Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $600 (12 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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115 Elm Ave SW
1 Bedroom Apartments

115 Elm Ave SW

115 Elm Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016

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 301 Gilmer Ave priced from $975. Honeywood Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,084. Here are the most affordable Downtown Roanoke City apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
301 Gilmer Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$975
Honeywood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,084
The Flats at Rutgers2x12BR,1BA$1,099
Pebble Creek ApartmentsThe Heron1BR,1BA$1,119
South 16 At The BridgesKenwood (The Woods)1BR,1BA$1,165

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City, VA

As of February 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Roanoke City area is the $1.17 price per square foot 413 Highland Ave SW Model at 413 Highland Ave SW, Unit 1 in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Downtown Roanoke City apartment is the The Grand 2 BR 2 BA Model at Sunscape Apartments starting at $1,751 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the South Jefferson 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.
413 Highland Ave SW, Unit 1413 Highland Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.17
Sunscape ApartmentsThe Grand 2 BR 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.63
Pebble Creek ApartmentsThe Crane3BR,2BA$1.58
Langdon Square2x2 + Den2BR,2BA$1.58
The Flats at Rutgers3x13BR,1BA$1.56
District VueLuca Sunroom1BR,1BA$1.81
301 Gilmer Ave2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.21
Honeywood Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.45
Gramercy Row Apartment Residences1 Bedroom 1 Bath 0011BR,1BA$1.95
South 16 At The BridgesKenwood (The Woods)1BR,1BA$2.42

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Roanoke City, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #33

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 $1,084 at Honeywood Apartment Homes.

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 $975 at 301 Gilmer Ave.

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 The Flats at Rutgers and starts from $1,399.

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