
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mill Mountain Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $500 (40 Rentals)
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615 Day Ave SW

611 Stewart Ave SE

622 Allison Ave SW

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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

809 Jamison Ave SE

802 Rorer Ave SW

1016 15th St SE
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631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential

Mount Pleasant Villas

1331 Main St SW

1816 Bennington St SE

401 Washington Avenue Southwest, Unit Washington Ave sw

934 Floyd Ave SW

2016 Sanford Ave SW

715 Marshall Ave SW
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1415 Chapman Ave SW

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

Heritage Hall

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The River House

Hounds Chase Apartments

1624 SW Chapman Ave

1624 Chapman Ave SW
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2001 Lynn Ave

Summit at Roanoke

The Patrick Henry

Cotton Mill Lofts

821 Salem Ave SW

1138 Highland Ave SE

The Lawson Building East

922 12th St SE
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1004 26th St SW

16 Church Ave SW

The Hancock Building

115 Elm Ave SW

425 Campbell Ave SW

1020 Jamison Ave SE

The Jefferson

3rd,SW,1401
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Mill Mountain, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mill Mountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Mountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $646 | $1,704 |
| Mill Mountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $895 | $2,255 |
| Mill Mountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $995 | $2,264 |
| Mill Mountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $1,545 | $1,545 |
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Cheapest Available Mill Mountain Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mill Mountain 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 Mill Mountain 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 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| 3rd,SW,1401 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Aurora - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| 701 3rd Street | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| 356 Walnut Ave SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mill Mountain, VA
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mill Mountain 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 Mill Mountain apartment is the 523 Arbutus Ave SE Model at 523 Arbutus Ave SE, Unit 523-B starting at $1,500 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Southern Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mill Mountain 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 |
| 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 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 3rd,SW,1401 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Mount Pleasant Villas | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMill Mountain, Roanoke, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mill Mountain Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mill Mountain Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mill Mountain Apartment is $799 at 1624 SW Chapman Ave.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mill Mountain Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mill Mountain is starting from $1,199 at Mount Pleasant Villas.
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