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Highlights

  • Classic architecture
  • Comfortable spaces

Location

523 Harrison Ave Nw, Roanoke, VA 24016, USA|Harrison
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Management

Elmington Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(540) 340-9815

Open 

Monday 8:00 am–5:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Harrison School receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.3 and excels with a price rating of 9, indicating a great balance of affordability and value. Its impressive amenities and location ratings of 9 highlight the property’s appeal with top-notch facilities and convenient access to cultural centers, restaurants, and public transport. Additionally, the property features classic architecture and comfortable spaces, enhancing its overall attractiveness for prospective renters.

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, Harrison School is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harrison School 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
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

One Bedroom One Bathroom1 bed1 bath300 sqft$966 /mo3 units available

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Amenities for Harrison School

Apartment Amenities

Air Conditioning

Building

Handicap AccessibleOnsite Laundry

Services

On-Site MaintenanceOn-Site Management
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About Harrison School

HomeApartments in RoanokeHarrison Harrison School

Harrison School offers a warm and welcoming home within a piece of Roanoke’s history. Located in a historic schoolhouse, these affordable apartments retain much of the building’s original character, from the classic architecture to the familiar hallways. With comfortable spaces that respect the school’s legacy, this community provides a unique opportunity to live within a place that has long been part of the neighborhood’s story.


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, Harrison School is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Harrison School 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 Harrison School
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.
Harrison School 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.
Harrison School goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including handicap accessible. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Harrison School 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.
Harrison School 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 Harrison School does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Harrison School 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.

Harrison School is great for:

Social life

  • 128 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 31 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 43 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 167 mixed-use spaces 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 Harrison School compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Harrison

1-bedroom apartments at Harrison School cost about 1% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Roanoke.

Median rents as of Oct 25 2025.
Roanoke
A table of studio rental data trends in Roanoke
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$750
December 2023$837
January 2024$888
February 2024$750
March 2024$810
April 2024$950
May 2024$950
June 2024$1,042
July 2024$1,077
August 2024$926
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

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$38,640/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $38,640 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $966.
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Schools near Harrison School

Lincoln Terrace Elementary School

1802 liberty rd nw

roanoke, VA, 24012

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Neighborhood

Harrison | Roanoke, VA

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Roanoke near 523 Harrison Ave Nw

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
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

4/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 523 Harrison Ave Nw, Roanoke

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Nightlife

2/10
Some bars within walking distance

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