
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buncombe County, NC from $300 (64 Rentals)
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360 Hilliard Apartments

Crowell Square

Woods Townhomes

Lakeshore Villas

Baird Cove Apartments

L & H Apartments

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9 Unaka Ave, Unit Upstairs

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Kensington Place

Beverly Road Apartments
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The Patton

Reserve at Biltmore Park

Parkway Crossing

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Westmont Commons

Creekside at Asheville

Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums

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68 Webb Cove Rd, Unit B

Venture at Lake Julian

The Aventine Asheville

Burton Hills
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Hawthorne at Bear Creek

The Villas at Avery Creek

Creekside at Arden

Ascent Apartment Homes

Hawthorne at Southside

Reserve at Asheville

Weirbridge Village

Ascot Point Village

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14 Lincoln Ave W, Unit A

Berrington Village
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Reflection Pointe NC

Creekside at Weaverville

Skyland Exchange Apartments

Dilworth

Palisades of Asheville

Reserve At McIntosh

River Ridge

40 Givens Gerber Park (Senior Living)

Woodbridge Apartments

Eagle Market Place
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The Griffin - Income Restricted

Compton Place Apartments - Senior Community

Woodridge Apartments

Ledgewood Village

Overlook Apartments

Glen Rock

Arden-Town Villas Apartments

River Glen Apartments

Spruce Hill Apartments

Miramonte Forest
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Buncombe County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buncombe County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buncombe County Studio Apartments | $1,588 | $800 | $2,339 |
| Buncombe County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $861 | $3,143 |
| Buncombe County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $995 | $4,308 |
| Buncombe County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $1,195 | $3,936 |
| Buncombe County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $2,050 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Buncombe County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buncombe County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 360 Hilliard Apartments in the South French Broad neighborhood priced from $823. Crowell Square in the Bent Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $861. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buncombe County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $823 |
| Crowell Square | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $861 |
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Baird Cove Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Woods Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Kensington Place | Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| 60 Flint St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Westmont Commons | Chalet | 1BR,1BA | $1,152 |
| Creekside at Asheville | Ashe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,176 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buncombe County, NC
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buncombe County area is the $1.28 price per square foot 113 Stone Dr Model at 113 Stone Dr, Unit stone dr 105 in the in the Goodson Cove neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Buncombe County apartment is the Rock Creek Model at Hawthorne at Weaverville starting at $1,735 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Little Flat Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buncombe County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 Stone Dr, Unit stone dr 105 | 113 Stone Dr | 3BR,3BA | $1.28 |
| Hawthorne at Weaverville | Rock Creek | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Haw Creek Mews Apartments and Townhomes | The Cheshire Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Looking Glass Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| 30 Robinson Cove Rd, Unit B | 30 Robinson Cove Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 17 Unaka Ave | 17 Unaka Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Goldelm at The Views | B2 The Biltmore | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Woods Townhomes | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Crowell Square | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buncombe County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buncombe County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buncombe County is at Kensington Place listed at $1,080.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buncombe County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buncombe County Apartment is $823 at 360 Hilliard Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buncombe County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buncombe County is starting from $995 at Woods Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Buncombe County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buncombe County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woods Townhomes and starts from $1,195.
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