
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Banner Elk, NC from $700 (36 Rentals)
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Watauga Square

197 Old US Highway 321

River View Townhomes

Sterling Hills Apartments

Presswood Court

Axis on Roan

Charleston Square Townhomes

Universal at Mockingbird Lane
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Beaver Hollow Apartments

101 Park Place Ave

Summer Chase Apartments

Blue Ridge Apartments

Buccaneer Court

The Emerson Apartments

301 Pinnacle Inn Rd

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

The Henry on Main
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Studio West Apartments

Park Place Apartments

Woodbridge Apartments

Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Morganton Trading Company

Forest View Apartments

Plaza View Luxury Condominiums

200-206 S Boone St

123 Darby Ct
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Willa Mountain Apartments

1387 Sugar Mountain 2 Rd

1507 Linden St

413 Grandpas Farm Rd

Paxton Place

1411 St Louis St

237 Majestic Vine Ln

3497 Deerbrook Rd

Bost Road Apartments
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Banner Elk, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Banner Elk?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Elk Studio Apartments | $1,449 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Banner Elk 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $825 | $2,100 |
| Banner Elk 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $835 | $3,000 |
| Banner Elk 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $918 | $3,150 |
| Banner Elk 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,097 | $700 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Banner Elk Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Banner Elk, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at Forrest Edge priced from $750. New River Farms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Banner Elk apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Edge | Forrest Edge Townhomes! - Roommate Matching Bed... | 4BR,4BA | $750 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - Roommate Matching Bedroom in ... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Sterling Hills Apartments | Garden_First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Boone Student Living | GC-D1 | 4BR,4BA | $925 |
| Charleston Square Townhomes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| River View Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Banner Elk, NC and Nearby
As of March 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Banner Elk area is the $0.63 price per square foot Trapper's Keep 1 Model at Trapper's Keep 1 in the starting from $875. The second greatest value Banner Elk apartment is the C1 Lodge Model at Highpointe starting at $1,095 with a $0.81 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Banner Elk apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trapper's Keep 1 | Trapper's Keep 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Student Quarters Johnson City | Student Housing | 4x4 Super Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.56 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| Boone Student Living | CV-C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| River View Townhomes | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - Roommate Matching Bedroom in ... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Beaver Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom S60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Banner Elk Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Banner Elk?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Banner Elk is at 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Banner Elk Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Banner Elk Apartment is $817 at Watauga Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Banner Elk Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Banner Elk is starting from $999 at River View Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Banner Elk Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Banner Elk Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Boone Student Living and starts from $925.
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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.