
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cullowhee, NC from $625 (33 Rentals)
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The Riverhouse of Cullowhee

Little Savannah

Campus Apartments West

157 Citadel Dr

180 Stadium View Dr

Campus Apartments East

Campus Apartments Riverside
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Hampton Pincushion Lane

109 Citadel Dr

Vista Ridge

Reserve at Asheville

Balsam Mountain Apartments

Creekside at Asheville

The Villas at Avery Creek

Retreat at Arden Farms
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Vetra Asheville

Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums

Hawthorne at Bear Creek

Creekside at Arden

Audubon Place

Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals

Dilworth

Ascent Apartment Homes
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Reflection Pointe NC

23 Griffin St

Greymont Village Apartments

The Aventine Asheville

Haven at Enka Lake

Hawthorne at Haywood

108 Loveland Vis

104 Mississippi Ave
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Cottages at 76
Cullowhee, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cullowhee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cullowhee Studio Apartments | $1,377 | $950 | $1,620 |
| Cullowhee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $1,099 | $2,307 |
| Cullowhee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $675 | $3,409 |
| Cullowhee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,949 | $750 | $3,008 |
| Cullowhee 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,149 | $625 | $3,192 |
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Cheapest Available Cullowhee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cullowhee, NC is a Studio unit found at Sky at Cullowhee priced from $950. Vista Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $976. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cullowhee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sky at Cullowhee | Studio Model 1 | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Vista Ridge | Vista Ridge 2 | 2BR,2BA | $976 |
| Creekside at Asheville | Ashe 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom First Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,189 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Arden | 1BR,1BA | $1,193 |
| Vetra Asheville | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Hawthorne at Bear Creek | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1,201 |
| Dilworth | The Mitchell | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Aventine Asheville | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,271 |
| Audubon Place | The Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cullowhee, NC and Nearby
As of September 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cullowhee area is the $1.36 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Cullowhee apartment is the CLEMENT Model at The Townes at Fountain Park starting at $2,095 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cullowhee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Living Mills River | Magnolia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| The Townes at Fountain Park | CLEMENT | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Birch Hill Apartments | THE MITCHELL | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Dream Asheville Exchange | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums | Summer | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals | Belhaven II | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Jasmine | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Vista Ridge | Vista Ridge 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Creekside at Arden | Arden 2A | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Asheville | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cullowhee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cullowhee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cullowhee is at 58 Cullowhee LLC listed at $950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cullowhee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cullowhee Apartment is $1,175 at Creekside at Asheville.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cullowhee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cullowhee is starting from $976 at Vista Ridge.
What is the most affordable Cullowhee Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cullowhee Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vista Ridge and starts from $1,114.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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