
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA from $400 (78 Rentals)
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817 Westside Blvd NW, Unit D

817 Westside Blvd NW

802 Westside Blvd NW, Unit 2

802 Westside Blvd NW

812 Westside Blvd NW

Blue Ridge Village Senior Property

1329-1331 Campbell Ave SW

1314 Moorman Ave NW

The Cove Apartments

1912 Wayne St NE

2122 Staunton Ave NW

810 Gilmer Ave NW

The Everett

Stone Ridge Apartments

445 Riverland Rd SE

West Creek Manor

3751 Sunrise Ave NW

809 Jamison Ave SE

338-340 Forest Hill Ave NE

1811 Jerome St SE

1811 Jerome St SE, Unit B

The Flats at Rutgers

2425 Longview Ave SW, Unit 23

Mountain View Terrace Apartments
Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roanoke?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Roanoke Studio Apartments | $1,074 | $650 | $1,403 |
Cheap Roanoke 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,491 | $695 | $2,987 |
Cheap Roanoke 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $849 | $3,285 |
Cheap Roanoke 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $1,095 | $4,036 |
Cheap Roanoke 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,712 | $1,675 | $1,750 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roanoke, VA
Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Roanoke, VA area range in price from $650 to $4,036 with an overall median price of $1,904. The three Roanoke neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Garden City at $950, Mill Mountain at $725, and Wasena at $696. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Roanoke Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Garden City | $1,446 | $950 | 1428 |
Mill Mountain | $1,712 | $725 | 2710 |
Wasena | $1,712 | $696 | 3566 |
Grandin Court | $1,736 | $725 | 1224 |
Colonial Avenue Area | $1,771 | $725 | 3141 |
Deyerle | $1,771 | $890 | 1645 |
Raleigh Court | $1,771 | $695 | 2887 |
South Roanoke | $1,771 | $890 | 2555 |
Walnut Hill | $1,771 | $725 | 4078 |
Cave Spring | $1,799 | $725 | 2962 |
Cheapest Available Roanoke Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Roanoke, VA is a Studio unit found at Ridgeview Apartments in the Fair Land neighborhood priced from $660. Blue Ridge Village Senior Property in the Gilmer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $836. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roanoke apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $660 |
Blue Ridge Village Senior Property | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $836 |
The Everett | 2 Bed 1 Bath - 2A | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Roanoke area is the $1.33 price per square foot Renovated Three Bedroom Model at Glade Creek (I) in the in the Gainsboro neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Roanoke apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Aspen starting at $1,449 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Preston Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roanoke apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Glade Creek (I) | Renovated Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
The Aspen | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
Blue Ridge Village Senior Property | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.75 |
Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
Flats at Glade Creek | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
301 Gilmer Ave | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
1811 Jerome St SE, Unit B | 1811 Jerome St SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
817 Westside Blvd NW, Unit D | 817 Westside Blvd NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
802 Westside Blvd NW, Unit 2 | 802 Westside Blvd NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Roanoke Overview
Roanoke, VA is a true gem. Residents enjoy the advantages of a modern city, while still being able to enjoy the rich history of Virginia and the breathtaking beauty of the Virginia Mountains.
Why live in Roanoke, VA?
One of the beautiful things about living in Roanoke is that you can live in a metropolitan city without giving up the benefits of living next to the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the heart of downtown, you have access to great restaurants, museums, transportation and nightlife. At the same time, Roanoke places a real value on the surrounding nature the area has to offer giving you access to countless outdoor activities. It is really the best of both worlds.
Roanoke, VAPopulation: 99,920
Ranked #312
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleRoanoke, VA
Ranked #195
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Roanoke, VA
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
41 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
24 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roanoke Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Roanoke?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Roanoke is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roanoke?
The cheapest apartment in Roanoke is Ridgeview Apartments which is listed at $710, while the average apartment in Roanoke costs $1,904.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Roanoke?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7,064 regular apartments in Roanoke that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Roanoke?
Cheap apartments in Roanoke have an average cost of $205 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roanoke.
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