Cheap Homes for Rent in Riverdale Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $700 (4 Rentals)

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property at 16 Church Ave SW

$795

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$795

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$795

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 1

16 Church Ave SW

RoanokeVA24011
property at 922 12th St SE

$899

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$899

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$899

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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922 12th St SE

RoanokeVA24013

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property at 1138 Highland Ave SE

$995

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$995

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$995

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1138 Highland Ave SE

RoanokeVA24013
property at 113 Norfolk Ave SW

$1,050

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$1,050

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1 Bedroom Rentals

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113 Norfolk Ave SW

RoanokeVA24011

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Riverdale, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, VA

As of May 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverdale area is the $2.20 price per square foot Barcelona (The Whitmore) Model at Century Bridges in the in the Southern Hills neighborhood starting from $1,902. The second greatest value Riverdale apartment is the 426 Walnut Ave SE Model at 426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit Unit D starting at $1,050 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Southern Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverdale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Century BridgesBarcelona (The Whitmore)2BR,2BA$2.20
426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit Unit D426 Walnut Ave SE2BR,1BA$1.40
The Heights at Gateway Park1 Bedroom First Floor1BR,1BA$1.58
Mount Pleasant Villas1x11BR,1BA$1.98
1222-1224 Maple Ave SW1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.79

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Riverdale, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #49

Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Riverdale

What type of rentals are currently available in Riverdale?

There are currently 106 Apartments for Rent in Riverdale, VA with pricing that ranges from $850 to $3,200. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Riverdale ranging from $795 to $3,195.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Riverdale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Riverdale ranges from $795 to $3,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,526.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Riverdale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Riverdale range from $1,095 to $2,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $1,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,200.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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