
Cheap Homes for Rent in Arden, NC from $1,200 (16 Rentals)
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20 Dawnwood Cir

31 Dawnwood Cir

41 Le-An-Hurst Rd

110 Heywood Rd, Unit 19d
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201 Southway Garden Rd

110 Heywood Rd

2604 Hendersonville Rd

17 Tylers Cookie Ln

11 Gotham Dr
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53 Cushion Pl

105 Olde Covington Way

19 Ducker Rd

44 Baker Rd

104 Olde Covington Way
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9 Willoughby Run Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Arden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,565 | $1,249 | $2,195 |
| Arden 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,441 | $1,395 | $4,500 |
| Arden 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,128 | $2,200 | $4,300 |
| Arden 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Arden 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,995 | $4,995 | $4,995 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Arden, NC
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Arden, NC area range in price from $942 to $3,201 with an overall median price of $2,200. The three Arden neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are King Heights at $942, Royal Pines at $942, and Southridge at $942. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Arden Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| King Heights | $1,925 | $942 | 91 |
| Royal Pines | $1,925 | $942 | 110 |
| Southridge | $1,960 | $942 | 167 |
| Waightstill Mountain | $2,107 | $942 | 433 |
| Arbor Woods | $2,138 | $942 | 338 |
| Lake Julian | $2,150 | $942 | 382 |
| Avery Creek | $2,175 | $1,199 | 355 |
| Lake Julian Trails | $2,175 | $942 | 347 |
| Cliffs at Walnut Cove | $2,250 | $1,199 | 179 |
| Walnut Cove | $2,250 | $1,199 | 179 |
Cheapest Available Arden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Arden, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeshore Villas in the Kashmir neighborhood priced from $942. Kensington Place in the King Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Arden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Kensington Place | Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
| Venture at Lake Julian | Glenville | Studio,1BA | $1,213 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arden, NC
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arden area is the $1.30 price per square foot B2 Model at Burton Hills in the in the Kashmir neighborhood starting from $1,911. The second greatest value Arden apartment is the Wintergreen Model at Madison Long Shoals starting at $1,899 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Kashmir neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Madison Long Shoals | Wintergreen | 3BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Vetra Asheville | The Magnolia | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Mountain View | Chestoa | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Looking Glass Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Bliss | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Goldelm at The Views | B2 The Biltmore | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Brant with Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Arden Pines Luxury Apartments | The A | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Arden
What type of rentals are currently available in Arden?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Arden, NC with pricing that ranges from $942 to $3,085. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Arden ranging from $1,249 to $4,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Arden?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Arden ranges from $1,249 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,905.
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