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1313 Leon St NW

RoanokeVA24017

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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 1 Bed unit found at Sterlingwood Apartments priced from $1,039. 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
Sterlingwood Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan1BR,1BA$1,039
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1BA$1,045
Gardens At Grandin - II1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,075

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Washington Heights, VA

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Washington Heights area is the $1.18 price per square foot 2 bedroom with den Model at WestWind Apartment Homes in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,418. The second greatest value South Washington Heights apartment is the 2/1.5 50% AMI Model at Blue Ridge Village Apartments starting at $1,045 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
WestWind Apartment Homes2 bedroom with den2BR,1.5BA$1.18
Blue Ridge Village Apartments2/1.5 50% AMI2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Countryside Estates2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan2BR,1BA$1.24
Northridge VillageB12BR,1BA$1.28
The Riverwalk at Salem2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.28
1732 Hanover Ave NW, Unit B1732 Hanover Ave NW2BR,1BA$0.91
Gardens At Grandin - II2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.44
CAMELOT VILLAGE1 Bedroom1BR,1.5BA$1.78
801 Westside Blvd NW, Unit D801 Westside Blvd NW1BR,1BA$1.18
820 Westside Blvd NW, Unit 8820 Westside Blvd NW2BR,1BA$1.59

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Frequently Asked Questions about South Washington Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in South Washington Heights?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in South Washington Heights, VA with pricing that ranges from $625 to $3,227. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in South Washington Heights ranging from $799 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in South Washington Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in South Washington Heights ranges from $799 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,477.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in South Washington Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in South Washington Heights range from $1,000 to $3,227, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,095 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,725.

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