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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bessemer City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bessemer City Studio Apartments | $1,649 | $942 | $3,002 |
Cheap Bessemer City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,339 | $895 | $5,034 |
Cheap Bessemer City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $984 | $5,010 |
Cheap Bessemer City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $854 | $5,591 |
Cheap Bessemer City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,165 | $1,495 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Bessemer City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bessemer City, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Central School Lofts in the Crowders View neighborhood priced from $702. Residences At Humboldt Lake in the Crowders View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bessemer City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Central School Lofts | 1 BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
Residences At Humboldt Lake | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Destination at Union | S1 | Studio,1BA | $942 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer City, NC
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bessemer City area is the $1.22 price per square foot Litchfield Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Bessemer City apartment is the 3 BR Townhome Model at The Reserve at Catawba Creek starting at $1,699 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the River View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bessemer City apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Affinity at Hudson | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
The Reserve at Catawba Creek | 3 BR Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Icon on The Greenway Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
Nu Hudson | 2 Bedroom W/ Patio View | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
The Arbors | The Arbors | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
Townhomes @ Humboldt Village | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
x - Cedar Ridge Apartments | New Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
The Belvedere Apartments | Two bedrooms One Bathroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
Oaks at Edgemont | 1bd/1ba-Largest Floor Plan in Gastonia-The Oaks... | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Central School Lofts | 1 BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Getting Around Bessemer City, NC
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
21 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bessemer City Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bessemer City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bessemer City Apartment is $702 at Central School Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bessemer City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bessemer City is starting from $1,070 at x - Cedar Ridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bessemer City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bessemer City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at x - Cedar Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,340.
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