
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garden City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $800 (17 Rentals)
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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW
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1223 Third St

2309 Longview Ave SW

1326 Maple Ave SW

1501 7th St SE

601 Janette Ave SW
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1142 2nd St SW

730-732 Montrose Ave

2409 Richelieu Ave SW

Southeby Square

The Jefferson
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Garden City, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Garden City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Garden City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,409 | $895 | $1,739 |
| Garden City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $1,275 | $2,248 |
| Garden City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,189 | $2,100 | $2,319 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Garden City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Garden City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Garden City area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW priced from $895. Stone Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $914. Here are the most affordable Garden City apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Stone Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, VA
As of June 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $1.58 price per square foot 523 Arbutus Ave SE Model at 523 Arbutus Ave SE, Unit 523-B in the in the Southern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Stone Ridge Apartments starting at $914 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Southern Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Garden City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 523 Arbutus Ave SE, Unit 523-B | 523 Arbutus Ave SE | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| Stone Ridge Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 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 LifestyleGarden City, Roanoke, VA
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Garden City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Garden City Apartment is $895 at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Garden City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Garden City is starting from $1,199 at Mount Pleasant Villas.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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