
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cleveland County, NC from $400 (8 Rentals)
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Cleveland County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cleveland County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland County Studio Apartments | $935 | $870 | $1,055 |
| Cleveland County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,093 | $850 | $1,435 |
| Cleveland County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $844 | $1,595 |
| Cleveland County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $714 | $1,945 |
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Cheapest Available Cleveland County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland County, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at 864 Clemson in the Downtown Clemson neighborhood priced from $749. Chamberlain Pines in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cleveland County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 864 Clemson | Farmhouse 3 | 3BR,3BA | $749 |
| Chamberlain Pines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Marion Ridge | Willow Oak | Studio,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland County, NC
As of March 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland County area is the $1.20 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at SH308-Townhomes at Humboldt Mills (HML-WELLS) in the starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Cleveland County apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) starting at $995 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| SH308-Townhomes at Humboldt Mills (HML-WELLS) | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 864 Clemson | Farmhouse - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.82 |
| 603 S Washington St, Unit Apt 5 | 603 S Washington St | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Northway at Sedgefield | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Chamberlain Pines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cleveland County?
The cheapest apartment in Cleveland County is Chamberlain Pines which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Cleveland County costs $1,367.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cleveland County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Cleveland County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cleveland County?
Cheap apartments in Cleveland County have an average cost of $268 which is $1,099 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cleveland County.
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