
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Villa Heights Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA from $400 (31 Rentals)
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2744 Melrose Ave, Unit 1-201

809 Westside Blvd NW

813 Westside Blvd NW

4206 Vermont Ave NW

817 Westside Blvd NW

802 Westside Blvd NW
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1117 Rugby Blvd NW

1802 Patterson Ave SW

1825 Patterson Ave SW

802 Rorer Ave SW

631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential

3720 Panorama Ave NW

1506 Gilmer Ave NW
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The Cove Apartments

832 Westside

McCray Court Senior Living

Ashton Heights

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Greenbrier West
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2703 Broad St NW

Cotton Mill Lofts

4306 Williamson Rd NW

821 Salem Ave SW

Park Towne

717 Orange Ave NW

2516 Oakland Blvd NW
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Bridgeway Gardens

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The Flats at Rutgers
Villa Heights, Roanoke, VA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Villa Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Heights Studio Apartments | $871 | $710 | $1,289 |
| Villa Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,150 | $696 | $1,639 |
| Villa Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $823 | $2,608 |
| Villa Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,723 | $1,195 | $3,371 |
| Villa Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,890 | $1,790 | $1,940 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Villa Heights Neighborhood of Roanoke, VA.
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Cheapest Available Villa Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Villa Heights area of Roanoke, VA is a Studio unit found at Ridgeview Apartments priced from $690. 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Villa Heights apartments for rent in Roanoke, VA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $690 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | Studio Loft | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| The Flats at Rutgers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Sterlingwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1Bathroom + Den Classic Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Countryside Estates | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1,204 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2-Bedroom Silver without washer and dryer hook-... | 2BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,430 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1,464 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Villa Heights, VA
As of May 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Villa Heights area is the $1.07 price per square foot 1609 Chapman Ave SW Model at 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B in the in the Gilmer neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Villa Heights apartment is the 705 Marshall Ave SW Model at 705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Gilmer neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Villa Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1609 Chapman Ave SW, Unit B | 1609 Chapman Ave SW | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| 705 Marshall Ave SW, Unit Apt B | 705 Marshall Ave SW | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| The View at Blue Ridge Commons | Olympus | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Gardens At Grandin - II | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Countryside Estates | 2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Classic Floor Plan | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 733 West | 2 Bedroom Reno | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| WESTWIND APARTMENT HOMES | 2 Bedroom Gold without washer dryer hook ups | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| CAMELOT VILLAGE | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Flats at Rutgers | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 631 Campbell Ave LLC - Residential | Studio Loft | Studio ,1BA | $1.88 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleVilla Heights, Roanoke, VA
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Among cities in Virginia for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
Our team compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Virginia including Villa Heights, Roanoke, and the greater Roanoke area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Villa Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Villa Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Villa Heights is under $1,464.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Villa Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Villa Heights is Ridgeview Apartments which is listed at $760, while the average apartment in Villa Heights costs $1,940.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Villa Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Villa Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Villa Heights?
Cheap apartments in Villa Heights have an average cost of $355 which is $1,585 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Villa Heights.
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