
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Canton, NC from $800 (45 Rentals)
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Crowell Square

Reserve at Asheville

360 Hilliard Apartments

Balsam Mountain Apartments

The Aventine Asheville

Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums

Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals

The Patton
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The Avery

Dream Asheville Exchange

10 Newbridge Apartments

The Lofts at Reynolds Village

Reflection Pointe NC

RADVIEW

Hawthorne at Haywood

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Westmont Commons

Haven at Enka Lake
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Groves at Waters Edge

Birch Hill Apartments

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Ridge View Apartments

Palisades at Plott Creek

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The Hominy

Mountain Creek

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Hominy at RiverBlue

Hawthorne at Holbrook
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16 Fortunate Dr

62 Bennett Rd

1595 Soco Rd

110 Felmet St
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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 | $1,664 | $1,220 | $1,950 |
| Canton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $895 | $2,986 |
| Canton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $995 | $3,907 |
| Canton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $1,095 | $3,472 |
| Canton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,597 | $2,250 | $2,850 |
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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 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $952. 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 | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $952 |
| Reserve at Asheville | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| 360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,172 |
| The Aventine Asheville | The Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,194 |
| Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums | Winter | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Creekside at Asheville | Ashe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,226 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Arden | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom First Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,259 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Canton, NC and Nearby
As of May 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Canton area is the $1.50 price per square foot CLEMENT Model at The Townes at Fountain Park in the in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood starting from $2,065. The second greatest value Canton apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at The Lofts at Reynolds Village starting at $2,100 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Rock Springs 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townes at Fountain Park | CLEMENT | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| The Lofts at Reynolds Village | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Creekside at Arden | Arden 2C | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Ridge View Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Jasmine | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Greymont Village Apartments | Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Arden | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Crowell Square | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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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 The Avery listed at $1,325.
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 Hawthorne at Bear Creek and starts from $1,479.
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