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property at 1351 N 6th St

$999

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

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1351 N 6th St

AlbemarleNC28001

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 716 Brown Ave

$1,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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716 Brown Ave

AlbemarleNC28001
property at 1420 Amhurst St

$1,200

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1420 Amhurst St

AlbemarleNC28001

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Albemarle, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Albemarle, NC

Pricing Updated: 01/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Albemarle, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Albemarle Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Albermarie$1,225$9451

Cheapest Available Albemarle Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Albemarle, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crestview Huntington in the Oak Crest neighborhood priced from $895. Wilson Street in the Oak Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albemarle apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crestview HuntingtonBirch1BR,1BA$895
Wilson Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albemarle, NC

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albemarle area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2x2 The Pisgah Model at The Bridges Of Cabarrus in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,469. The second greatest value Albemarle apartment is the 3BR/2.0BA Model at American Ave NE starting at $1,350 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Haddington Estates neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albemarle apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Bridges Of Cabarrus2x2 The Pisgah2BR,2BA$1.28
American Ave NE3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.17
Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability2BR,2BA$1.34
The Retreat at Concord Apartments2Bd 2Bth Renovated2BR,2BA$1.29
Washington Building2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Northway at WoodcrestRenovated3BR,1BA$1.35
Courtyard on Main2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Oak Ridge Duplexes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Chesney Woods Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Wilson Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Albemarle

What type of rentals are currently available in Albemarle?

There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Albemarle, NC with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,456. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albemarle ranging from $575 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Albemarle?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Albemarle ranges from $575 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,755.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Albemarle?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Albemarle range from $1,293 to $1,975, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,653.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.