Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $300 (14 Rentals)

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615 Biltmore Ave, Unit S3
$995
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Feb 27

615 Biltmore Ave, Unit S3

615 Biltmore AveAsheville, NC 28803
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Eagle Market Place
Studio to 3 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
Senior Living
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Glen Rock
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Rock

372 Depot StAsheville, NC 28801
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Miramonte Forest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte Forest

25 Howland RdAsheville, NC 28804
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Maple Crest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Crest Apartments

20 Lee Garden LnAsheville, NC 28801
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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 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

40 Gertrude Pl

40 Gertrude PlAsheville, NC 28801

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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 Woods Townhomes priced from $895. The Patton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Asheville apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
The PattonS2 Type AStudio,1BA$1,150
360 Hilliard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,172
Willow RidgeAsheville2BR,1BA$1,250
RADVIEWRiver & RailsStudio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC

As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.69 price per square foot A2-1 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the 76 Gertrude Pl Model at 76 Gertrude Pl, Unit Carriage House starting at $1,500 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Bartrams Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
White Oak Grove ApartmentsA2-12BR,2BA$1.69
76 Gertrude Pl, Unit Carriage House76 Gertrude Pl1BR,1BA$1.58
The DistrictA1E1BR,1BA$1.86
The Northside at Merrimon2 bed/1 bath flat2BR,1BA$1.82
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Willow RidgeAsheville2BR,1.5BA$1.56
Enclave Piney MountainA11BR,1BA$2.10
Skyloft ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.82
Beaucatcher FlatsA11BR,1BA$1.91
360 Hilliard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.85

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Downtown Asheville, Asheville, NC

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina, including Asheville. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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 The Patton listed at $1,150.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment is $895 at Woods Townhomes.

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 $995 at Woods Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woodberry Apartments and starts from $1,795.

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