
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Royal Pines Neighborhood of Arden, NC from $300 (27 Rentals)
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110 Heywood Rd, Unit 19d

Burton Hills

Avalon at Sweeten Creek

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Southwood Apartments

112 Glenn Bridge Rd

110 Heywood Rd

2604 Hendersonville Rd
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19 Ducker Rd

105 Olde Covington Way

104 Olde Covington Way

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Kensington Place

Hawthorne at Southside

Skyland Exchange Apartments
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Palisades of Asheville

Mountain View

Weirbridge Village

Seasons at Cane Creek

Madison Long Shoals

Hawthorne at Mills Gap
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40 Givens Gerber Park (Senior Living)

30 Allen Ave

201 Southway Garden Rd
Royal Pines, Arden, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Royal Pines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Pines Studio Apartments | $1,342 | $1,200 | $1,470 |
| Royal Pines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $942 | $1,771 |
| Royal Pines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $1,127 | $3,185 |
| Royal Pines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,309 | $2,585 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Royal Pines Neighborhood of Arden, NC.
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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. Kensington Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here are the most affordable Royal Pines apartments for rent in Arden, NC:
| 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 | $1,183 |
| Mountain View | Mitchell | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Dogwood | Studio,1BA | $1,356 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 1BR 1BA (737 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| Avalon at Sweeten Creek | The Drake with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Brant with Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1,495 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Looking Glass Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1,665 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Pines, NC
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal Pines 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 Royal Pines apartment is the Mingo Model at Madison Long Shoals starting at $1,999 with a $1.63 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burton Hills | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Madison Long Shoals | Mingo | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Looking Glass Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Bliss | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Brant with Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Avalon at Sweeten Creek | The Drake with Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Mountain View | Mitchell | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 1BR 1BA (737 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $1,925.
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 25 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 $300 which is $1,625 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Royal Pines.
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