Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gilmer Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (15 Rentals)

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Liberty Pines
1 Bedroom Apartments

Liberty Pines

2502 Liberty AveRoanoke, VA 24012
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Heritage Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Hall

379 Highland Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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2703 Broad St NW
2 Bedroom Apartments

2703 Broad St NW

2703 Broad St NWRoanoke, VA 24012
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The River House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The River House

806 Wasena Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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2001 Lynn Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

2001 Lynn Ave

2001 Lynn Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24014
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Gilmer, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

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 Blue Ridge Village Apartments priced from $696. 3rd,SW,1401 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Gilmer apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Blue Ridge Village Apartments1/1 40% AMI1BR,1BA$696
3rd,SW,14011BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$950
Harrison SchoolOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$966
WestWind Apartment Homes1 bedroom1BR,1BA$999
Gardens At Grandin - II1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilmer, VA

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gilmer area is the $1.08 price per square foot 812 Marshall Ave SW Model at 812 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apartment B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Gilmer apartment is the 2/1.5 50% AMI Model at Blue Ridge Village Apartments starting at $1,045 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
812 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apartment B812 Marshall Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.08
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$0.94
1801 Grandin Road Southwest1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 18032BR,1.5BA$1.27
733 West2 Bedroom Reno2BR,2BA$1.56
Gardens At Grandin - II1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.19
Woodland Park1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.74
2135 Sanford Ave SW, Unit 21352135 Sanford Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.60
WestWind Apartment Homes1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Gramercy Row Apartment Residences1 Bedroom 1 Bath 1101BR,1BA$1.79
3rd,SW,14011BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gilmer, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #26

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Gilmer Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA

Walk Score®

59 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

60 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

43 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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 $696 at Blue Ridge Village Apartments.

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 $1,045 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 $1,700.

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