ROANOKE, Va. – Population growth drives a surge in apartment development across Roanoke, with downtown experiencing significant expansion through projects like The Bower, which opened its doors last year.
“We’ve got 27 new units this year, and they’re not just beautiful apartments — they also have outdoor spaces and retail below,” says Joya Garris, Director of Marketing & Communications for Downtown Roanoke Inc.
Despite the increase in housing inventory, rental costs continue to climb. According to Zillow data, Roanoke tenants now pay approximately $100 more per month compared to last year…