
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roanoke City County, VA from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Roanoke City County, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roanoke City County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke City County Studio Apartments | $998 | $716 | $1,289 |
| Roanoke City County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $671 | $2,670 |
| Roanoke City County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,596 | $829 | $3,545 |
| Roanoke City County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $995 | $3,975 |
| Roanoke City County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,820 | $1,944 |
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Cheapest Available Roanoke City County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Roanoke City County, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1624 SW Chapman Ave in the Gilmer neighborhood priced from $799. Frontier Apartments in the Monterey neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roanoke City County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Frontier Apartments | 1 Bed Whitehall | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Flats at Rutgers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | 1 Bedroom Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| 701 3rd Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Aurora - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roanoke City County, VA
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roanoke City County area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan Model at Countryside Estates in the in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood starting from $1,457. The second greatest value Roanoke City County apartment is the 3BR/2BA Upgraded Model at Brandon Point Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the South Washington Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Roanoke City County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countryside Estates | 3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Brandon Point Apartments | 3BR/2BA Upgraded | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Glade Creek (I) | Renovated Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 50% AMI | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2 Bedroom Gold without washer dryer hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Flats at Glade Creek | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Aurora - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Roanoke City County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Roanoke City County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Roanoke City County Apartment is $799 at 1624 SW Chapman Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Roanoke City County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Roanoke City County is starting from $950 at Frontier Apartments.
What is the most affordable Roanoke City County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Roanoke City County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Countryside Estates and starts from $1,457.
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