Nearly 70 new apartments and more commercial space are coming to uptown Martinsville. The city council has approved a proposal from JRS Realty Partners for the renovation of the former BB&T building.

The project is expected to be complete in 2025 and will include 68 one and two bedroom apartments that will range from $655-$995 a month. The project will also include commercial space on the main floor that will be dedicated to food and entertainment. While the rooftop will be used for a mountain view event space.