Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Washington Heights Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (11 Rentals)

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832 Westside
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

832 Westside

832 NW Westside BlvdRoanoke, VA 24017
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Ashton Heights
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ashton Heights

3530 Dona Dr NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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El Ray Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

El Ray Apartments

2627 Westover Ave SWRoanoke, VA 24015
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Greenbrier West
1 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbrier West

4102-4112 Virginia Ave NWRoanoke, VA 24017
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South Washington Heights, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Washington Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Washington Heights area of Roanoke, VA is a 2 Beds unit found at The Cove Apartments priced from $916. Blue Ridge Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable South Washington Heights apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$916
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,045
West Creek Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,069
The Riverwalk at Salem2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1,215
Northridge VillageB12BR,1BA$1,217

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Washington Heights, VA

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Washington Heights area is the $1.27 price per square foot 4 Bedroom - w/Garage Classic Model at 733 West in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value South Washington Heights apartment is the 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit A starting at $1,395 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
733 West4 Bedroom - w/Garage Classic4BR,2BA$1.27
1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit A1609 Chapman Ave SW2BR,1BA$1.11
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$0.94
West Creek Manor2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.02
Countryside Estates2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan2BR,1BA$1.24
Northridge VillageB12BR,1BA$1.28
1732 Hanover Ave NW, Unit B1732 Hanover Ave NW2BR,1BA$1.06
1843 Oxford Ave SW, Unit Grandin Village Room #11843 Oxford Ave SW1BR,1BA$0.94
The Cove Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.15
1714 Melrose Ave NW, Unit 21714 Melrose Ave NW2BR,1BA$1.02

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Washington Heights, Roanoke, VA

Ranked #26

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the South Washington Heights Neighborhood in Roanoke, VA

Walk Score®

43 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

25 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Washington Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Washington Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Washington Heights is at Valleydale Apartments listed at $1,300.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Washington Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Washington Heights Apartment is $1,540 at Valleydale Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Washington Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Washington Heights is starting from $916 at The Cove Apartments.

What is the most affordable South Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap South Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Riverwalk at Salem and starts from $1,385.

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