The Aurora is located in the Downtown Arts District of Roanoke, VA, and offers spacious apartments and versatile commercial studios. As a historic renovation, the Aurora is designed to foster a center for creatives, makers, and urban dwellers by... providing flexible living spaces featuring natural light, open-format living, and proximity to downtown Roanoke’s urban center. In addition, the apartments feature amenities, including stainless kitchen appliances, in-unit laundry, modern design finishes, and Ikea kitchens.

Overall, the building features 28 Apartments, 9 Artist Studios (including a performance arts studio, classroom space, common arts area, and gallery/exhibition space), a rooftop deck/Lounge, a dramatic 75-foot skylight that illuminates the interior three-story open atrium, and 2 Street-Level Commercial Spaces. 

Residents enjoy easy walks to Roanoke’s Historic Farmer’s Market, City Market Building, Natural Foods Co-Op, Elmwood Park, Public Library, Museums, Shops, and Dining. They also have various fitness options, including Ferguson Fitness and YMCA. The building has close access to the Roanoke Valley Greenways and is less than a block from the Smart Bus, which connects daily to Blacksburg and Lynchburg.

Apartment Amenities:
-Environmentally friendly Marmoleum flooring.
-GREENGUARD certified Hanex solid surface kitchen counters.
-Central heat/air.
-Stainless steel appliances.
-Washer/dryer in each apartment.
-Ceiling fans in the living room and bedrooms.
-High ceilings.
-Individually controlled heat pump.
-Ikea Kitchens.

Community Amenities:
-Secure building access.
-Storage rooms available.
-Community Recycling Program.
-Non-smoking environment.
-Walking distance to the YMCA and Ferguson Fitness.
-Garage Parking is available 1/2 block from our location.

Water, Trash, Sewer, and High Speed Internet are $75 per month. The tenant pays electricity directly to AEP. Pets incur a $200 move-in fee and a monthly fee. A deposit—equal to one month's rent, up to two months’ rent—is due at signing. The lease requires a one-year commitment. Respond by email or call Garland Properties during business hours. Please include your name and phone number in the message. Garage parking is available through Roanoke’s downtown residential parking program.

Tours are available by appointment.

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