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20 Lee Garden LnAsheville, 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 | $1,561 | $1,150 | $2,249 |
| Downtown Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $835 | $4,400 |
| Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,207 | $978 | $4,566 |
| Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,483 | $1,107 | $5,305 |
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There are currently 11 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 $1,195. 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 | $1,195 |
| Enclave Piney Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,379 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC
As of May 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.59 price per square foot B2E Model at The District in the in the Arbor Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the A2-2 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments starting at $1,814 with a $1.66 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The District | B2E | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
| The Harrison | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Skyloft Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Beaucatcher Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 147 E Chestnut St, Unit 02 | 147 E Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Asheville, Asheville, NC
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Getting Around the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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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 $1,500.
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 $2,340.
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 41 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 $258 which is $2,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Asheville.
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