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How much does it cost to rent a home in Elkin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkin 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,253 | $730 | $1,800 |
| Elkin 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,012 | $950 | $4,500 |
| Elkin 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,283 | $1,450 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Elkin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Elkin, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Countryside Gardens in the North neighborhood priced from $750. Summer Pointe Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elkin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Countryside Gardens | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Armory Yard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elkin, NC and Nearby
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elkin area is the $1.21 price per square foot 2B Flat Semi-Classic Model at Clemmons Village Apartments in the in the Clemmons neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Elkin apartment is the 1BR - 1BTH Renovated Model at Morgan Place Apartments starting at $1,000 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Clemmons neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elkin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clemmons Village Apartments | 2B Flat Semi-Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Morgan Place Apartments | 1BR - 1BTH Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Chamberlain Place Apartments | 1 BR Contemporary | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
| Armory Yard Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Hawk Ridge Apartments | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| Foxcreek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Providence Pointe | one bedroom/ one bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Lofts at Glenhaven | 1 bed gold | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Loxley Chase Apartments | Little John | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Countryside Gardens | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Elkin?
There are currently 59 Apartments for Rent in Elkin, NC with pricing that ranges from $408 to $2,578. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elkin ranging from $730 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elkin?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elkin ranges from $730 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,841.
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