Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $700 (3 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Roanoke City area of Roanoke.

property at 16 Church Ave SW

$795

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$795

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$795

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

16 Church Ave SW

RoanokeVA24011

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property at 113 Norfolk Ave SW

$1,050

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$1,050

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$1,050

1 Bedroom Rentals

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113 Norfolk Ave SW

RoanokeVA24011

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City, VA

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Roanoke City area is the $1.08 price per square foot 705 Marshall Ave SW Model at 705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Downtown Roanoke City apartment is the Studio Loft Model at 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential starting at $895 with a $1.88 price per square foot in the Gilmer 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.
705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B705 Marshall Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.08
631 Campbell Ave LLC - ResidentialStudio LoftStudio ,1BA$1.88

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Roanoke City

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Roanoke City?

There are currently 72 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Roanoke City, VA with pricing that ranges from $895 to $1,460. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Roanoke City ranging from $795 to $2,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Roanoke City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Roanoke City ranges from $795 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,264.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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