Apartments For Rent By Owner in Roanoke, VA
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Rent SpecialTotal Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New3 BEDS, 3 BATHS$2,250Base Rent$2,250Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,250- 12 Month Lease -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$975Base Rent$975Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$975- 12 Month Lease2730 Forest Hill Ave NW Unit 2732 Forest Hill
2730 Forest Hill Ave NW, Roanoke, VA 24012 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New4 BEDS, 1 BATH$2,195Base Rent$2,195Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$2,195- 12 Month Lease2413 Memorial Ave SW
2413 Memorial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 2 BATHS$1,600Base Rent$1,600Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,600- 12 Month Lease
2308 Wood Gate Ln Unit Ridgewood Farms
2308 Wood Gate Ln, Salem, VA 24153 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,650Base Rent$1,650Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,650- 3 Month Lease
3516 Garden City Blvd SE Unit 3514
3516 Garden City Blvd SE, Roanoke, VA 24014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,050Base Rent$1,050Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,050- 12 Month Lease
426 Walnut Ave SE Unit D
426 Walnut Ave SE, Roanoke, VA 24014 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New1 BED, 1 BATH$1,350Base Rent$1,350Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,350- 24 Month Lease
2840 Colonial Ave SW Unit C13
2840 Colonial Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24015 -
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Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,350Base Rent$1,350Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,350- 12 Month Lease
891 Old Vinton Mill Rd NE Unit B Unit B
891 Old Vinton Mill Rd NE Unit B, Roanoke, VA 24012 -
Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New2 BEDS, 1 BATH$1,500Base Rent$1,500Required Monthly FeesNoneTotal Monthly Price$1,500- 12 Month Lease
3843 Plantation Rd NE
3843 Plantation Rd NE, Roanoke, VA 24012
Living & Renting in Roanoke
Roanoke at a Glance
Roanoke, VA Apartments for Rent
Roanoke's located in the Blue Ridge Mountains along the Roanoke River and is home to the iconic 88.5-foot Roanoke Star atop Mill Mountain, visible from miles away and a symbol of the city's nickname as the Star City of the South. Those looking for apartments for rent in Roanoke will find plenty of options across neighborhoods like Old Southwest, famous for its Victorian architecture, and Grandin Village, which centers around the historic Grandin Theatre. With average one-bedroom rents around $1,085 and studios starting near $789, the city offers accessible housing compared to other Virginia markets.
Renting in Roanoke provides convenient access to outdoor recreation, with 26 miles of paved greenways and direct access to the Blue Ridge Parkway for hiking and biking. Downtown features the historic City Market, Virginia's oldest continuously operating open-air market, along with dining options and cultural attractions like the Taubman Museum of Art and Virginia Museum of Transportation. The city's growing healthcare sector, anchored by Carilion Clinic, provides employment opportunities, while Interstate 81 offers straightforward commutes throughout the region. Roanoke's combination of mountain scenery, affordable apartment communities, and downtown amenities makes it an appealing option for renters seeking both natural beauty and city convenience.
Why Roanoke?
- Beautiful historic sites, such as Fincastle, a town chartered in 1772.
- Easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway’s views, trails, and campgrounds.
- A picturesque, historic, and walkable downtown with shops and restaurants.
- Downtown’s historic Farmer’s Market, Virginia’s oldest operating market.
- Exploring history at Thomas Jefferson’s plantation home, Poplar Forest.
- Concerts, events, and live performances at the Roanoke Civic Center.
Renting in Roanoke
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 333 Sq Ft $814 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 670 Sq Ft $1,124 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 945 Sq Ft $1,327 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,250 Sq Ft $1,655 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,479 Sq Ft $1,888 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Roanoke
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Williamson Road 545 Sq Ft $986/mo
- Roanoke Downtown Historic District 685 Sq Ft $1,180/mo
- Downtown Roanoke City 691 Sq Ft $1,231/mo
- City Market Historic District 713 Sq Ft $1,264/mo
- Hollins 737 Sq Ft $1,298/mo
- South Jefferson 545 Sq Ft $1,313/mo
- Belmont 682 Sq Ft $1,314/mo
- Belmont Historic District 682 Sq Ft $1,314/mo
- Cave Spring 729 Sq Ft $1,328/mo
- Walnut Hill 559 Sq Ft $1,345/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Roanoke, VA
What are the average rent costs in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent in Roanoke, VA is $1,124.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Roanoke, VA is $814.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA is $1,124.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA is $1,327.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA is $1,655.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Roanoke, VA is $1,888.
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