
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Catawba, NC from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Flats at Statesville

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Mallard Creek Apartments

Midland Pointe at Lake Norman

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes

Hickory East

Landings & Villas of Hickory

NOVA Lake Norman
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Bell Lake Norman

Elevate Lake Norman

Palisades at Waters Edge

The Legends

Bell Mooresville West

The Estates

Revere at Sherrills Ford

Oakwood Apartments

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Avana Landing
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Evolve at Lake Norman

Hathaway at Lake Norman Apartments

Cypress Point

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The Parian Mooresville

Avalon Lake Norman

The Clusters

Preston Ridge

Marquis at Morrison Plantation

Tapestry Homes
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The Fields Conover

1107 N College Ave

1711 Younger Ave

709 S Davis Ave

823 Bristol Dr

829 Bristol Dr

2955 Beatty Rd

1784 Ashley St

3805 Yorkshire Pl
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421 West Ave W

134 Brandenburg Dr

162 Brandenburg Dr

3794 Yorkshire Pl

3220 Sutton Ln

213 Lineberger Rd

8139 Sheffield Dr.

8185 Sheffield Dr.

207 Big Tree Dr
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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 | $1,392 | $515 | $3,132 |
| Catawba 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $600 | $4,040 |
| Catawba 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,086 | $1,300 | $5,837 |
| Catawba 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,392 | $1,795 | $2,884 |
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Cheapest Available Catawba Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Catawba, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $515. Summer Pointe Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. 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 | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $515 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Midland Pointe at Lake Norman | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 - Low Income | 2BR,2BA | $1,063 |
| NOVA Lake Norman | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Bell Lake Norman | A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Elevate Lake Norman | Solace | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| The Legends | Eastwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,188 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Catawba, NC and Nearby
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Catawba area is the $1.19 price per square foot Plan 4 Model at Tricon Lake Norman in the in the Autumn Grove neighborhood starting from $2,769. The second greatest value Catawba apartment is the Litchfield Model at Montera at Sherrills Ford starting at $1,899 with a $1.19 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 4 | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Montera at Sherrills Ford | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.19 |
| Norman Ridge Townhomes | Newton | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Palisades at Waters Edge | The Harbor w/Balcony | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Estates | B2 2 Bedroom 2 Bath The Estates at Legends | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Midland Pointe at Lake Norman | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Revere at Sherrills Ford | One Bedroom Premier | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
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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 $515 at The Retreat at Statesville.
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 $1,285.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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