Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $600 (15 Rentals)

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Heritage Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Hall

379 Highland Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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The Patrick Henry
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Patrick Henry

611 S Jefferson StRoanoke, VA 24011
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The Hancock Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Hancock Building

35 Campbell Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24011
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115 Elm Ave SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 Elm Ave SW

115 Elm Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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Downtown Roanoke City, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Roanoke City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Roanoke City area of Roanoke, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at Blue Ridge Village Senior Property priced from $836. Stone Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown Roanoke City apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blue Ridge Village Senior Property2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$836
Stone Ridge Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$950
301 Gilmer Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1,000
Honeywood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,069
Pebble Creek ApartmentsThe Heron1BR,1BA$1,102

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City, VA

As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Roanoke City area is the $0.75 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Blue Ridge Village Senior Property in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $836. The second greatest value Downtown Roanoke City apartment is the Skydale Model at District Vue starting at $1,688 with a $1.68 price per square foot in the Gainsboro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Roanoke City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Blue Ridge Village Senior Property2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.75
District VueSkydale2BR,2BA$1.68
The Flats at Rutgers2x12BR,1BA$1.48
301 Gilmer Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.24
Honeywood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.43
Pebble Creek ApartmentsThe Heron1BR,1BA$1.47
Sunscape ApartmentsThe Spirit 1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$1.91
Gramercy Row Apartment Residences1 Bedroom 1 Bath 1041BR,1BA$1.82
Stone Ridge Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.51
South 16 At The BridgesVinton (The Whitmore)1BR,1BA$2.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Roanoke City, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Roanoke, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

51 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Roanoke City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Roanoke City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Roanoke City Apartment is $1,069 at Honeywood Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Roanoke City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Roanoke City is starting from $836 at Blue Ridge Village Senior Property.

What is the most affordable Downtown Roanoke City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Roanoke City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at District Vue and starts from $1,897.

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