
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Roanoke Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $500 (51 Rentals)
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2363 Mountain View Terrace SW

809 Jamison Ave SE

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1222-1224 Maple Ave SW

2411 Colonial Ave SW

611 Dale Ave SE

445 Riverland Rd SE

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Stone Ridge Apartments

509 King George Ave SW

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Gardens At Grandin - II
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1520 Sherwood Ave SW

2011 Denniston Ave SW

1331 Main St SW

621 Elm Ave SE

2317 Memorial Ave SW

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426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit D

379 Walnut Ave SW

934 Floyd Ave SW

715 Marshall Ave SW

440 Mountain Ave SW
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Pebble Creek

2016 Brandon Ave SW

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Honeywood Apartments

Edgehill Estates

Abbingdon of Old Southwest

Heritage Hall

Summertree

Terrace North Apartments

StoneBrook Apartments

The River House
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202 Elm Ave

Hounds Chase Apartments

1801 Grandin Road Southwest

2001 Lynn Ave

The Patrick Henry

Summit at Roanoke

Cotton Mill Lofts

Grandin Court Apartments

Copper Croft Apartments

1020 Jamison Ave SE
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1138 Highland Ave SE

922 12th St SE

Grandin Village Apartments

South Roanoke Apartment Village

420 Albemarle Ave SW

115 Elm Ave SW

The Jefferson

3rd,SW,1401

Bridgeway Gardens

701 3rd Street
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South Roanoke, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Roanoke?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Roanoke 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $850 | $2,330 |
| South Roanoke 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $895 | $2,944 |
| South Roanoke 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $1,023 | $2,178 |
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There are currently 51 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Roanoke Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available South Roanoke Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Roanoke area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW priced from $895. Gardens At Grandin - II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable South Roanoke 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 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1,035 |
| 701 3rd Street | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Honeywood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 2016... | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Bent Tree | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Pebble Creek | Mallard | 2BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Windy Hill Key | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,361 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Roanoke, VA
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Roanoke area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Bridgeway Gardens in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,035. The second greatest value South Roanoke apartment is the 2 BEDROOM Model at Bent Tree starting at $1,300 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Southern Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Roanoke apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Bent Tree | 2 BEDROOM | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1801 Grandin Road Southwest | 1801 Grandin Road Southwest - 2016... | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Windy Hill Key | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Century Bridges | Atlanta (The Woods) | 3BR,2BA | $2.39 |
| Pebble Creek | Egret | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Honeywood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 426 Walnut Ave SE, Unit D | 426 Walnut Ave SE | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Roanoke Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Roanoke Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Roanoke Apartment is $895 at 1222-1224 Maple Ave SW.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Roanoke Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Roanoke is starting from $1,035 at Bridgeway Gardens.
What is the most affordable South Roanoke Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Roanoke Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Windy Hill Key and starts from $1,611.
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