
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Washington Heights Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (42 Rentals)
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809 Westside Blvd NW

817 Westside Blvd NW

802 Westside Blvd NW

1714 Melrose Ave NW

3720 Panorama Ave NW

1506 Gilmer Ave NW

1802 Patterson Ave SW
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2363 Mountain View Terrace SW

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The Cove Apartments

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Blue Ridge Village Apartments

1329 Campbell Ave SW

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1614 Lexington Ave SW, Unit 1614 Lexington Ave. Apt 2

Gardens At Grandin - II

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West Creek Manor

1818 Rorer Ave SW
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2125 Orange Ave NW

1415 Chapman Ave SW

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Brandon Point Apartments

1430 Chapman Ave SW

1717-1719 Chapman Ave SW

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Sterlingwood Apartments

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Northridge Village

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Countryside Estates

Furnished Studio-Roanoke - Airport

832 Westside

Ashton Heights

El Ray Apartments

Greenbrier West

Mountain View Terrace Apartments

Terrace North Apartments
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1624 SW Chapman Ave

1624 Chapman Ave SW

Grandin Court Apartments

Park Towne

Ferncliff Apartments

Bridgeway Gardens

3821 Vermont Ave NW

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The Riverwalk at Salem
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South Washington Heights, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Washington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $1,289 | $1,289 | $1,289 |
| South Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $671 | $1,556 |
| South Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $823 | $1,873 |
| South Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $1,050 | $2,301 |
| South Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $1,880 | $2,004 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Washington Heights Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available South Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Washington Heights area of Roanoke, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at 1624 SW Chapman Ave priced from $799. The Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $916. Here are the most affordable South Washington Heights apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $916 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Sterlingwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,196 |
| Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,217 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2-Bedroom Silver without washer and dryer hook-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1,439 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Washington Heights, VA
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Washington Heights area is the $1.06 price per square foot 3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan Model at Countryside Estates in the in the Peachtree Norwood neighborhood starting from $1,457. The second greatest value South Washington Heights apartment is the 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths Model at Bridgeway Gardens starting at $1,035 with a $0.94 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countryside Estates | 3 Bedroom x 1.5 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Bridgeway Gardens | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 1614 Lexington Ave SW, Unit 1614 Lexington Ave. Apt 2 | 1614 Lexington Ave SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Northridge Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Riverwalk at Salem | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2 Bedroom Gold without washer dryer hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| The Cove Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 1624 SW Chapman Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Washington Heights Apartments
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 $799 at 1624 SW Chapman Ave.
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 Countryside Estates and starts from $1,457.
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