
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverdale Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $500 (20 Rentals)
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1827 Jerome St SE, Unit 1827

1827 Jerome St SE
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Riverdale, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverdale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Riverdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,550 | $695 | $2,585 |
Riverdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $745 | $2,918 |
Riverdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,359 | $1,225 | $4,109 |
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There are currently 20 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverdale Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Riverdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverdale area of Roanoke, VA is a Studio unit found at The Patrick Henry priced from $854. Flats at Thrasher Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Riverdale apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Patrick Henry | S1 - 4 | Studio,1BA | $854 |
Flats at Thrasher Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Flats at Glade Creek | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
The Heights at Gateway Park | Brand new 1 bedroom 1 bath with stainless steel... | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Hickory Woods | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, VA
As of June 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Riverdale 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 Riverdale apartment is the Renovated Two Bedroom Two Bathroom Model at Glade Creek (I) starting at $1,425 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Gainsboro neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverdale 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 |
Glade Creek (I) | Renovated Two Bedroom Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
Flats at Glade Creek | 2X1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
1827 Jerome St SE, Unit 1827 | 1827 Jerome St SE | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Flats at Thrasher Park | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
24 Church Ave SW, Unit B | 24 Church Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Gramercy Row Apartment Residences | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 005 | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
Hickory Woods | Renovated One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
The Heights at Gateway Park | 1BR 1BA Long Third floor Standard (1BL3FS) | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
The Patrick Henry | S1 - 1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiverdale, Roanoke, VA
Ranked #39
Among neighborhoods in Roanoke, VA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Riverdale Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
46 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
22 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverdale Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverdale Apartment is $1,030 at The Patrick Henry.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverdale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverdale is starting from $1,125 at Flats at Glade Creek.
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