
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Catawba, NC from $500 (34 Rentals)
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Flats at Statesville

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Mallard Creek Apartments

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes

NOVA Lake Norman

Hickory East

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The Legends

Elevate Lake Norman

Bell Mooresville West

Revere at Sherrills Ford

Oakwood Apartments

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Bell Lake Norman
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Hathaway at Lake Norman Apartments

Marquis at Morrison Plantation

Avalon Lake Norman

Midland Pointe at Lake Norman

Landings & Villas of Hickory

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The Parian Mooresville

Evolve at Lake Norman

The Clusters
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Tapestry Homes

The Fields Conover

Bluebird Commons

519 E J St

206 W 15th St

1543 Bristol Dr
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823 Bristol Dr

131 Is Ter Rd
Catawba, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Catawba?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catawba Studio Apartments | $937 | $775 | $1,050 |
| Catawba 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,393 | $515 | $3,247 |
| Catawba 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $600 | $3,582 |
| Catawba 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,076 | $1,300 | $5,949 |
| Catawba 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $1,795 | $3,470 |
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Cheapest Available Catawba Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Catawba, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $600. Flats at Statesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Catawba apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Statesville | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $600 |
| Flats at Statesville | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Bluebird Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Palisades at Waters Edge | The Isle w/Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| The Legends | Eastwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,167 |
| Elevate Lake Norman | Solace | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| NOVA Lake Norman | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Catawba, NC and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Catawba area is the $1.15 price per square foot Plan 3 Model at Tricon Lake Norman in the in the Autumn Grove neighborhood starting from $2,649. The second greatest value Catawba apartment is the Litchfield Model at Montera at Sherrills Ford starting at $1,934 with a $1.21 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Catawba apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tricon Lake Norman | Plan 3 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.15 |
| Montera at Sherrills Ford | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| Revere at Sherrills Ford | Three Bedroom Premier Grand | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Norman Ridge Townhomes | Newton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Flats at Statesville | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| NOVA Lake Norman | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom - Renovated - W/D Hookups | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Bluebird Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Catawba Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Catawba?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Catawba is at Summer Pointe Apartment Homes listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Catawba Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Catawba Apartment is $775 at Bluebird Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Catawba Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Catawba is starting from $600 at The Retreat at Statesville.
What is the most affordable Catawba Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Catawba Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at NOVA Lake Norman and starts from $1,260.
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