
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gates, NC from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Arbors at Western Branch

Autumn Ridge Apartments

Collinswood Lake Apartments

Forest Pine Apartments

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Riverstone I

Autumn Ridge Apartments II

Manor View Apartments

Arbors at Shoulders Hill
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Hodges Manor Apartments

Lake Village

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Residences at Crawford Farms

The Elliott Apartments

Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor!

Meadowridge Apartments

Maplewood

Tanglewood Lake

Ashton Village
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Hillpoint Woods Apartments

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Port 58 Apartments @ Hillpoint

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The Commons at Centerbrooke

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Royal Sail Apartments at Bridgeport

Stonebridge Apartments

Harbour Breeze Luxury Lifestyle Apartments

Bridge 17 Apartment Homes

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The Gallery at Godwin

3800 Acqua at Bridgeport
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Meridian Obici

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The Apartments at Hallstead Reserve

Pretlow Homes

564 1st Ave

Chuckatuck Square

Peanut Crossing

558 1st Ave

120 S 10th St

Saratoga Place
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Thrive Apartment Homes

804 City Park Ave

1114 Northside Rd

334 King St

100 Diamond Ave

210 Baker St

250 Brinkleyville Rd

307 Central Ave

4316 Colindale Rd
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4101 Holly Cove Dr
Gates, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gates Studio Apartments | $1,432 | $1,275 | $1,647 |
| Gates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,618 | $960 | $2,713 |
| Gates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,720 | $568 | $3,443 |
| Gates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,966 | $650 | $4,333 |
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Cheapest Available Gates Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gates, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Autumn Ridge Apartments priced from $995. Collinswood Lake Apartments in the Western Branch neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $995. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gates apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Ridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Collinswood Lake Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Manor View Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors | 1BR,1BA | $1,135 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,238 |
| Residences at Crawford Farms | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,267 |
| The Elliott Apartments | The Mace | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1BA | $1,288 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gates, NC and Nearby
As of May 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gates area is the $1.66 price per square foot Weldon Model at Hillpoint Preserve Townhome Apartments in the starting from $2,663. The second greatest value Gates apartment is the 3 Beds Model at Collinswood Lake Apartments starting at $1,295 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Western Branch neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillpoint Preserve Townhome Apartments | Weldon | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.66 |
| Collinswood Lake Apartments | 3 Beds | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Autumn Ridge Apartments II | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Welcome Home to The Grand at Mallard Manor! | MC.2B1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Meadowridge Apartments | Garden- 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath- Downstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Maplewood | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Manor View Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath/Wood Floors | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Hodges Manor Apartments | The Oak | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gates Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gates?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gates is at The Elliott Apartments listed at $1,275.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gates Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gates Apartment is $995 at Autumn Ridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gates Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gates is starting from $1,150 at Collinswood Lake Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gates Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gates Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Autumn Ridge Apartments II and starts from $1,267.
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