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

Burton Hills

110 Heywood Rd, Unit 16C, Unit 16C

Woodbridge Apartments

Arden-Town Villas Apartments
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River Glen Apartments

Southwood Apartments

112 Glenn Bridge Rd

703 Olde Covington Way

SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes

Hawthorne at Southside
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Kensington Place

Seasons at Cane Creek

Palisades of Asheville

Skyland Exchange Apartments

Weirbridge Village

Mountain View
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Hawthorne at Mills Gap

Madison Long Shoals

40 Givens Gerber Park (Senior Living)

30 Allen Ave

201 Southway Garden Rd

604 Carlyle Way
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13 Rosscraggon Dr
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 | $1,364 | $1,042 | $1,704 |
| Royal Pines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,391 | $942 | $1,775 |
| Royal Pines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,665 | $1,127 | $2,791 |
| Royal Pines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $1,309 | $2,505 |
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There are currently 25 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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,042 |
| Kensington Place | Catawba | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Drake with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Sunroom | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seasons at Cane Creek | Three Bedroom Patio | 3BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Madison Long Shoals | Mingo | 3BR,2BA | $2.03 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Graybeard Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Burton Hills | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Laurel | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Avalon at Sweeten Creek | The Drake with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Drake with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Hawthorne at Mills Gap | Adorn | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 1BR 1BA (711 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 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 $1,928.
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.
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