
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cleveland County, NC from $400 (7 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cleveland County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland County Studio Apartments | $873 | $870 | $880 |
| Cleveland County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,101 | $895 | $1,415 |
| Cleveland County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,226 | $895 | $1,555 |
| Cleveland County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,367 | $774 | $1,925 |
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Cheapest Available Cleveland County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Residence at Humboldt Park Shelby's best 55+ Senior Living Community. in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood priced from $825. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residence at Humboldt Park Shelby's best 55+ Senior Living Community. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 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 June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland County area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Story Townhome Model at Northway at Windsor in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Cleveland County apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Northway at Sedgefield starting at $1,295 with a $1.24 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northway at Windsor | 2 Story Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Northway at Sedgefield | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| 864 Clemson | Farmhouse - Furnished | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.88 |
| SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Palisades at Hickory Creek | Silverbell | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | 1B Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Chamberlain Pines | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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 Residence at Humboldt Park Shelby's best 55+ Senior Living Community. which is listed at $825, while the average apartment in Cleveland County costs $1,285.
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 2 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 $119 which is $1,166 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cleveland County.
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