
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Riverwind Neighborhood of Gastonia, NC from $900 (43 Rentals)
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Carriage House

Northway at Fern Forest

Davis Mills

Trenton Mill Lofts

Dwell Townhomes

420 Osceola St

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Destination at Union

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Seasons at Bennetts Creek

701 S South St

111 Summit St
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The Landings

511 S South St

900 E 4th Ave

Carriage House/Azalea

807 Memory Ln

2525 Propst St
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2818 Union Rd

405 S Highland St

3342 York Hwy

1007 S Church St

1110 W Sykes St

2443 Myers St

1880 Arbors Dr
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501 S Weldon St

1506 Wayside Dr

112 Miller St
Riverwind, Gastonia, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Riverwind?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverwind Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $965 | $1,200 |
| Riverwind 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $958 | $1,555 |
| Riverwind 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $995 | $2,020 |
| Riverwind 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $1,295 | $2,270 |
| Riverwind 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,720 | $2,720 | $2,720 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Riverwind Neighborhood of Gastonia, NC.
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Cheapest Available Riverwind Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Riverwind area of Charlotte, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Forbes Manor priced from $958. Northway at Fern Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Riverwind apartments for rent in Charlotte, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forbes Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Northway at Fern Forest | We now partner with CoSign, which may help appl... | 1BR,1BA | $965 |
| Davis Mills | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Trenton Mill Lofts | Level 2 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,010 |
| Dwell Townhomes | 1 x 1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Landings | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,151 |
| Center City Crossing | Chestnut | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Nu Hudson | 2 Bedroom W/ Patio View | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Destination at Union | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,239 |
| Mills Creek | The Rankin | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Riverwind, NC
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Riverwind area is the $1.36 price per square foot Litchfield Model at Affinity at Hudson in the in the Medical Park neighborhood starting from $2,145. The second greatest value Riverwind apartment is the York Chester-Renovated Model at Walkers Ridge starting at $1,649 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Newport Landing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Riverwind apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affinity at Hudson | Litchfield | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Walkers Ridge | York Chester-Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Arbors | The Arbors | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Icon on The Greenway Apartments | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Hudson Woods | The Magnolia Phase 2-Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Nu Hudson | 2 Bedroom W/ Patio View | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Davis Crossing Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.41 |
| Destination at Union | B2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Landings | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Forbes Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Riverwind Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverwind Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Riverwind Apartment is $958 at Forbes Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Riverwind Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Riverwind is starting from $995 at Davis Mills.
What is the most affordable Riverwind Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Riverwind Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Landings and starts from $1,325.
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