Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Old Southwest Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $500 (6 Rentals)

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Heritage Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage Hall

379 Highland Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24016
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The River House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The River House

806 Wasena Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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The Patrick Henry
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Patrick Henry

611 S Jefferson StRoanoke, VA 24011

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Old Southwest, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Old Southwest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Southwest 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 $970. Here are the most affordable Old Southwest apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$779
The Patrick HenryS1 - 3Studio,1BA$970
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Old Southwest, VA

As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Old Southwest 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 Old Southwest apartment is the 705 Marshall Ave SW Model at 705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B starting at $1,400 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Old Southwest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Horton LoftsOne bed 1 1/2 bath1BR,1.5BA$1.13
705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B705 Marshall Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.17
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$0.94
District VueSkydale2BR,2BA$1.67
The Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$0.97
Windy Hill Key1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.48
South 16 At The BridgesHarrison ( The Whitmore)1BR,1BA$2.48
The Patrick HenryS1 - 3Studio ,1BA$2.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Old Southwest, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #21

Among neighborhoods in Roanoke, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Old Southwest Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

45 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Old Southwest Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Southwest Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Southwest Apartment is $1,136 at Windy Hill Key.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Old Southwest Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Old Southwest is starting from $779 at The Cove Apartments.

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