
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Catawba, NC from $515 (34 Rentals)
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Flats at Statesville

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes

NOVA Lake Norman

Mallard Creek Apartments

Landings & Villas of Hickory

Oakwood Apartments
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Bell Lake Norman

Palisades at Waters Edge

Marquis at Morrison Plantation

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Revere at Sherrills Ford

The Legends

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Avana Landing

Bell Mooresville West

Elevate Lake Norman
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Hathaway at Lake Norman Apartments

Avalon Lake Norman

Evolve at Lake Norman

Cypress Point

Hickory East

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The Parian Mooresville

Midland Pointe at Lake Norman
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The Clusters

Bluebird Commons

The Fields Conover

1600 N Rankin Ave

116 Longbranch Rd

2112 N Stewart Ave

800 St James Church Rd

1711 Younger Ave
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3228 Sutton Ln

213 Lineberger 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 | $1,387 | $515 | $2,721 |
| Catawba 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $600 | $3,176 |
| Catawba 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,059 | $1,185 | $4,205 |
| Catawba 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,613 | $1,795 | $3,509 |
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Cheapest Available Catawba Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Catawba, NC is a Studio unit found at Summer Pointe Apartment Homes priced from $775. Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Catawba apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $775 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio, 1BA | $950 |
| NOVA Lake Norman | Studio | 1BR, 1BA | $970 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Move In Special!!! | 2BR, 1BA | $995 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Bell Lake Norman | A1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,153 |
| Marquis at Morrison Plantation | 1A | 1BR, 1BA | $1,196 |
| Revere at Sherrills Ford | One Bedroom Premier | 1BR, 1BA | $1,200 |
| Avana Landing | Ascot (759 SF) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,239 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Catawba, NC and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Catawba area is the $1.16 price per square foot Plan 3 Model at Tricon Lake Norman in the Autumn Grove neighborhood starting from $2,679. The second greatest value Catawba apartment is the Litchfield Model at Montera at Sherrills Ford starting at $1,677 with a $1.05 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 | $1.16 |
| Montera at Sherrills Ford | Litchfield | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.05 |
| Norman Ridge Townhomes | Newton | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Redwood Troutman | Haydenwood | 2BR, 2BA | $1.25 |
| Evermore | B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.52 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.28 |
| The Legends | Davis | 2BR, 1BA | $1.42 |
| Revere at Sherrills Ford | One Bedroom Premier | 1BR, 1BA | $1.31 |
| Hathaway at Lake Norman Apartments | 1 Bedroom Plus A | 1BR, 1BA | $1.54 |
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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 $970 at NOVA Lake Norman.
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 $995 at Mallard Creek Apartments.
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 $1,185.
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