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$835 - $1,1071 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Maple Crest Apartments
20 Lee Garden LnAsheville, NC 28801
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $300 (12 Rentals)
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Woods Townhomes
165 Coleman AveAsheville, NC 28801
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Downtown Asheville, Asheville, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Asheville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Asheville Studio Apartments | $1,549 | $1,325 | $1,950 |
| Downtown Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $835 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,206 | $895 | $4,935 |
| Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $995 | $4,281 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Asheville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Asheville area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Crest Apartments priced from $835. Woods Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Downtown Asheville apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| RADVIEW | River & Rails | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Beaucatcher Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC
As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.92 price per square foot B5 Model at Beaucatcher Flats in the in the Kenilworth neighborhood starting from $2,071. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the A2-1 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the Rock Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beaucatcher Flats | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Woods Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| The District | A1C | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Enclave Piney Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Asheville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Asheville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Asheville is under $1,409.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Asheville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Asheville is Maple Crest Apartments which is listed at $835, while the average apartment in Downtown Asheville costs $2,642.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Asheville?
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 60 regular apartments in Downtown Asheville 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 Downtown Asheville?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Asheville have an average cost of $720 which is $1,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Asheville.
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Written by: Justin Habersaat
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!