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421 Elm Ave Sw, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA|Old Southwest
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Management

The Grandin Agency

Leasing office

(844) 338-5721 ext. 2023

Property Overview

421 Elm Avenue offers strong overall value, with an 8.3 Zumper expert rating, standout amenities, and a convenient location that supports everyday ease. It is especially appealing for social life, fitness and wellness, and work-from-home needs, with nearby dining, entertainment, parks, groceries, coworking options, HVAC, and included utilities.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 421 Elm Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 Elm Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Central heat
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

421 Elm Avenue - 12 bed1 bath800 sqft$825 /moRenovated basement floor unit. Everything is new. The unit is a must see. Has a gas furnace and central air. Ample parking is available in the alley behind the building. Community laundry room. No pets of any kind. Responsive owner and professional management. [SELF-VIEWING APPOINTMENT] All of our properties are available for self-viewing using Codebox/SentriLock. To schedule a viewing appointment, please visit our website rentgrandin. com and click on "Schedule a Showing". You will receive instructions via text message. Please do not delete or unsubscribe from this text message until you have completed the viewing. After the viewing, you will receive a link to an application.

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Amenities for 421 Elm Avenue

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Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
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Building

Onsite Laundry
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About 421 Elm Avenue

HomeApartments in RoanokeOld Southwest 421 Elm Avenue

Renovated basement floor unit. Everything is new. The unit is a must see. Has a gas furnace and central air. Ample parking is available in the alley behind the building. Community laundry room. No pets of any kind. Responsive owner and professional management. [SELF-VIEWING APPOINTMENT] All of our properties are available for self-viewing using Codebox/SentriLock. To schedule a viewing appointment, please visit our website rentgrandin. com and click on "Schedule a Showing". You will receive instructions via text message. Please do not delete or unsubscribe from this text message until you have completed the viewing. After the viewing, you will receive a link to an application.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 421 Elm Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 421 Elm Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 421 Elm Avenue
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 421 Elm Avenue is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Old Southwest. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
421 Elm Avenue stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
421 Elm Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 421 Elm Avenue to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
421 Elm Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

421 Elm Avenue is great for:

Wellness

  • 14 gyms or yoga centers nearby
  • 26 parks nearby
  • There are 8 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • HVAC systems available onsite

Work-from-home

  • 2 internet service provider options nearby
  • 4 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Utilities included in the rent

Social life

  • 123 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 26 parks and recreation options
  • 173 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 29 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 421 Elm Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Central heat
Climate controlled environment
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Lacks images
Fewer than 5 photos available for this property

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Rent trends in Old Southwest

2-bedroom apartments at 421 Elm Avenue cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Old Southwest.

Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Old Southwest
Roanoke
A table of studio rental data trends in Roanoke
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$684
December 2024$746
January 2025$936
February 2025$839
March 2025$811
April 2025$806
May 2025$808
June 2025$865
July 2025$895
August 2025$1,002
September 2025$700
October 2025$719
November 2025$790
December 2025$773
January 2026$755
February 2026$751
March 2026$754
April 2026$880
May 2026$887
June 2026$892
July 2026$882
August 2026$896
September 2026$984
October 2026$922
A table of studio rental data trends in Old Southwest
MonthMedian Rent
December 2025$749

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 421 Elm Ave Sw?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$33,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near 421 Elm Avenue

Highland Park Elementary School

1212 5th st sw

roanoke, VA, 24016

PK, K-5Public
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Getting around Roanoke near 421 Elm Ave Sw

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 421 Elm Ave Sw, Roanoke

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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