Downtown Roanoke, Virginia has everything a resident could expect in a thriving metropolis. The city, which began growing in 1882, has certainly seen its share of highs and lows. Like other major cities, the flight to the suburbs in the 1960s caused a decline, but Downtown Roanoke has rebounded to become the vibrant metro hub that it is today.
Downtown Roanoke is bordered to the north by the Norfolk and Western railroad tracks and Interstate 581 to the east. The southern boundary jogs from Washington Avenue Southwest, heads north on South Jefferson Street, heads west on Day Avenue Southwest, and finally jogs up to Marshall Avenue Southwest. The western border begins on 7th Street SW and cuts back to 5th Street SW by way of Campbell Avenue SW.
Downtown Roanoke is an amazing place. Buying or renting, there are many residences to appeal to any taste. Residents enjoy the local Farmer’s Market. Established in 1882, it’s the oldest continuously operating market in Virginia. If cooking is not the goal, a myriad of restaurants are available as well.
Many of the older building are still in use. The Boxley Building (1921), the Patrick Henry Hotel (1925), and the Colonial National Bank (1927) are a few of the charming older buildings in the area.
Residents are also treated to year-round entertainment. There are concerts, festivals, and holiday celebrations to attend. Trendy stores line the streets and trinkets at the Farmer’s Market are a treat for anyone. If that is not enough, the Roanoke Transit System is available to transport residents to the surrounding areas.
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Downtown Roanoke City is $1,182.
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Downtown Roanoke City is $1,494.
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