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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Vaulted ceilings
  • All utilities included
  • Resident lounges
  • 24-hour emergency maintenance
  • In-unit washer/dryer
  • Fitness room

Location

501 Salem Ave Sw, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA|West End
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Management

The Richmond Loft Company, LLC

Leasing office

(804) 223-0660

Property Overview

Sunlight Bakery Lofts offers strong value and convenience, with an 8.3 expert rating, top scores for price, amenities, and location, plus features like vaulted ceilings, in-unit washer/dryer, resident lounges, and all utilities included. It also stands out for fitness and wellness, pet friendliness, work-from-home appeal, social access, and sustainability, with nearby parks, gyms, transit, restaurants, and walkable surroundings.

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, Sunlight Bakery Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath526+ sqft$1,045–$1,295 /mo12 units availableSunlight Bakery Lofts — 501 Salem Ave. SW, Downtown Roanoke Born from Roanoke's 1928 Sunlight Bakery, these one-of-a-kind loft apartments blend authentic industrial character with modern living. Original exposed beams, brick walls, vaulted ceilings, and hardwood floors meet custom finishes and cutting-edge technology — all in the heart of downtown. IN EVERY UNIT All utilities included (electric, water, sewer & trash) 1 Gbps dedicated fiber internet + WiFi modem In-unit washer/dryer Custom kitchen: rift-cut white oak cabinets, white quartz counters, stainless appliances, matte black pulls Custom bathroom: walk-in tiled shower with glass door, white oak vanity, matte black fixtures, white quartz top Smart WiFi lock entry Energy Star track lighting & Modern Fan Co. ceiling fan Walk-in closet * *HISTORIC FEATURES (vary by unit) Exposed steam beams & brick walls Vaulted ceilings Polished concrete or maple hardwood floors Large custom aluminum windows with historic profiles BUILDING & COMMUNITY ButterflyMX smart video entry from your smartphone 1st & 2nd floor resident lounges Fitness room & theater access at Lofts at West Station (one block away) 24-hour emergency maintenance Downtown property management *Features vary by unit — ask for details. Pet Policy: • $150 Refundable pet deposit • $150 One-time pet fee for each dog or $75 per cat. • $25 monthly pet rent. • Larger dog breeds will be considered. • Must show documentation that male cats have been neutered

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Amenities for Sunlight Bakery Lofts

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Cats OKDogs OK
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Water, Sewer & Trash
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Applicants

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One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

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About Sunlight Bakery Lofts

HomeApartments in RoanokeWest End Sunlight Bakery Lofts

Sunlight Bakery Lofts — 501 Salem Ave. SW, Downtown Roanoke Born from Roanoke's 1928 Sunlight Bakery, these one-of-a-kind loft apartments blend authentic industrial character with modern living. Original exposed beams, brick walls, vaulted ceilings, and hardwood floors meet custom finishes and cutting-edge technology — all in the heart of downtown. IN EVERY UNIT All utilities included (electric, water, sewer & trash) 1 Gbps dedicated fiber internet + WiFi modem In-unit washer/dryer Custom kitchen: rift-cut white oak cabinets, white quartz counters, stainless appliances, matte black pulls Custom bathroom: walk-in tiled shower with glass door, white oak vanity, matte black fixtures, white quartz top Smart WiFi lock entry Energy Star track lighting & Modern Fan Co. ceiling fan Walk-in closet * *HISTORIC FEATURES (vary by unit) Exposed steam beams & brick walls Vaulted ceilings Polished concrete or maple hardwood floors Large custom aluminum windows with historic profiles BUILDING & COMMUNITY ButterflyMX smart video entry from your smartphone 1st & 2nd floor resident lounges Fitness room & theater access at Lofts at West Station (one block away) 24-hour emergency maintenance Downtown property management *Features vary by unit — ask for details. Pet Policy: • $150 Refundable pet deposit • $150 One-time pet fee for each dog or $75 per cat. • $25 monthly pet rent. • Larger dog breeds will be considered. • Must show documentation that male cats have been neutered


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, Sunlight Bakery Lofts is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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 Sunlight Bakery Lofts
Price·9A 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.
Sunlight Bakery Lofts stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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, Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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.
Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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 Sunlight Bakery Lofts 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.

Sunlight Bakery Lofts is great for:

Social life

  • 130 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 26 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • 33 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Pet owners

  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • Pet deposit required
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • 5 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent

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 Sunlight Bakery Lofts compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 195 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in West End

1-bedroom apartments at Sunlight Bakery Lofts cost about 5% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West End.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
West End
Roanoke
A table of studio rental data trends in Roanoke
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$934
September 2024$817
October 2024$783
November 2024$697
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
A table of studio rental data trends in West End
MonthMedian Rent
April 2026$915
May 2026$919
June 2026$1,016
July 2026$990

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Sunlight Bakery Lofts

Wasena Elementary School

1125 sherwood ave sw

roanoke, VA, 24015

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Getting around Roanoke near 501 Salem Ave Sw

Walking

4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
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 501 Salem Ave Sw, Roanoke

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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