
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA from $400 (79 Rentals)
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809 Westside Blvd NW

5105 Hildebrand Rd NW

812 Westside Blvd NW

Frontier Apartments

1405 Chapman Ave SW

4208 Vermont Ave NW

4206 Vermont Ave NW

1922 Wayne St NE

809 Jamison Ave SE
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802 Rorer Ave SW

1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

The Cove Apartments

2409 Colonial Ave SW

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Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit

Stone Ridge Apartments- Convenient Location

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1831 Oxford Ave SW, Unit 1831 Oxford,Oasis for One

4419-4425 Lela Ave NE

2826 Idlewild Blvd NE

Mount Pleasant Villas
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The Heights at Gateway Park

832 Westside

Darby Villa

Liberty Pines

McCray Court Senior Living

Edgehill Estates

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

Ashton Heights

El Ray Apartments

Heritage Hall
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Summertree

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Greenbrier West

StoneBrook Apartments

2703 Broad St NW

The River House

Tinker Creek Manor

Hounds Chase Apartments

Terrace North Apartments

1801 Grandin Road Southwest
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2001 Lynn Ave

Ferncliff Apartments

Summit at Roanoke

The Patrick Henry

Cotton Mill Lofts

Grandin Court Apartments

4306 Williamson Rd NW

Copper Croft Apartments

The Everett

The Ridge
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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 | $938 | $710 | $1,511 |
| Cheap Roanoke 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $716 | $2,955 |
| Cheap Roanoke 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $895 | $3,410 |
| Cheap Roanoke 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $1,001 | $3,835 |
| Cheap Roanoke 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $1,525 | $1,925 |
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Roanoke, VA Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Roanoke, VA
Pricing Updated: 03/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Roanoke, VA area range in price from $710 to $3,835 with an overall median price of $1,875. The three Roanoke neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Roanoke City at $1,023, Grandin Court at $815, and Cave Spring at $815. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Roanoke City | $1,595 | $1,023 | 5 |
| Grandin Court | $1,679 | $815 | 43 |
| Cave Spring | $1,706 | $815 | 75 |
| Cherry Hill | $1,837 | $716 | 51 |
| Edge Wood Summit Hills | $1,837 | $937 | 84 |
| Gilmer | $1,837 | $815 | 60 |
| Hurt Park | $1,837 | $716 | 54 |
| Melrose Rugby | $1,837 | $799 | 83 |
| Mountain View | $1,837 | $815 | 41 |
| Norwich | $1,837 | $716 | 34 |
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 $710. 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW in the Gilmer neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Roanoke apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $710 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Cedarwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $926 |
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $937 |
| Stone Ridge Apartments- Convenient Location | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Frontier Apartments | 2BR 1BA Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $985 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | 1 Bedroom Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| North View Apartments | Classic plus | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Roanoke, VA
As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Roanoke area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Roanoke apartment is the 857 Marshall Ave SW Model at 857 Marshall Ave SW, Unit #A starting at $1,375 with a $1.15 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B | 1609 Chapman Ave SW | 4BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 857 Marshall Ave SW, Unit #A | 857 Marshall Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| WestWind Apartment Homes | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.10 |
| Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 50% AMI | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| 1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 1809... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Countryside Estates | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Peters Creek Apartments - Tax Credit | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Roanoke Overview
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?
One of the beautiful things about living in Roanoke is that you can live in a metropolitan city without giving up the benefits of living next to the Blue Ridge Mountains. In the heart of downtown, you have access to great restaurants, museums, transportation and nightlife. At the same time, Roanoke places a real value on the surrounding nature the area has to offer giving you access to countless outdoor activities. It is really the best of both worlds.
Best Local Schools 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 $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Roanoke?
The cheapest apartment in Roanoke is Ridgeview Apartments which is listed at $760, while the average apartment in Roanoke costs $1,875.
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 124 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 $279 which is $1,596 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Roanoke.
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