
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $300 (39 Rentals)
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11 Ora St, Unit 11 ora cohouse, Unit 11 ora cohouse

The Patton

360 Hilliard Apartments

The District

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43 Caledonia Rd, Unit 6, Unit 6

RADVIEW

Woodberry

Willow Ridge
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247 Riverview Dr, Unit 247, Unit 247

Skyloft Apartments

Retreat At Hunt Hill

The Duke

The Avery

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147 E Chestnut St, Unit 4, Unit 4

Eagle Market Place

The Griffin - Income Restricted

Woodridge Apartments
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Ledgewood Village

Overlook Apartments

Glen Rock

Miramonte Forest

65 Old Haw Creek Apartments

Maple Crest Apartments

2 Richmond Hill Dr

Manor Inn

37 Simpson St
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188 Edgewood Rd

30 Edgemont Rd

130 Edwin Pl

444 Haywood Rd

29 Parkman Pl

102 Furman Ave

Grove Park Apartments

River Mill Lofts & Skyloft
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61 Cumberland Cir

The Northside at Merrimon

Kenilworth Inn Apartments
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 | $1,683 | $1,120 | $2,339 |
| Downtown Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,701 | $895 | $3,057 |
| Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $995 | $4,200 |
| Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,659 | $1,195 | $3,810 |
| Downtown Asheville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,200 | $4,200 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 39 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 360 Hilliard Apartments priced from $1,172. Enclave Piney Mountain has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,312. Here are the most affordable Downtown Asheville apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| Enclave Piney Mountain | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,312 |
| RADVIEW | River & Rails | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,401 |
| Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,435 |
| Woodberry | 1 x 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Duke | The Page | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
| The Avery | The Aston | Studio,1BA | $1,485 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.93 price per square foot B7 Model at Beaucatcher Flats in the in the Kenilworth neighborhood starting from $2,327. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the B1 Model at The Patton starting at $2,025 with a $1.75 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 | B7 | 2BR,2BA | $1.93 |
| The Patton | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The District | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Woodberry | 1 x 1 B | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Reed Creek Greenway Apartments | 1 Bed-Greenway | 1BR,1BA | $2.39 |
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 43 Caledonia Rd, Unit 6 | 43 Caledonia Rd | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Asheville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Asheville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Asheville is at Enclave Piney Mountain listed at $1,312.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment is $1,172 at 360 Hilliard Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Asheville is starting from $1,400 at Willow Ridge.
What is the most affordable Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The District and starts from $2,885.
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