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Cheapest Available Balsam Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Balsam, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Crowell Square in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood priced from $1,025. Creekside at Asheville in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,199. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Balsam apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crowell Square2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,025
Creekside at AshevilleAshe 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,199
Vetra AshevilleThe Oak1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Balsam, NC and Nearby

As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Balsam area is the $1.36 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Balsam apartment is the CHARLESTON Model at Belle Meadow starting at $2,500 with a $1.56 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Artisan Living Mills RiverMagnolia3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Belle MeadowCHARLESTON4BR,3BA$1.56
The Townes at Fountain ParkCLEMENT3BR,2.5BA$1.45
White Oak Grove ApartmentsA4-2 Deluxe2BR,2BA$1.47
Birch Hill ApartmentsTHE MONARCH2BR,2BA$1.38
Vetra AshevilleThe Dogwood2BR,2BA$1.34
Creekside at AshevilleAsheville 2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.41
Creekside at ArdenArden 2A2BR,1BA$1.51
Westmont CommonsChalet1BR,1BA$1.57
4214 West ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.74

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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.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Balsam

What type of rentals are currently available in Balsam?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Balsam, NC with pricing that ranges from $625 to $4,132. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Balsam ranging from $850 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Balsam?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Balsam ranges from $850 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,565.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Balsam?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Balsam range from $750 to $3,106, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,495 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $625.

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

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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.