

    No not Warrenton

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      appreciate the feedback- curious, why not? What makes you say that?

  • @stormyseas2day
    @stormyseas2day 3 місяці тому

    You know I'm so glad my twin wasn't there coz we don't want tons of people coming here trashing things up not saying all dies. I would not pay 700

  • @b0d0mB3acht3rr0r
    @b0d0mB3acht3rr0r 2 роки тому +4

    As someone that lives in Staunton, I just wanted to say that it's pronounced Stanton 🙃

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      I stand corrected! 😆🙏🏿

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  5 місяців тому

      @@pompanomark2024 LOL oh man, I took an L on this one but I do it for the internet

  • @ZacharyMeeks86
    @ZacharyMeeks86 2 роки тому +1

    Pretend the U is not even there when you pronounce Staunton. It sounds like its spelled Stanton.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      You can tell I’ve never need there 😂

    • @ZacharyMeeks86
      @ZacharyMeeks86 2 роки тому

      @@justmuoki to be honest your really not missing much

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      @@ZacharyMeeks86 thank you 🥲🥲

  • @lisahinkofer2085
    @lisahinkofer2085 Рік тому

    Most of these cities are not walkable and are car centric. There’s not much to do but eat shop and drink.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      The more rural and suburban ones, yes. Which ones did you have in mind?

  • @marialuisagarabelli9235
    @marialuisagarabelli9235 2 роки тому +3

    You’re talking about Northern Virginia area because you want to sell!

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Where in VA do you live?

    • @marialuisagarabelli9235
      @marialuisagarabelli9235 2 роки тому +3

      We live in Richmond and we love it!! Museum District. We used to live in Vienna and worked in DC.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Ahh you know, I was surprised I didn’t mention Richmond. It’s growing in a lot of different ways outside of simply real estate. I’ll make a point to talk about it when I update this video. Tell me: what do you love about it that I should include? And what do you love abt Richmond that people wouldn’t notice from first glance?

    • @LucyLou-hy2nn
      @LucyLou-hy2nn Рік тому

      IMO, Northern Va is the best place to live in VA due to its job market, education, and diversity.

  • @ChasingNature160
    @ChasingNature160 2 роки тому

    whats up i was searching youtubers in richmond va i saw you and wanted to share my channle called( The River is Rockin at Belle Island in richmond Va )

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Much Obliged, my friend!

  • @kimoler8870
    @kimoler8870 2 роки тому

    Hello!! You forgot about McLean VA & our school system is Fairfax County..... better than Alexandria public schools!!!!

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      You know...I'm glad you mentioned that! I was debating what to do about McLean...it'll be in the next update :)

  • @dwightdopilka5419
    @dwightdopilka5419 Рік тому

    Leesburg is a town not a city!

  • @marthapilares154
    @marthapilares154 10 місяців тому

    All wrong this guy never live inNorthen Virginia THE best city in North VA is MCLean only the rich can afford and next ARLINGTON and thenVIENNA Pricesin this neighborhoods can tell you the reason because are THE BEST

  • @davidwayne9982
    @davidwayne9982 2 роки тому

    No such thing as a BEST CITY--- if you want to live and enjoy life and be healthy- happy and peaceful-- STAY THE HELL OUT OF STUPID CITIED-- any of them...

  • @theagathokakological3052
    @theagathokakological3052 2 роки тому

    I've made it to 7 and I'm out. I'm hearing west virginia is theorist ocst of living in the US. Cheap to live but you saling expensive real-estate. This video might be great for rich retired CEOs or executives. Not for me.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому

      Living in West Virginia has a lot of benefits, especially the lower cost of living overall. The great thing about Northern Virginia is the amount of opportunities for people that aren’t rich CEOs to find a lane and a meaningful lifestyle.
      Curious, what stands out to you about West Virginia other than the cost of living?

  • @faithevrlasting
    @faithevrlasting Рік тому

    Boy man, youve lost me. The only choice that makes sense is STANTON (thats how its pronounced) who in the heck wants to move INTO THE CRAZY DC WORLD WITH HIGHER COSTS OF LIVING, CROWDING, HUGE HOME PRICES? I know you want a big commission, but COME ON. We are all living on less, well unless your some woke gobment worker and trying to live a smaller and more efficient life. I just wasted a bunch of time. By the time you got to the top 5, I could predict them all being from Hampton.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      Lots of ppl live near DC for lots of reasons, and are happy. Big homes, small homes, and everything in between. It’s a privilege to help those that are open to it. It’s not abt the commissions here, my friend. Have you lived here before?

  • @teresaschneider6726
    @teresaschneider6726 2 роки тому +4

    Virginia is over rated and over PRICED. High property taxes. Tell me what you think? Have a nice day, be safe and careful.

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому +1

      One the things that’s helpful to look at is migration patterns. There are a number of cities in Virginia that have seen migration rates higher than the National average over the last ten years. But the trends over the last three years are also important.
      Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, Ashburn continue to rank highly among the best cities to live in America. What are your thoughts on that?

    • @ZacharyMeeks86
      @ZacharyMeeks86 2 роки тому +1

      If you get away from NOVA (D.C area) like around Staunton is by far a better place to live in Virginia

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  2 роки тому +2

      @@ZacharyMeeks86 Yes. That's the cool thing abt VA: you can literally stay in the same state and have different quality of life experiences

    • @MG-ot2yr
      @MG-ot2yr 2 роки тому +1

      I've lived in VA for over 40 years, property taxes are not high, but property values are in certain areas, which of course will increase the taxes. VA is about midway on the national scale for property tax, not low and not high, ranks at about #18 out of 50 on a low to high scale.

    • @billwiley7216
      @billwiley7216 Рік тому

      @@justmuoki,
      I think whoever ranked those as top places to live have bumped their head!
      Central Virginia say an hour west of Richmond to the south and west is where Virginia shines with reasonable real estate prices, minimal traffic woes and lots of rural area to get away from the crowds.
      Hampton roads area probably averages two to three shootings a day and Richmond has its share of high crime as well.

  • @pan_bev_nice5960
    @pan_bev_nice5960 Рік тому +1

    The best place in our beloved VA is the Middleburg - Uperville - Plains Triangle!!!!

  • @joes7930
    @joes7930 Рік тому +1

    Don’t know why you pick NOVA cities. Who wants to live in endless suburbia?

    • @justmuoki
      @justmuoki  Рік тому

      A lot of people, tbh. I take it ur not in NOVA?