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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Old Southwest Studio Apartments | $850 | $850 | $850 |
| Old Southwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,467 | $800 | $1,738 |
| Old Southwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $1,100 | $2,244 |
| Old Southwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $2,144 | $2,314 |
There are currently 24 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Old Southwest Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Write a ReviewThe cheapest available apartment rental in the Old Southwest area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW priced from $895. 701 3rd Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,249. Here are the most affordable Old Southwest apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 701 3rd Street | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| 356 Walnut Ave SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Old Southwest area is the $1.53 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 356 Walnut Ave SW in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Old Southwest apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW starting at $895 with a $1.79 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 356 Walnut Ave SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Old Southwest Apartment is $895 at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW.
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