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1272 Union RdGastonia, NC 28054
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$1,200

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201 E 3rd Ave

GastoniaNC28052
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S Emerson
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S Emerson

417 S Emerson StGastonia, NC 28052
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Betty595
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Betty595

595 Betty StGastonia, NC 28054
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Village Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Square

1400 Paige CtGastonia, NC 28054
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Forbes Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forbes Manor

4200 Forbes RdGastonia, NC 28054
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320 Osceola St
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320 Osceola St

320 Osceola StGastonia, NC 28054

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113 Stroupe Rd, Unit E

113 Stroupe Rd
GastoniaNC28056
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Oaks at Edgemont
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oaks at Edgemont

330 Willow Oak LnGastonia, NC 28054
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Gastonia, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gastonia, NC

Pricing Updated: 08/30/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Gastonia, NC area range in price from $825 to $2,995 with an overall median price of $1,462. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gastonia Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Robinson Oaks$1,425$880169
Windsor Woods$1,425$825157
Vinales$1,500$999104
Cramer Woods$1,600$97058

Cheapest Available Gastonia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gastonia, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at S Emerson in the Crowders View neighborhood priced from $800. Meadows at Edgemont in the Newport Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $874. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gastonia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
S Emerson1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800
Meadows at EdgemontThe Garden2BR,1BA$874
Circle Oaks Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$895
Crescent Apartments2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$950
Leonard Greene1 Bdrm1BR,1BA$960
Ashbrook VillageThe Nook, Premium1BR,1BA$970
320 Osceola St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$995
Townhomes @ Humboldt Village2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$995
The Grove at Ferguson Park1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
Northway at Fern ForestA (Light Renovation) Upstairs1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gastonia, NC

As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gastonia area is the $1.28 price per square foot Litchfield Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $2,015. The second greatest value Gastonia apartment is the 3 BR, 2BA Model at Central School Lofts starting at $999 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Crowders View neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gastonia apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Affinity at HudsonLitchfield3BR,2.5BA$1.28
Central School Lofts3 BR, 2BA3BR,2BA$0.71
The Reserve at Catawba Creek3 BR Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.31
Carriage HouseThe Furlong2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The ArborsThe Arbors2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The GrovesTG 2x1.5R2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Townhomes @ Humboldt Village2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.00
Nu Hudson2 bedroom 1.5 bath with Window2BR,1BA$1.31
320 Osceola St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.17
Circle Oaks Apartments2 bed 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.30

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Gastonia Overview

Gastonia, NC is one of the main suburbs in Charlotte. Sitting on the southeastern edge of the city, this is one of the fastest-growing areas in the region. For this reason, many people are looking to move to Gastonia, NC. The good news is that there are plenty of Gastonia apartments available. For those who are looking to live in apartments in Gastonia, southern hospitality is definitely a thing in this beautiful town!

Why live in Gastonia, NC?

There are a number of reasons why people come to Gastonia, NC to live. First, the traffic is relatively mild aside from going into and out of Charlotte. Second, the cost of living is very low. Finally, everyone who lives in Gastonia, NC is friendly. This is a welcoming town that is the definition of southern hospitality.

Gastonia, NC
Population: 77,024

Ranked #454

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gastonia Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gastonia Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gastonia Apartment is $800 at S Emerson.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gastonia Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gastonia is starting from $874 at Meadows at Edgemont.

What is the most affordable Gastonia Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Gastonia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Central School Lofts and starts from $999.

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