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442 2nd St Pl SW

715 23rd St NW

2353 US-70

1726 Suburban Dr

1754 Zion Rd
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100 2nd Ave SE

186 Eastview St

8364 Cedar St

4388 Sawmills School Rd

4148 Smokey Creek Rd

1406 Cliffside Pl SE
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137 18th St NW

3715 Panda Ln

2842 Dale St

1421 Piedmont Dr NW

2311 Central Dr

78 Archer St
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2217 Old Shelby Rd
Drexel, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Drexel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drexel 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,250 | $850 | $2,800 |
| Drexel 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,627 | $1,125 | $2,100 |
| Drexel 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,372 | $2,245 | $2,500 |
| Drexel 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Available Drexel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Drexel, NC is a Studio unit found at Quail Ridge Apartments in the Lakeland neighborhood priced from $750. Apartments on 20th in the Viewmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Drexel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quail Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Landings & Villas of Hickory | 2X2 - Low Income | 2BR,2BA | $1,063 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Drexel, NC and Nearby
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Drexel area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 BR Model at 101 Park Place Ave in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Drexel apartment is the 2 Bedroom - Garden Model at Cedarbrook Apartments starting at $1,325 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Drexel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Condominiums at Cedarwood | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Gates at Highland | The Fleetwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Bost Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Highland Commons | 3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| 4152 Cherrywood Dr | The Brookstone | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Drexel?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Drexel, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $3,804. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Drexel ranging from $395 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Drexel?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Drexel ranges from $395 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,332.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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