
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Colonial Avenue Area Roanoke, VA from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Colonial Avenue Area, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Colonial Avenue Area?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Colonial Avenue Area Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
Colonial Avenue Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $750 | $2,987 |
Colonial Avenue Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $850 | $3,158 |
Colonial Avenue Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,028 | $1,210 | $4,083 |
Colonial Avenue Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $1,725 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Colonial Avenue Area Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Colonial Avenue Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Colonial Avenue Area area of Roanoke, VA is a Studio unit found at The Patrick Henry priced from $970. The Everett has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $985. Here are the most affordable Colonial Avenue Area apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Patrick Henry | S1 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $970 |
The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
Honeywood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,069 |
Pebble Creek | Heron | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Windy Hill Key | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Colonial Avenue Area, VA
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Colonial Avenue Area area is the $1.13 price per square foot One bed 1 1/2 bath Model at Horton Lofts in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Colonial Avenue Area apartment is the 4 Bedroom - w/Garage Classic Model at 733 West starting at $1,725 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Colonial Avenue Area apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Horton Lofts | One bed 1 1/2 bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
733 West | 4 Bedroom - w/Garage Classic | 4BR,2BA | $1.27 |
1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit A | 1609 Chapman Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Pebble Creek | Crane | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
Langdon Square | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
1843 Oxford Ave SW, Unit Grandin Village Room #1 | 1843 Oxford Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Windy Hill Key | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Honeywood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
920 Patterson Ave SW, Unit A | 920 Patterson Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleColonial Avenue Area, Roanoke, VA
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Roanoke. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, apartment complexes for the kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Colonial Avenue Area Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
30 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Colonial Avenue Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Colonial Avenue Area?
The cheapest apartment in Colonial Avenue Area is The Everett which is listed at $985, while the average apartment in Colonial Avenue Area costs $1,762.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Colonial Avenue Area?
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 11 regular apartments in Colonial Avenue Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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