
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gainsboro Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (66 Rentals)
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1506 Gilmer Ave NW

1912 Wayne St NE

812 Stewart Ave SE

1802 Patterson Ave SW

611 Stewart Ave SE

806 Stewart Ave SE

1626 Redwood Rd SE

445 Riverland Rd SE

809 Jamison Ave SE
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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

802 Rorer Ave SW

1630 Wayne St NE

1829 Jerome St SE

2411 Colonial Ave SW

611 Dale Ave SE

103 Wildhurst Ave NE

509 King George Ave SW

631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential

1502 Gilmer Ave NW
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1016 15th St SE

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Mount Pleasant Villas

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2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill

1331 Main St SW

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1614 Lexington Ave SW, Unit 1614 Lexington Ave. Apt 2

379 Walnut Ave SW

1329 Campbell Ave SW

2125 Orange Ave NW

1818 Rorer Ave SW

934 Floyd Ave SW
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401 Washington Avenue Southwest

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The Heights at Gateway Park

1415 Chapman Ave SW

715 Marshall Ave SW

Liberty Pines

McCray Court Senior Living

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

Heritage Hall

Terrace North Apartments

2703 Broad St NW
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The River House

Tinker Creek Manor

1624 SW Chapman Ave

1624 Chapman Ave SW

2001 Lynn Ave

The Patrick Henry

Cotton Mill Lofts

Grandin Court Apartments

Bowman Park Townhomes

The Lawson Building East
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Gainsboro, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gainsboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gainsboro Studio Apartments | $990 | $990 | $990 |
| Gainsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,244 | $625 | $1,772 |
| Gainsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $875 | $2,495 |
| Gainsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $995 | $2,230 |
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There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gainsboro Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Gainsboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gainsboro area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1624 SW Chapman Ave priced from $799. 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Gainsboro apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | 1 Bedroom Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| The Aurora - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 701 3rd Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Ellsworth Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2-Bedroom Silver without washer and dryer hook-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gainsboro, VA
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gainsboro area is the $1.05 price per square foot 1614 Lexington Ave SW Model at 1614 Lexington Ave SW, Unit 1614 Lexington Ave. Apt 2 in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Gainsboro apartment is the 2 Bedroom Gold without washer dryer hook ups Model at WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES starting at $1,434 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gainsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 1614 Lexington Ave SW, Unit 1614 Lexington Ave. Apt 2 | 1614 Lexington Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 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 | $1.41 |
| Ellsworth Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | 1 Bedroom First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill | 2730 Forest Hill Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGainsboro, Roanoke, VA
Ranked #39
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gainsboro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainsboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gainsboro Apartment is $799 at 1624 SW Chapman Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gainsboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gainsboro is starting from $1,199 at Mount Pleasant Villas.
What is the most affordable Gainsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gainsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Century Bridges and starts from $2,226.
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