
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Gilmer Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (58 Rentals)
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1314 Moorman Ave NW

1117 Rugby Blvd NW

1802 Patterson Ave SW

611 Stewart Ave SE

622 Allison Ave SW

809 Jamison Ave SE

802 Rorer Ave SW

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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

1630 Wayne St NE
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2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill

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1955 Belleville Rd SW, Unit 1953 Belleville Rd, Apt 2

631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential

1502 Gilmer Ave NW

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Blue Ridge Village Apartments

1331 Main St SW

2204 York Rd SW

Gardens At Grandin - II

401 Washington Avenue Southwest, Unit Washington Ave sw

1114 Lafayette Blvd NW
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2125 Orange Ave NW

1818 Rorer Ave SW

934 Floyd Ave SW

2016 Sanford Ave SW

1415 Chapman Ave SW

715 Marshall Ave SW

Liberty Pines

McCray Court Senior Living

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

Heritage Hall
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Terrace North Apartments

2703 Broad St NW

The River House

1624 SW Chapman Ave

1801 Grandin Road Southwest

1624 Chapman Ave SW

2001 Lynn Ave

The Patrick Henry

Cotton Mill Lofts
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Grandin Court Apartments

821 Salem Ave SW

1138 Highland Ave SE

The Lawson Building East

Bowman Park Townhomes

922 12th St SE

717 Orange Ave NW

Grandin Village Apartments

The Hancock Building

2516 Oakland Blvd NW
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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 | $1,307 | $646 | $1,704 |
| Gilmer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,336 | $778 | $2,255 |
| Gilmer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $1,095 | $2,264 |
| Gilmer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,545 | $1,940 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 58 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. 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 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 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Electra | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Briskwood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Gardens at Grandin | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Aurora | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Heights at Gateway Park | 1 Bedroom Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 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 Gilmer, VA
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gilmer area is the $1.10 price per square foot 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,545. The second greatest value Gilmer apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at Gardens At Grandin - II starting at $1,125 with a $1.07 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B | 1609 Chapman Ave SW | 4BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2 Bedroom Gold without washer dryer hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| 523 Arbutus Ave SE, Unit 523-B | 523 Arbutus Ave SE | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 356 Walnut Ave SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Ellsworth Place | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 3rd,SW,1401 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Unit 2732 Forest Hill | 2730 Forest Hill Ave NW | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleGilmer, Roanoke, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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 $1,125 at Gardens At Grandin - II.
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