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Gastonia, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gastonia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Gastonia Studio Apartments | $1,760 | $923 | $2,995 |
Cheap Gastonia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,326 | $850 | $5,173 |
Cheap Gastonia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $995 | $4,992 |
Cheap Gastonia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,957 | $1,295 | $5,728 |
Cheap Gastonia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,380 | $1,495 | $2,595 |
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Gastonia, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gastonia, NC
Pricing Updated: 07/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Gastonia, NC area range in price from $850 to $5,728 with an overall median price of $2,477. The three Gastonia neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Vinales at $1,095, Payton Downs at $850, and Windsor Woods at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Gastonia Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Vinales | $2,199 | $1,095 | 113 |
Payton Downs | $2,500 | $850 | 141 |
Windsor Woods | $2,500 | $850 | 148 |
Cramer Woods | $2,595 | $965 | 38 |
Robinson Oaks | $2,595 | $895 | 173 |
Cheapest Available Gastonia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gastonia, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Central School Lofts in the Crowders View neighborhood priced from $702. Meadows at Edgemont in the Newport Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $847. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gastonia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Central School Lofts | 1 BR, 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $702 |
Meadows at Edgemont | The Garden | 2BR,1BA | $847 |
Destination at Union | S1 | Studio,1BA | $923 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gastonia, NC
As of July 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gastonia area is the $1.22 price per square foot Litchfield Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Gastonia apartment is the Litchfield Model at Affinity at Kendrick starting at $1,970 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Eagles Walk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gastonia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Affinity at Hudson | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
Affinity at Kendrick | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
The Reserve at Catawba Creek | 3 BR Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
Nu Hudson | 2 Bedroom W/ Window | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
The Arbors | The Arbors | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
Carriage House/Azalea | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.30 |
Central School Lofts | 2 BR, 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
Oaks at Edgemont | 1bd/1ba-Largest Floor Plan in Gastonia-The Oaks... | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Circle Oaks Apartments | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
5309 Lewis Rd, Unit 4 | 5309 Lewis Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
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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.
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Ranked #87
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Gastonia, NC
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gastonia Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Gastonia?
The cheapest apartment in Gastonia is Central School Lofts which is listed at $702, while the average apartment in Gastonia costs $2,477.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Gastonia?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 36 regular apartments in Gastonia that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Gastonia?
Cheap apartments in Gastonia have an average cost of $157 which is $2,320 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Gastonia.
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