Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rankin Area Greensboro, NC from $300 (41 Rentals)

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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3432 Wichita Pl

GreensboroNC27405

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Townsend Trace
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Townsend Trace

2501 16th StGreensboro, NC 27405
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Autumn Square
2 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Square

1500-1508 Autumn DrGreensboro, NC 27405
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Valley Ridge
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Ridge

3508 N Elm StGreensboro, NC 27405
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Oakwood Forest
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Oakwood Forest

4100 N US Highway 29Greensboro, NC 27405

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Chapel Walk Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapel Walk Apartments

1370 Lees Chapel RdGreensboro, NC 27455
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property at 1500 Autumn Dr

$850

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1500 Autumn Dr, Unit D, Unit D

1500 Autumn Dr
GreensboroNC27405
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Church and Flint
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Church and Flint

3501 N Church StGreensboro, NC 27405
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Glen Haven Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Haven Apartments

426 Greenbriar RdGreensboro, NC 27405
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Where to Rent in Greensboro: Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Families and Singles

Discover our local expert's top affordable neighborhoods for renting in Greensboro, NC. Find your perfect Greensboro apartments for rent, whether you're looking for downtown action, historic charm, or a great commute.

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Revolution Mill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Revolution Mill

850 Revolution Mill DrGreensboro, NC 27405
property at 501 Greenbriar Rd

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501 Greenbriar Rd, Unit D, Unit D

501 Greenbriar Rd
GreensboroNC27405
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Revolution Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Revolution Crossing

2627 Yanceyville StGreensboro, NC 27405
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Palmer House
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Palmer House

3216-A Yanceyville StGreensboro, NC 27405
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Rankin Area, Greensboro, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rankin Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rankin Area area of Greensboro, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Printworks Mill Apartments priced from $684. New Garden Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Rankin Area apartments for rent in Greensboro, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Printworks Mill ApartmentsB12BR,1BA$684
New Garden Place Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$750
The Pointe at White Oak1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
Chapel Walk ApartmentsRidge1BR,1BA$834
3237 Yancey0/1.00Studio,1BA$875
New Irving HeightsChestnut1BR,1BA$895
Summit Village ApartmentsBirch Renovated1BR,1BA$899
Carolina WoodsThe Bonelli2BR,1BA$910
The Oaks Gate City2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$927

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rankin Area, NC

As of April 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rankin Area area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Summit View in the in the Spicewood neighborhood starting from $1,290. The second greatest value Rankin Area apartment is the 2 Bedrooms Model at Blackthorn Apartments of Greensboro starting at $1,235 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the New Irving Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rankin Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summit View3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.12
Blackthorn Apartments of Greensboro2 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.18
The Oaks Gate City2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,1BA$0.94
Lexington CommonsThe Lexington2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Carolina WoodsThe Byland2BR,1.5BA$1.11
3304 Martin Ave, Unit A3304 Martin Ave2BR,1BA$1.03
The Pointe at Irving ParkA21BR,1BA$1.29
LivGreen GardensThe Royale-Renovated1BR,1BA$1.34
New Garden Place Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.15
The Pointe at White Oak1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.39

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Rankin Area, Greensboro, NC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Greensboro. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rankin Area Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rankin Area?

The cheapest apartment in Rankin Area is New Garden Place Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Rankin Area costs $1,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rankin Area?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 24 regular apartments in Rankin Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rankin Area?

Cheap apartments in Rankin Area have an average cost of $185 which is $1,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rankin Area.

Expert Rental Resources

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