Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillcrest Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $397 (38 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hillcrest area of Asheville.

property at 915 Haywood Rd

$900

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$900

Total Monthly Price
$900

1 Bedroom, 0.5 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

915 Haywood Rd, Unit # d

915 Haywood Rd
AshevilleNC28806

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

close
View Me
161 Edgewood Rd, Unit 2
$1,325
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$1,325

Total Monthly Price
$1,325
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

161 Edgewood Rd, Unit 2

161 Edgewood RdAsheville, NC 28804
Furnished
  • Smoke Free

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

close
View Me
Eagle Market Place
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eagle Market Place

21 Eagle StAsheville, NC 28801
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Woodridge Apartments
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Apartments

61 Bingham RdAsheville, NC 28806
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Overlook Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Overlook Apartments

127 Bartlett StAsheville, NC 28801
Senior Living
close
View Me
Glen Rock
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Rock

372 Depot StAsheville, NC 28801
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Miramonte Forest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Miramonte Forest

25 Howland RdAsheville, NC 28804
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Maple Crest Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Crest Apartments

20 Lee Garden LnAsheville, NC 28801
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Manor Inn
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Manor Inn

265 Charlotte StAsheville, NC 28801
  • Utilities Included

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

close
View Me
40 Gertrude Pl
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

40 Gertrude Pl

40 Gertrude PlAsheville, NC 28801
close
View Me
60 Flint St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

60 Flint St

60 Flint StAsheville, NC 28801
close
View Me
205 Hillside St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

205 Hillside St

205 Hillside StAsheville, NC 28801
close
View Me
295 E Chestnut St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

295 E Chestnut St

295 E Chestnut StAsheville, NC 28801

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

close
View Me
102 Furman Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

102 Furman Ave

102 Furman AveAsheville, NC 28801

Hillcrest, Asheville, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillcrest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillcrest area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Townhomes priced from $895. 60 Flint St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Hillcrest apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
60 Flint St0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$950
Grove Park Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$1,100
295 E Chestnut St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,250
Retreat At Hunt HillNantahala-S1Studio,1BA$1,335
RADVIEWRiver & RailsStudio,1BA$1,365
The AveryThe HaywoodStudio,1BA$1,370

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillcrest, NC

As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillcrest area is the $1.63 price per square foot Roan Model at Haywood Village in the in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Hillcrest apartment is the 3 Bed 1 Bath Model at Woods Townhomes starting at $1,195 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Rock Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillcrest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Haywood VillageRoan2BR,1BA$1.63
Woods Townhomes3 Bed 1 Bath3BR,1BA$1.16
Woodberry2 x 22BR,2BA$1.91
The Northside at Merrimon2 bed/1 bath flat2BR,1BA$1.77
The WyreThe Warren1BR,1BA$2.18
Skyloft ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.84
River Mill LoftsA1 - Skyloft1BR,1BA$1.85
Beaucatcher FlatsA11BR,1BA$2.20
161 Edgewood Rd, Unit 2161 Edgewood Rd1BR,1BA$2.04
14 Lincoln Ave W, Unit A14 Lincoln Ave W1BR,1BA$2.08

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, 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 easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillcrest Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillcrest is under $1,370.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillcrest?

The cheapest apartment in Hillcrest is Woods Townhomes which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Hillcrest costs $1,735.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillcrest?

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 33 regular apartments in Hillcrest 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 Hillcrest?

Cheap apartments in Hillcrest have an average cost of $579 which is $1,156 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillcrest.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals   article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags   article

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

decorative image for First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently article

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.