
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Canton, NC from $800 (42 Rentals)
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98 Saints Pl

Woods Townhomes

Crowell Square

The Patton

Balsam Mountain Apartments

Creekside at Arden

Creekside at Asheville
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Reserve at Asheville

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Westmont Commons

Greymont Village Apartments

Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals

Hawthorne at Bear Creek
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Dilworth

Reflection Pointe NC

The Lofts at Reynolds Village

Reserve At McIntosh

The Aventine Asheville

Haven at Enka Lake

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Hominy at RiverBlue

Arden Pines Luxury Apartments
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Retreat at Arden Farms

The Avery

10 Newbridge Apartments

RADVIEW

Fox Run Apartments - 963

Dream Asheville Exchange

Ridge View Apartments

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The Hominy
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Hawthorne at Haywood

Groves at Waters Edge

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Artful Way

360 Hilliard Apartments

Maple Crest Apartments

104 Mississippi Ave

289 Morgan Branch Rd

16 Fortunate Dr
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310 Old County Home Rd

15 Misty Mountain Way
Canton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Canton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Studio Apartments | $1,545 | $1,120 | $1,755 |
| Canton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $895 | $2,842 |
| Canton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,880 | $995 | $4,308 |
| Canton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,145 | $1,195 | $3,180 |
| Canton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $2,050 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Canton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Canton, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Woods Townhomes in the Rock Springs neighborhood priced from $895. Crowell Square in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Canton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Crowell Square | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Creekside at Asheville | Ashe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums | Winter | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Creekside at Arden | Arden 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Dandelion | 1BR,1BA | $1,224 |
| Reserve at Asheville | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,229 |
| Greymont Village Apartments | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Hawthorne at Bear Creek | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canton, NC and Nearby
As of August 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Canton area is the $1.56 price per square foot CHARLESTON Model at Belle Meadow in the in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Canton apartment is the CLEMENT Model at The Townes at Fountain Park starting at $1,990 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Canton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Meadow | CHARLESTON | 4BR,3BA | $1.56 |
| The Townes at Fountain Park | CLEMENT | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A4-2 Deluxe | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Birch Hill Apartments | THE MONARCH | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The Aventine Asheville | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Woods Townhomes | 3 Bed 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Ridge View Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Westmont Commons | Chalet | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Lofts at Reynolds Village | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Greymont Village Apartments | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Canton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Canton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Canton is at Hominy at RiverBlue listed at $1,333.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Canton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Canton Apartment is $895 at Woods Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Canton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Canton is starting from $995 at Woods Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Canton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Canton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woods Townhomes and starts from $1,195.
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