Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of Greensboro, NC from $800 (9 Rentals)

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Downtown, Greensboro, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Greensboro, NC is a Studio unit found at District at West Market Student Housing priced from $850. CityView has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $965. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Greensboro, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
District at West Market Student HousingStudiosStudio,1BA$850
CityViewO'Henry1BR,1BA$965
Cottages at GreensboroA11BR,1BA$1,038

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NC

As of January 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2 x 1 Model at Mendenhall Square in the in the Gorrell St. Community neighborhood starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the Lilac Model at Spring Street Apartments starting at $1,729 with a $2.34 price per square foot in the Gorrell St. Community neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Mendenhall Square2 x 12BR,1BA$1.48
Spring Street ApartmentsLilac1BR,1BA$2.34
CityViewNorfolk1BR,1BA$1.68
Carroll at Bellemeade1x1a4b (A4)1BR,1BA$2.17
1108 W Friendly Ave, Unit 11108 W Friendly Ave1BR,1BA$1.70
Greenway at Fisher ParkWesterwood1BR,1BA$2.28
Cottages at GreensboroA11BR,1BA$1.79
1218 W Market St, Unit 1218-G1218 W Market StStudio ,1BA$1.99
District at West Market Student HousingStudiosStudio ,1BA$2.66

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Greensboro, NC

Ranked #95

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NC with pricing that ranges from $579 to $2,919. There are also 22 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $805 to $2,695.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $805 to $2,695 with an average monthly rent of $1,519.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $2,899 to $2,919, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $995 to $2,695. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $579.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Where to Rent in Greensboro: Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Families and Singles

Written by: Catrina Cowart

Hello again, everyone. I'm Catrina, and I'm your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Greensboro, North Carolina.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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

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