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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $600 (15 Rentals)
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Mount Pleasant Villas
1726 Rutrough Rd SERoanoke, VA 24014
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WestWind Apartment Homes
3030 Ordway Dr NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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2215 Montauk RdRoanoke, VA 24017
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Glade Creek (I)
3343 GLADE CREEK Blvd NERoanoke, VA 24012
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10 Church Ave SE
RoanokeVA24011
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RoanokeVA24011
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110 Campbell Ave
RoanokeVA24011
110 Campbell Ave SE
RoanokeVA24011
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Downtown Roanoke City, Roanoke, VA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Roanoke City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Roanoke City Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $1,250 | $1,250 |
| Downtown Roanoke City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,380 | $925 | $2,265 |
| Downtown Roanoke City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $1,149 | $2,990 |
| Downtown Roanoke City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,249 | $2,935 |
| Downtown Roanoke City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,762 | $1,725 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Roanoke City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Roanoke City area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Mount Pleasant Villas priced from $949. The Patrick Henry has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $970. Here are the most affordable Downtown Roanoke City apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Patrick Henry | S1 - 3 | Studio,1BA | $970 |
| WestWind Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Flats at Glade Creek | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | Brand new 1 bedroom 1 bath with stainless steel... | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City, VA
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Roanoke City area is the $1.13 price per square foot One bed 1 1/2 bath Model at Horton Lofts in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Downtown Roanoke City apartment is the Renovated Three Bedroom Model at Glade Creek (I) starting at $1,675 with a $1.27 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Horton Lofts | One bed 1 1/2 bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Glade Creek (I) | Renovated Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Cotton Mill Lofts | A1-L5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Hickory Woods | Renovated Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Flats at Glade Creek | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 346 Day Ave SW, Unit Apt#B | 346 Day Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| WestWind Apartment Homes | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The View at Blue Ridge Commons | Denali | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Roanoke City, Roanoke, VA
Ranked #10
Among neighborhoods in Roanoke, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $949 at Mount Pleasant Villas.
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 $1,149 at Mount Pleasant Villas.
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 Flats at Glade Creek and starts from $1,249.
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