Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Royal Pines Neighborhood of Arden, NC from $300 (25 Rentals)

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Woodbridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodbridge Apartments

222 Glenn Bridge RdArden, NC 28704
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River Glen Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

River Glen Apartments

1 River Glen DrArden, NC 28704
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Southwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southwood Apartments

13 Christ School RdArden, NC 28704
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Kensington Place
$1,080 - $1,790
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Kensington Place

200 Kensington PlAsheville, NC 28803
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30 Allen Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

30 Allen Ave

30 Allen AveAsheville, NC 28803
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Royal Pines, Arden, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Royal Pines Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Royal Pines area of Arden, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeshore Villas priced from $942. Hawthorne at Southside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,042. Here are the most affordable Royal Pines apartments for rent in Arden, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lakeshore VillasThe Cove1BR,1BA$942
Hawthorne at SouthsideTIMELESS StudioStudio,1BA$1,042
Kensington PlaceCatawba1BR,1BA$1,280
Palisades of AshevilleThe Drake with Sunroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Seasons at Cane CreekOne Bedroom Sunroom1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Pines, NC

As of May 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal Pines area is the $1.59 price per square foot Three Bedroom Patio Model at Seasons at Cane Creek in the in the Kashmir neighborhood starting from $2,075. The second greatest value Royal Pines apartment is the Mingo Model at Madison Long Shoals starting at $2,499 with a $2.03 price per square foot in the Kashmir neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Royal Pines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Seasons at Cane CreekThree Bedroom Patio3BR,2BA$1.59
Madison Long ShoalsMingo3BR,2BA$2.03
SouthRidge Apartments and TownhomesGraybeard Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.43
Burton HillsB32BR,2BA$1.82
Weirbridge VillageThe Laurel1BR,1BA$1.62
Avalon at Sweeten CreekThe Drake with Sunroom1BR,1BA$1.63
Palisades of AshevilleThe Drake with Patio1BR,1BA$1.66
Hawthorne at Mills GapAdorn1BR,1BA$1.86
Skyland Exchange Apartments1BR 1BA (711 SF)1BR,1BA$1.93
Lakeshore VillasThe Cove1BR,1BA$1.43

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across North Carolina including Royal Pines, Arden, and the greater Arden area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Royal Pines Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Royal Pines?

The cheapest apartment in Royal Pines is Lakeshore Villas which is listed at $942, while the average apartment in Royal Pines costs $1,928.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Royal Pines?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Royal Pines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Royal Pines?

Cheap apartments in Royal Pines have an average cost of $229 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Royal Pines.

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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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