
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Loudon Melrose Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (22 Rentals)
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1523 Gilmer Ave NW

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Loudon Melrose, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Loudon Melrose?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Loudon Melrose Studio Apartments | $1,374 | $1,250 | $1,499 |
Loudon Melrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $720 | $2,555 |
Loudon Melrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $779 | $2,906 |
Loudon Melrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,805 | $879 | $3,932 |
Loudon Melrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,743 | $1,650 | $1,800 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Loudon Melrose Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Loudon Melrose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Loudon Melrose area of Roanoke, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Cove Apartments priced from $779. The Patrick Henry has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $879. Here are the most affordable Loudon Melrose apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $779 |
The Patrick Henry | S1 - 1 | Studio,1BA | $879 |
The Everett | 1 Bed 1Bath - 1C | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Ellsworth Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 50% AMI | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Loudon Melrose, VA
As of June 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Loudon Melrose area is the $1.13 price per square foot One bed 1 1/2 bath Model at Horton Lofts in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,875. The second greatest value Loudon Melrose apartment is the 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit A starting at $1,195 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Loudon Melrose apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Horton Lofts | One bed 1 1/2 bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit A | 1609 Chapman Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
WestWind Apartment Homes | 2 bedroom with den | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
Blue Ridge Village Apartments | 2/1.5 50% AMI | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 1805 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
2225 Berkley Ave SW, Unit Apt. 2 | 2225 Berkley Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
1732 Hanover Ave NW, Unit B | 1732 Hanover Ave NW | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
1117 Rugby Blvd NW, Unit B | 1117 Rugby Blvd NW | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Getting Around the Loudon Melrose Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA
Walk Score®
55 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
34 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Loudon Melrose Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Loudon Melrose?
The cheapest apartment in Loudon Melrose is The Everett which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Loudon Melrose costs $1,799.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Loudon Melrose?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Loudon Melrose that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Loudon Melrose?
Cheap apartments in Loudon Melrose have an average cost of $170 which is $1,629 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Loudon Melrose.
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