Ashland, Mechanicsville & Montpelier
Hanover
Small-town charm that's still a short drive to the city.
Our take
Ashland is one of the area's best-kept secrets — trains running through the middle of town, a college campus, and a real main street. Families here tend to stay a long time.
A great fit if…
- You want a tight-knit community feel
- Lower property taxes matter to you
- You don't mind a 20–30 minute commute