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Village Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Village Square

1400 Paige CtGastonia, NC 28054
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Kings Falls Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kings Falls Apartments

425 Kings Falls CtKings Mountain, NC 28086
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Gastonia, NC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gastonia, NC

Pricing Updated: 08/22/2025

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

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Windsor Woods$1,905$1,9051
Cramer Woods$2,695$1,50018
Robinson Oaks$3,000$3,0001

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. Destination at Union in the Newport Landing neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $791. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gastonia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Central School Lofts1 BR, 1BA1BR,1BA$702
Destination at UnionS1Studio,1BA$791
Meadows at EdgemontThe Garden2BR,1BA$860
Circle Oaks Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$950
Carriage House Apartment HomesStudio1BR,1BA$965

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gastonia, NC

As of August 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gastonia area is the $1.19 price per square foot Litchfield Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $1,870. The second greatest value Gastonia apartment is the Litchfield Model at Affinity at Kendrick starting at $1,895 with a $1.20 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Affinity at HudsonLitchfield3BR,2.5BA$1.19
Affinity at KendrickLitchfield3BR,2.5BA$1.20
The Reserve at Catawba Creek3 BR Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.29
Nu Hudson2 Bedroom W/ Patio View2BR,1.5BA$1.00
The ArborsThe Arbors2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Townhomes @ Humboldt Village2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.13
Central School Lofts2 BR, 1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Oaks at Edgemont1bd/1ba-Largest Floor Plan in Gastonia-The Oaks...1BR,1BA$1.25
Davis Mills2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.13
5309 Lewis Rd, Unit 45309 Lewis Rd1BR,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.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Gastonia, NC

Ranked #603

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet 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

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 $702 at Central School Lofts.

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 $842 at Central School Lofts.

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 $968.

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