Cheap Apartments for Rent in Balsam, NC from $500 (10 Rentals)
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Reserve at Asheville

23 Crider Cir

2468 US-441

333 Evans Rd

64 Fern Gully Dr

1364 Herron Branch Rd

141 Morgan St

30 Crystal Ln
Balsam, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Balsam?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Balsam Studio Apartments | $1,285 | $970 | $1,530 |
Balsam 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $1,100 | $2,750 |
Balsam 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $790 | $3,870 |
Balsam 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,109 | $735 | $4,031 |
Balsam 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,542 | $625 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Balsam Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Balsam, NC is a Studio unit found at The Maples of Cullowhee priced from $970. Reserve at Asheville in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Balsam apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Maples of Cullowhee | Studio | Studio,1BA | $970 |
Reserve at Asheville | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
Vetra Asheville | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balsam, NC and Nearby
As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Balsam area is the $1.29 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Balsam apartment is the Piedmont - Renovated Model at Westmont Commons starting at $1,785 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Balsam apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Artisan Living Mills River | Magnolia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Westmont Commons | Piedmont - Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Haven at Enka Lake | The Fairfield w/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
Retreat at Arden Farms | A2 & A4 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Greymont Village Apartments | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums | Spring | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Dilworth Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
Vetra Asheville | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Reserve at Biltmore Park | Buncombe | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Balsam Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Balsam?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Balsam is at The Maples of Cullowhee listed at $970.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Balsam Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Balsam Apartment is $1,199 at Vetra Asheville.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Balsam Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Balsam is starting from $1,310 at Hawthorne at Bear Creek.
What is the most affordable Balsam Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Balsam Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ascent Apartment Homes and starts from $1,599.
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