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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UNC Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $1,100 (16 Rentals)
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Ascent Apartment Homes
99 Ascension DrAsheville, NC 28806
330 Barnard Ave, Unit C - Upstairs 1 x 1
330 Barnard Ave
AshevilleNC28804
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from $1,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Retreat At Hunt Hill
32 Ardmion ParkAsheville, NC 28801
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from $1,3251 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Northside at Merrimon
576-600 Merrimon AveAsheville, NC 28804
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from $1,3951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Reflection Pointe
185 Reflection PointeAsheville, NC 28806
26 Gracelyn Rd
AshevilleNC28804
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Ridge View Apartments
130 N Ridge DrAsheville, NC 28804
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from $1,525Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Avery Asheville
363 Hilliard AveAsheville, NC 28801
2 Westall Ave
AshevilleNC28804
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The Wyre
146 Roberts StAsheville, NC 28801
130 Edwin Pl
AshevilleNC28801
65 King St
AshevilleNC28804
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UNC Asheville, Asheville, NC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UNC Asheville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Asheville Studio Apartments | $1,531 | $1,300 | $2,060 |
| UNC Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,195 | $4,400 |
| UNC Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $1,295 | $3,234 |
| UNC Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,299 | $1,395 | $5,305 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the UNC Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available UNC Asheville Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the UNC Asheville area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Townhomes priced from $1,195. Ascent Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here are the most affordable UNC Asheville apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Dandelion | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| 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 | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UNC Asheville, NC
As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the UNC Asheville area is the $1.65 price per square foot Forget-Me-Not Model at Ascent Apartment Homes in the in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood starting from $2,149. The second greatest value UNC Asheville apartment is the B2 Model at Ridge View Apartments starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Rock Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UNC Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Forget-Me-Not | 3BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Ridge View Apartments | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| 17 1/2 Oaklawn Avenue, Unit 17.5 Oaklawn Ave Cottage | 17 1/2 Oaklawn Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath townhome | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| The Wyre | The Robinson | 1BR,1BA | $3.04 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Reflection Pointe | YORK WITH BALCONY | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
| The Avery Asheville | S1- m1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
| The Patton | S1 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
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Getting Around the UNC Asheville Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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- 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 UNC Asheville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in UNC Asheville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in UNC Asheville is under $1,647.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in UNC Asheville?
The cheapest apartment in UNC Asheville is Woods Townhomes which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in UNC Asheville costs $2,169.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in UNC 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 38 regular apartments in UNC 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 UNC Asheville?
Cheap apartments in UNC Asheville have an average cost of $277 which is $1,892 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in UNC Asheville.
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