
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gilmer Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $500 (51 Rentals)
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2502 Liberty Rd NW

1732 Hanover Ave NW

1714 Melrose Ave NW

1506 Gilmer Ave NW

1912 Wayne St NE

2363 Mountain View Terrace SW

611 Stewart Ave SE

809 Jamison Ave SE

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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW
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802 Rorer Ave SW

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2030 Larchwood St NE, Unit 2030 Larchwood St

2411 Colonial Ave SW

445 Riverland Rd SE

611 Dale Ave SE

1802 Patterson Ave SW

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2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill

509 King George Ave SW

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Gardens At Grandin - II

1520 Sherwood Ave SW
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631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential

2011 Denniston Ave SW

McCray Court Senior Living

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

110 Campbell Ave SE

Heritage Hall

Mountain View Terrace Apartments

Terrace North Apartments

2703 Broad St NW

The River House
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202 Elm Ave

1624 Chapman Ave SW

1624 SW Chapman Ave

1801 Grandin Road Southwest

2001 Lynn Ave

Liberty Pines

The Patrick Henry

Cotton Mill Lofts

Grandin Court Apartments

120 Avendale Ave NE
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1020 Jamison Ave SE

1138 Highland Ave SE

Bowman Park Townhomes

The Lawson Building East

922 12th St SE

Grandin Village Apartments

The Hancock Building

2516 Oakland Blvd NW

420 Albemarle Ave SW

115 Elm Ave SW
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Gilmer, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gilmer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilmer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,142 | $750 | $1,611 |
| Gilmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,397 | $816 | $2,595 |
| Gilmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $1,023 | $2,166 |
| Gilmer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,887 | $1,805 | $1,929 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Gilmer Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Gilmer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Gilmer area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1624 SW Chapman Ave priced from $799. Liberty Pines has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here are the most affordable Gilmer 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 |
| Liberty Pines | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| 120 Avendale Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 40% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilmer, VA
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gilmer area is the $0.91 price per square foot 2/1.5 40% AMI Model at Blue Ridge Village Apartments in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,015. The second greatest value Gilmer apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Bridgeway Gardens starting at $1,035 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gilmer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 40% AMI | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 2016... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| 917 Campbell Ave SW, Unit A | 917 Campbell Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit D | 426 Walnut Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 120 Avendale Ave NE | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Liberty Pines | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Gilmer, Roanoke, VA
Addison Aerospace Magnet Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gilmer Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilmer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gilmer Apartment is $799 at 1624 SW Chapman Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gilmer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gilmer is starting from $1,015 at Blue Ridge Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gilmer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gilmer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 733 West and starts from $1,655.
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