Cheap Apartments for Rent in Asheville, NC from $300 (38 Rentals)

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Eagle Market Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Market Place

21 Eagle StAsheville, NC 28801
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Woodridge Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Apartments

61 Bingham RdAsheville, NC 28806
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Ledgewood Village
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ledgewood Village

15 Future DrAsheville, NC 28803
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Overlook Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook Apartments

127 Bartlett StAsheville, NC 28801
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Glen Rock
1 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Rock

372 Depot StAsheville, NC 28801
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Spruce Hill Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Spruce Hill Apartments

201 Spruce Hill CtAsheville, NC 28805
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Miramonte Forest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte Forest

25 Howland RdAsheville, NC 28804
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Carmel Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Ridge

15 Carmel Ridge CirAsheville, NC 28806
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Manor Inn
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Manor Inn

265 Charlotte StAsheville, NC 28801
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40 Gertrude Pl
Studio Apartments

40 Gertrude Pl

40 Gertrude PlAsheville, NC 28801
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22-28 Wedgefield Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

22-28 Wedgefield Dr

22-28 Wedgefield DrAsheville, NC 28806
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27 Poplar Ln

WoodfinNC28804
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Woodbridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodbridge Apartments

222 Glenn Bridge RdArden, NC 28704
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Southwood Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Southwood Apartments

13 Christ School RdArden, NC 28704
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Asheville, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Asheville, NC

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Asheville, NC area range in price from $360 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $3,929. The three Asheville neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Parkway Forest at $1,350, Haw Creek at $1,350, and Pisgah View at $1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Asheville Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Parkway Forest$1,400$1,3501
Haw Creek$1,450$1,3501
Pisgah View$1,850$1,8503
Dover Charles Travis$2,100$1,09917
Beverly Hills$2,200$1,3502
North Asheville$2,250$1,2005
Bent Creek$2,297$1,25016
Cloister Condominiums$2,395$1,3504
Chi Asheville$2,440$1,19518
Ballentree$2,600$2,3003

Cheapest Available Asheville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Crest Apartments in the Rock Springs neighborhood priced from $835. Baird Cove Apartments in the Rock Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $945. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Asheville apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$835
Baird Cove ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$945
The AveryThe AstonStudio,1BA$1,098
Venture at Lake JulianGlenvilleStudio,1BA$1,098
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,195
Ascent Apartment HomesDaisy1BR,1BA$1,199
Creekside at AshevilleAshe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,226
Berrington VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,269

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Asheville, NC

As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Asheville area is the $1.50 price per square foot A4-2 Deluxe Model at White Oak Grove Apartments in the in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood starting from $1,966. The second greatest value Asheville apartment is the The Cumberland Townhouse Model at Haw Creek Mews Apartments and Townhomes starting at $1,602 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Chi Asheville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
White Oak Grove ApartmentsA4-2 Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.50
Haw Creek Mews Apartments and TownhomesThe Cumberland Townhouse2BR,2.5BA$1.36
Woods EdgeC2d - Dogwood2BR,2BA$1.39
Creekside at ArdenArden 2B2BR,2BA$1.47
Ridge View ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.45
68 Webb Cove Rd, Unit B68 Webb Cove Rd2BR,1BA$1.20
Parkway CrossingMitchell2BR,1BA$1.42
106 Coleman Ave, Unit 2106 Coleman Ave1BR,1BA$1.23
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.48
Maple Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27

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Asheville Overview

Asheville, North Carolina is a great little city in which to work, shop, dine and explore by car, bike or on foot. Asheville apartments are an ideal location from which to take advantage of new sights, sounds, tastes and experiences in arts, dining, music, history, outdoor living and award-winning craft beer consumption.

Why live in Asheville, NC?

When Good Morning America set out to find the “10 Most Beautiful Places in America” in 2011, Asheville landed on the top spot. The national morning show said the city was “rich with art, architecture and outstanding scenery.” That’s only one point of pride for a community that’s received media honors for years. WhileTopRetirements.com named it the most popular city for retiring to in 2014, the following year the Huffington Post included Asheville among its “20 U.S. Cities You Must Visit in Your 20s.” Yes, Asheville is truly timeless. Perhaps that’s one reason the Huffington Post (again) named it among its “9 Most Romantic Cities in the South” in 2015.

Asheville, NC
Population: 92,452

Ranked #354

in US Census Population by City

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Asheville, NC

Ranked #10

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Asheville, NC

Walk Score®

54 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

29 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Asheville Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Asheville?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Asheville is at The Avery listed at $1,098.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Asheville Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Asheville Apartment is $835 at Maple Crest Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Asheville Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Asheville is starting from $978 at Maple Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Crest Apartments and starts from $1,107.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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