
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Royal Pines Neighborhood of Arden, NC from $300 (26 Rentals)
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Avalon at Sweeten Creek

Madison Long Shoals

Burton Hills

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River Glen Apartments

Southwood Apartments

104 Glenn Bridge Rd

SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes

110 Heywood Rd

Weirbridge Village
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Kensington Place

Hawthorne at Southside

Mountain View

Palisades of Asheville

Seasons at Cane Creek

Skyland Exchange Apartments
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Hawthorne at Mills Gap

48 Ravencroft Ln

40 Givens Gerber Park (Senior Living)

30 Allen Ave

5 Rathfarnham Rd

11 Rathfarnham Rd
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604 Carlyle Way

6 Azalea 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 | $1,273 | $1,046 | $1,486 |
| Royal Pines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,451 | $1,279 | $1,780 |
| Royal Pines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $1,383 | $2,928 |
| Royal Pines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $1,666 | $2,730 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 26 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 Studio unit found at Kensington Place priced from $1,080. Mountain View has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,279. Here are the most affordable Royal Pines apartments for rent in Arden, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Place | Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| Mountain View | Mitchell | 1BR,1BA | $1,279 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Drake with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,345 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 1BR 1BA (822 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,360 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Beech | 2BR,1BA | $1,383 |
| Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Avail | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Madison Long Shoals | Mill Shoals | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1,445 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Royal Pines, NC
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Royal Pines area is the $1.49 price per square foot The Mallard with Sunroom Model at Avalon at Sweeten Creek in the in the Kashmir neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value Royal Pines apartment is the Clingmans Garden Model at SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,590 with a $1.47 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon at Sweeten Creek | The Mallard with Sunroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Clingmans Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Grove | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| 104 Edgewood Ct, Unit Studio Apartment | 104 Edgewood Ct | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 1BR 1BA (788 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Drake with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Mountain View | Mitchell | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Adorn | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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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 a cheap apartment in Royal Pines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Royal Pines is under $1,445.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Royal Pines?
The cheapest apartment in Royal Pines is Mountain View which is listed at $1,279, 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 12 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 $169 which is $1,756 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Royal Pines.
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