The People Who Build and Sell Homes in the NRV
From nonprofit builders and realtors to trade associations and community developers — these organizations are working to expand the supply and quality of housing across our region.
Looking to buy, build, or develop affordable housing in the NRV? These organizations can help.
Who These Partners Are
Building More — and More Affordable — Housing
The housing shortage in the New River Valley affects people at every income level. These organizations — nonprofits, trade associations, and community developers — are part of the solution. Some build homes directly; others connect buyers and sellers, advocate for local construction, or create communities where low-income families can afford to live.
Whether you're a resident looking for a home, a developer seeking community partnerships, or an organization interested in expanding housing access, the groups below are good starting points.
Directory
Housing Providers & Industry Partners
Community Housing Partners (Homebuilders)
CHP's Real Estate Development division creates new homes and community spaces, preserving aging housing stock. With a track record of delivering affordable housing projects, CHP offers affordable rents for low-income individuals and families across the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic.
Habitat for Humanity NRV
A non-profit building and counseling service for low-to-moderate income households offering home construction, repairs, budgeting, debt remediation, home-buying guidelines, and mortgage readiness. Applicants must have a need, the ability to pay, and a willingness to partner.
New River Valley Association of Realtors
A trade association of real estate professionals serving Southwestern Virginia. NRVAR connects buyers and sellers with licensed realtors across the region and advocates for policies that support housing access.
125 Ponderosa Dr NE, Christiansburg, VA 24073
Joe Sutliff
Floyd, Giles, Montgomery, Pulaski, and surrounding counties; Radford
NRV Home Builders Association
A non-profit trade association serving the local building community by advocating for the construction industry, educating and supporting member contractors, and giving back to the New River Valley through community initiatives.
Need housing counseling before you buy?
A HUD-approved counselor can help you prepare for homeownership before you reach out to a builder or realtor.