
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Garden City Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $800 (18 Rentals)
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Mount Pleasant Villas

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Stone Ridge Apartments- Convenient Location

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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

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Gramercy Row Apartment Residences

1223 Third St
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2309 Longview Ave SW

1326 Maple Ave SW

1501 7th St SE

601 Janette Ave SW

1142 2nd St SW

730-732 Montrose Ave
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2409 Richelieu Ave SW

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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 | $1,369 | $875 | $1,718 |
| Garden City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $1,199 | $2,382 |
| Garden City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $2,438 | $2,728 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 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- Convenient Location has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. 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- Convenient Location | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 701 3rd Street | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| Gramercy Row Apartment Residences | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 101 | 1BR,1BA | $1,460 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Garden City, VA
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Garden City area is the $2.22 price per square foot Barcelona (The Whitmore) Model at Century Bridges in the in the Southern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,922. The second greatest value Garden City apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 101 Model at Gramercy Row Apartment Residences starting at $1,460 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Gilmer 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Bridges | Barcelona (The Whitmore) | 2BR,2BA | $2.22 |
| Gramercy Row Apartment Residences | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 101 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Stone Ridge Apartments- Convenient Location | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 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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How much rent can you afford?
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGarden City, Roanoke, VA
Ranked #48
Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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