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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Private balcony
  • Shared laundry
  • Convenient downtown location
  • Pet-friendly
  • No smoking
  • 2 bedroom unit

Location

301 Gilmer Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA|Gainsboro
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Management

Headwater Property Management

Leasing office

(540) 452-9433

Property Overview

Gilmer Apartments offers a convenient downtown location with a private balcony, shared laundry, pet-friendly policies, no smoking, and a 2-bedroom unit. It also stands out for having 29 photos, nearby transit and walkable access, on-site recycling or composting, many parks and dining options, and nearby pet services and outdoor spaces.

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

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Gilmer Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gilmer Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Images Available
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

Premium 2BR/1BA2 bed1 bath804 sqft$1,025 /mo1 unit availableWelcome to Gilmer Apartments! Convenient downtown location allows for easy access to local restaurants, museums, bars, and events. This pet-friendly 2 bedroom unit includes a private balcony and access to shared laundry. Tenants are responsible for electricity and will pay a $50 utility fee in addition to rent for water, sewer, and trash. No smoking. Some pets allowed if approved. Breed restrictions apply. Monthly pet rent applies: $50 for first pet and $25 for second pet. Minimum rent qualifications are: 1. Income must be three times the monthly rent 2. Must have positive references from past landlords 3. No prior evictions 4. Must pass credit check and criminal background screening Nonrefundable application fee $50. All adults must apply separately. 12 month lease required. Renters insurance required. Security deposit is equal to one month's rent. You can inquire to prequalify and also apply for an apartment on the Headwater Property Management website: www headwaterpm com Equal Housing Provider. Call 540-452-9433 with any questions.

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Amenities for Gilmer Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Balcony

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite Laundry

Services

Dumpster On SiteShared Laundry Onsite

Other

Pet Friendly - Breed Restrictions Apply
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Utilities Monthly Fee

Monthly.

$50

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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Building details

Property details

Units10

About Gilmer Apartments

HomeApartments in Roanoke Gilmer Apartments

Welcome to Gilmer Apartments! Convenient downtown location allows for easy access to local restaurants, museums, bars, and events. This pet-friendly 2 bedroom unit includes a private balcony and access to shared laundry. Tenants are responsible for electricity and will pay a $50 utility fee in addition to rent for water, sewer, and trash. No smoking. Some pets allowed if approved. Breed restrictions apply. Monthly pet rent applies: $50 for first pet and $25 for second pet. Minimum rent qualifications are: 1. Income must be three times the monthly rent 2. Must have positive references from past landlords 3. No prior evictions 4. Must pass credit check and criminal background screening Nonrefundable application fee $50. All adults must apply separately. 12 month lease required. Renters insurance required. Security deposit is equal to one month's rent. You can inquire to prequalify and also apply for an apartment on the Headwater Property Management website: www headwaterpm com Equal Housing Provider. Call 540-452-9433 with any questions.


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.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Gilmer Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Gilmer Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Gilmer Apartments
Price·10A 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.
Gilmer Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Gilmer Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Gilmer Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Gilmer Apartments 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·6A 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 Gilmer Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Gilmer Apartments is great for:

Eco living

  • 22 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • 112 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • 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 Gilmer Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Distance from transit
More than 2.6 miles from public transportation

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$41,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $41,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,025.
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Schools near Gilmer Apartments

Highland Park Elementary School

1212 5th st sw

roanoke, VA, 24016

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Getting around Roanoke near 301 Gilmer Ave Nw

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 301 Gilmer Ave Nw, Roanoke

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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