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property at 1250 Baugh St

$900

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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1250 Baugh St

GastoniaNC28052

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 54 Rex Ave

$1,095

1 Bedroom Rentals

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54 Rex Ave

GastoniaNC28054

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property at 1036 Ridge Ave

$1,200

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1036 Ridge Ave

GastoniaNC28052

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Gastonia, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Gastonia, NC

Pricing Updated: 01/02/2026

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
Payton Downs$2,500$805179
Robinson Oaks$2,500$805222
Windsor Woods$2,500$805187
Cramer Woods$2,595$945130

Cheapest Available Gastonia Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gastonia, 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 Gastonia apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Leonard Greene1 bdr1BR,1BA$745
Central School Lofts1 BR, 1BA1BR,1BA$748
Destination at UnionS1Studio,1BA$805
Meadows at EdgemontThe Garden2BR,1BA$836
Davis Mills1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$875
Ashbrook VillageThe Nook, Premium1BR,1BA$945
Residences at Humboldt Woods1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$995
The GrovesTG 1x1R1BR,1BA$999
The Park Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath Garden Reno1BR,1BA$1,049
Dwell Townhomes1 x 1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,065

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gastonia, NC

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gastonia 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 Gastonia apartment is the Litchfield Model at Affinity at Kendrick starting at $2,050 with a $1.30 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 HudsonSalisbury4BR,2.5BA$1.08
Affinity at KendrickLitchfield3BR,2.5BA$1.30
The Reserve at Catawba Creek3 BR Townhome3BR,2.5BA$1.25
Nu Hudson3 Bedroom Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.25
Moss Creek Condos, Inc2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.06
The ArborsThe Arbors2BR,1.5BA$1.27
The Park Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath Garden Reno2BR,1BA$1.30
Oaks at Edgemont1bd/1ba-Largest Floor Plan in Gastonia-The Oaks...1BR,1BA$1.25
Central School Lofts2 BR, 1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Leonard Greene1 bdr1BR,1BA$1.08

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Top Neighborhoods Near Charlotte Colleges and Universities

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gastonia

What type of rentals are currently available in Gastonia?

There are currently 189 Apartments for Rent in Gastonia, NC with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,025. There are also 253 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gastonia ranging from $470 to $3,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gastonia?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gastonia ranges from $470 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gastonia?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gastonia range from $1,250 to $2,795, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $900 to $2,290. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,495.

Expert Rental Resources

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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Charlotte, NC

Written by: Carrie Catalano

I'm Carrie, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Charlotte, North Carolina. I moved to the Triangle area of North Carolina in the summer of 2024 and have been exploring the state since.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.