Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, NC from $400 (40 Rentals)

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Revere at Mooresville
$1,109 - $1,930
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Revere at Mooresville

157 Hathaway LnMooresville, NC 28117
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Avana Landing
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$1,209 - $4,286
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Avana Landing

175 Carriage Club DrMooresville, NC 28117
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Bluebird Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bluebird Commons

110 Stockton StStatesville, NC 28677
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North Main Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

North Main Village

1042 N Main StMooresville, NC 28115
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Cleveland, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cleveland Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cleveland, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ Community in the Autumn Grove neighborhood priced from $446. The Retreat at Statesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $515. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cleveland apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$446
The Retreat at Statesville1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$515
Lakewood I and II Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$770
Summer Pointe Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$775
Bluebird CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$775
530 Park Ave1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Fleming Heights Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Signal Hill Apartments and TownhomesStudio- Standard- Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$950
Mallard Creek ApartmentsMove In Special!!!2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, NC and Nearby

As of August 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland area is the $1.22 price per square foot The Rowan - w/ Patio Model at The Grand on Julian in the in the Davidson neighborhood starting from $1,745. The second greatest value Cleveland apartment is the 3 BR Townhome Model at Piedmont Pointe starting at $1,571 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Autumn Grove neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Grand on JulianThe Rowan - w/ Patio3BR,2BA$1.22
Piedmont Pointe3 BR Townhome3BR,2BA$1.20
Nu Salisbury SouthTwo Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.11
Laurel Pointe2A2BR,2BA$1.03
306 N Jackson Street2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.29
Mooresville StationSycamore2BR,2BA$1.29
300 Academy St, Unit 22300 Academy St2BR,1BA$1.27
The Retreat at Statesville1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.74
Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ CommunityOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.65
Bluebird CommonsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cleveland Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cleveland?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cleveland is at Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes listed at $770.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cleveland Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cleveland Apartment is $446 at Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cleveland Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cleveland is starting from $499 at Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ Community.

What is the most affordable Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cleveland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Laurel Pointe and starts from $1,204.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.