Cheap Homes for Rent in Gilmer Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $700 (8 Rentals)

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property at 202 Elm Ave

$749

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Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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202 Elm Ave

RoanokeVA24016
property at 421 Elm Ave

$849

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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421 Elm Ave

RoanokeVA24016
property at 922 12th St SE

$899

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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922 12th St SE

RoanokeVA24013

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property at 2803 Burton Ave NW

$949

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2803 Burton Ave NW

RoanokeVA24012
property at 2516 Oakland Blvd NW

$950

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2516 Oakland Blvd NW

RoanokeVA24012
property at 1138 Highland Ave SE

$995

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1138 Highland Ave SE

RoanokeVA24013
property at 949 Hunt Ave NW

$1,095

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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949 Hunt Ave NW

RoanokeVA24012

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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 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW priced from $895. The Heights at Gateway Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $999. Here are the most affordable Gilmer apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1222-1224 Maple Ave SW1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
The Heights at Gateway Park1 Bedroom Third Floor1BR,1BA$999
Gardens At Grandin - II2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gilmer, VA

As of March 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gilmer area is the $1.09 price per square foot 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Gilmer apartment is the 857 Marshall Ave SW Model at 857 Marshall Ave SW, Unit #A starting at $1,375 with a $1.15 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.
1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B1609 Chapman Ave SW4BR,1BA$1.09
857 Marshall Ave SW, Unit #A857 Marshall Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.15
WestWind Apartment Homes2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.10
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$1.05
908 Franklin Rd SW, Unit 2908 Franklin Rd SW3BR,1BA$1.36
1801 Grandin Road Southwest1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 1809...2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Gardens At Grandin - II2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.07
733 West2 Bedroom Reno2BR,2BA$1.51
The Everly1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.07
1222-1224 Maple Ave SW1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gilmer, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #27

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gilmer

What type of rentals are currently available in Gilmer?

There are currently 227 Apartments for Rent in Gilmer, VA with pricing that ranges from $815 to $2,620. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gilmer ranging from $749 to $3,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gilmer?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gilmer ranges from $749 to $3,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,478.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gilmer?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gilmer range from $1,095 to $2,374, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,123 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,525.

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