Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Arts District Asheville, NC from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Maple Crest Apartments

11 Ora St, Unit 11 ora cohouse

9 Unaka Ave, Unit Upstairs

Reed Creek Greenway Apartments

147 E Chestnut St, Unit 10
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River Arts District, Asheville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Arts District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,523 | $1,050 | $1,950 |
| River Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $795 | $4,000 |
| River Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $895 | $4,800 |
| River Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,232 | $995 | $3,715 |
| River Arts District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $2,051 | $2,051 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Arts District Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available River Arts District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Arts District area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Townhomes priced from $795. Maple Crest Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable River Arts District apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Reed Creek Greenway Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| RADVIEW | River & Rails | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Daisy | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Arts District, NC
As of November 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Arts District area is the $1.43 price per square foot 127 Flint St Model at 127 Flint St, Unit B in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value River Arts District apartment is the A2-2 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments starting at $1,670 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Arts District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 127 Flint St, Unit B | 127 Flint St | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 35 Panola St, Unit 2 | 35 Panola St | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Daisy | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Hawthorne at Bear Creek | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Arts District, Asheville, NC
Ranked #12
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the River Arts District Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Arts District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in River Arts District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in River Arts District is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in River Arts District?
The cheapest apartment in River Arts District is Woods Townhomes which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in River Arts District costs $2,224.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in River Arts District?
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 53 regular apartments in River Arts District 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 River Arts District?
Cheap apartments in River Arts District have an average cost of $231 which is $1,993 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in River Arts District.
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