
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gaston County, NC from $500 (38 Rentals)
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Central School Lofts

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Destination at Union

Davis Mills

1028 New Beginnings Ave

143 Winget Cir

Ashbrook Village

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Gaston County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gaston County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gaston County Studio Apartments | $1,085 | $805 | $1,402 |
| Gaston County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $745 | $1,885 |
| Gaston County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $870 | $2,995 |
| Gaston County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $955 | $2,795 |
| Gaston County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,577 | $1,495 | $3,025 |
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Cheapest Available Gaston County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gaston County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Leonard Greene in the Spencer Mountain Village neighborhood priced from $745. Central School Lofts in the Crowders View neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $748. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gaston County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leonard Greene | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Central School Lofts | 1 BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $748 |
| Rutherford Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Destination at Union | S1 | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Davis Mills | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ashbrook Village | The Nook, Premium | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Timbercrest Townhomes | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Twin Oaks | One bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Dwell Townhomes | 1 x 1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| x - Cedar Ridge Apartments | 2 bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,070 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gaston County, NC
As of January 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gaston County area is the $1.08 price per square foot Salisbury Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Gaston County apartment is the Litchfield Model at Affinity at Kendrick starting at $1,975 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Eagles Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gaston County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affinity at Hudson | Salisbury | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Affinity at Kendrick | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.26 |
| The Reserve at Catawba Creek | 3 BR Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Moss Creek Condos, Inc | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| The Arbors | The Arbors | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Groves | TG 2x1.5R | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| Oaks at Edgemont | 1bd/1ba-Largest Floor Plan in Gastonia-The Oaks... | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Rutherford Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Central School Lofts | 2 BR, 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Leonard Greene | 1 bdr | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gaston County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaston County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gaston County Apartment is $745 at Leonard Greene.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gaston County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gaston County is starting from $842 at Central School Lofts.
What is the most affordable Gaston County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gaston County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Leonard Greene and starts from $955.
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