
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, NC from $400 (40 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Statesville

Flats at Statesville

Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Alexander Station Apartment Homes

Mallard Creek Apartments

Mooresville Station
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Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes

306 N Jackson Street

Laurel Pointe

Phillips Landing Apartment Homes

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Avana Landing

Nu Salisbury South

Talbert Woods Apartments and Townhomes

Forest Village
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Revere at Mooresville

Elevate Lake Norman

Courtyard on Main

Country Club

Crown Point at Sunset Drive - Salisbury

Rowan Woodland

Holly Leaf Apartments

The Grand on Julian
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Piedmont Pointe

Wiley School Apartments

Bluebird Commons

660 E Sharpe St

1387 Mt Ulla Hwy

1417 W Bank St

Salisbury Village at Castlewood

1389 Mt Ulla Hwy
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7305 NC-801

140 Barber Lyerly Rd

North Main Village

Washington Building

1860 Sells Rd

126 Marlo Loop

508 Eastside Dr

710 Maupin Ave
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Cleveland, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cleveland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Studio Apartments | $872 | $685 | $1,345 |
| Cleveland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $446 | $2,818 |
| Cleveland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,502 | $499 | $3,535 |
| Cleveland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,066 | $5,252 |
| Cleveland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $1,330 | $1,744 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $446 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $515 |
| Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Bluebird Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Alexander Station Apartment Homes | One Bedroom--Alexander Station 450 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Laurel Pointe | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Avana Landing | Ascot (759 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,094 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cleveland, NC and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cleveland area is the $1.31 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Courtyard on Main in the in the Davidson neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Cleveland apartment is the 2A Model at Laurel Pointe starting at $1,050 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Westwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cleveland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard on Main | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Laurel Pointe | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Phillips Landing Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Forest Village | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Mooresville Station | Sycamore | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Nu Salisbury South | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Cascade Garden Apartments 55+ Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| Bluebird Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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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 $685.
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
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.