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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA from $400 (146 Rentals)
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813 Westside Blvd NW
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802 Westside Blvd NW
RoanokeVA24017
5105 Hildebrand Rd NW
RoanokeVA24012
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$690
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$690
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Ridgeview Apartments
5300 Hawthorne RdRoanoke, VA 24012
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$7501 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 31
1416 Moorman Ave NW, Unit D
1416 Moorman Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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$799 - $1,499
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$799 - $1,499
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Frontier Apartments
4302-4410 Plantation Rd NERoanoke, VA 24012
2502 Liberty Rd NW
RoanokeVA24012
1732 Hanover Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
1714 Melrose Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
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3720 Panorama Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
1506 Gilmer Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
1912 Wayne St NE
RoanokeVA24012
2363 Mountain View Terrace SW
RoanokeVA24015
611 Stewart Ave SE
RoanokeVA24013
1626 Redwood Rd SE
RoanokeVA24014
809 Jamison Ave SE
RoanokeVA24013
802 Rorer Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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$895
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$895
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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW
1222-1224 Maple Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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$900
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$900
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2030 Larchwood St NE, Unit 2030 Larchwood St
2030 Larchwood St NERoanoke, VA 24012
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$916 - $1,201
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$916 - $1,201
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The Cove Apartments
3816 Panorama Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
2411 Colonial Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
445 Riverland Rd SE
RoanokeVA24014
611 Dale Ave SE
RoanokeVA24013
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$945
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Stone Ridge Apartments
3715 Parliament Rd SWRoanoke, VA 24014
1802 Patterson Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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$975
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2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill
2730 Forest Hill Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24012
509 King George Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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$990 - $1,135
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential
631 Campbell Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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$990 - $1,384
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$990 - $1,384
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$990 - $1,384
Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit
7266 S Barrens RdRoanoke, VA 24019
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$995 - $1,250
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$995 - $1,250
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Gardens At Grandin - II
2343 Memorial Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
1016 15th St SE
RoanokeVA24013
1520 Sherwood Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
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$999 - $1,350
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Mount Pleasant Villas
1726 Rutrough Rd SERoanoke, VA 24014
2011 Denniston Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
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$1,015 - $1,045
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$857 - $887
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$158
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$1,015 - $1,045
Blue Ridge Village Apartments
2744 Melrose Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
1331 Main St SW
RoanokeVA24015
621 Elm Ave SE
RoanokeVA24013
2317 Memorial Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
379 Walnut Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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$1,050
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$1,050
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426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit D
426 Walnut Ave SERoanoke, VA 24014
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$1,075 - $1,435
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$975 - $1,335
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$1,075 - $1,435
West Creek Manor
410-1 Westside Blvd NWRoanoke, VA 24017
2611-2613 Bowman St NW
RoanokeVA24012
2125 Orange Ave NW
RoanokeVA24017
934 Floyd Ave SW
RoanokeVA24015
1818 Rorer Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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The Heights at Gateway Park
601 Orange Ave NERoanoke, VA 24016
1415 Chapman Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
715 Marshall Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
440 Mountain Ave SW
RoanokeVA24016
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Roanoke, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Roanoke?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Roanoke Studio Apartments | $900 | $671 | $1,374 |
| Cheap Roanoke 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $671 | $2,965 |
| Cheap Roanoke 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,575 | $816 | $3,850 |
| Cheap Roanoke 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,884 | $995 | $3,825 |
| Cheap Roanoke 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,805 | $1,929 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roanoke, VA
Pricing Updated: 07/28/2026Current apartment rentals in the Roanoke, VA area range in price from $671 to $3,850 with an overall median price of $1,854. The three Roanoke neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Gainsboro at $750, River Land at $750, and Walnut Hill at $750. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsboro | $1,357 | $750 | 64 |
| River Land | $1,357 | $750 | 46 |
| Walnut Hill | $1,357 | $750 | 46 |
| Williamson Road | $1,357 | $750 | 53 |
| Mill Mountain | $1,598 | $850 | 33 |
| Airport | $1,645 | $690 | 35 |
| Hollins | $1,660 | $671 | 34 |
| Preston Park | $1,675 | $671 | 38 |
| Cave Spring | $1,683 | $750 | 62 |
| Grandin Court | $1,683 | $850 | 32 |
Cheapest Available Roanoke Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Roanoke, VA is a Studio unit found at Ridgeview Apartments in the Monterey neighborhood priced from $690. 1624 SW Chapman Ave in the Gilmer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. 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 | $690 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Liberty Pines | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| 120 Avendale Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Brandon West | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $915 |
| The Everett | 1 Bed, 1 Bath B Income-Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| Frontier Apartments | 2BR 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roanoke area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3b 1b 1343sq Model at Bent Creek Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Monterey neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Roanoke apartment is the 2/1.5 40% AMI Model at Blue Ridge Village Apartments starting at $1,015 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Gilmer 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bent Creek Apartments and Townhomes | 3b 1b 1343sq | 3BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 40% AMI | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Bent Tree | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 2016... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Brandon West | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 120 Avendale Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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?
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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 $985.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roanoke?
The cheapest apartment in Roanoke is 1624 SW Chapman Ave which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Roanoke costs $1,854.
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 10 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 $119 which is $1,735 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roanoke.
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