Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Greenville Neighborhood of Greenville, NC from $300 (28 Rentals)

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Forrest Acres
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forrest Acres

900 Heath StGreenville, NC 27858
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Nathaniel Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Nathaniel Village

411 W 5th StGreenville, NC 27834
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Monticello
1 Bedroom Apartments

Monticello

409 Paladin DrGreenville, NC 27834
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Cheyenne Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cheyenne Court

1085 Cheyenne CtGreenville, NC 27858
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Park Village
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Village

3005-3017 Adams BlvdGreenville, NC 27858
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The Gables East
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Gables East

115 Brownlea DrGreenville, NC 27858
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Gladiolus Garden
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gladiolus Garden

1333 E 10th StGreenville, NC 27858
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Cross Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cross Creek

1154 Cross Creek CirGreenville, NC 27834
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Spring Lake Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Spring Lake Apartments

945-955 Spring Forest RdGreenville, NC 27834
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Sycamore Hill
1 Bedroom Apartments

Sycamore Hill

411 E 5th StGreenville, NC 27858
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College Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

College Park

1302 E 10th StGreenville, NC 27858
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3030 Adams Blvd
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3030 Adams Blvd

3030 Adams BlvdGreenville, NC 27858
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Downtown Greenville, Greenville, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Greenville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Greenville area of Greenville, NC is a Studio unit found at Elm Villa Apartments priced from $599. Larkin Lane Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Downtown Greenville apartments for rent in Greenville, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elm Villa ApartmentsDiscover Modern Living at Elm Villa Apartments ...Studio,1BA$599
Larkin Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Barrett Place Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$697
402 Lewis StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
The Province Greenville4x4A4BR,4BA$720
Wesley South at East CarolinaOne Bedroom Upstairs1BR,1BA$775
Paladin Apartments1BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$795
BrookridgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$800
University Edge & Dickinson Lofts3BR/3BA - C13BR,3BA$815
The Edge of CampusOne Bed/One Bath1BR,1BA$825

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Greenville, NC

As of July 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Greenville area is the $0.40 price per square foot 3BR/3BA - PREMIUM Model at Carolina Creek in the in the Downtown Greenville neighborhood starting from $565. The second greatest value Downtown Greenville apartment is the C1 Model at Eastern on 10th starting at $795 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Greenville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Greenville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carolina Creek3BR/3BA - PREMIUM3BR,3BA$0.40
Eastern on 10thC13BR,3BA$0.74
Clubway ApartmentsGarden Apartment2BR,1BA$0.85
The District at Tar RiverFletcher2BR,2BA$0.72
BrookridgeTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.80
Cedar CourtTwo Bedroom Townhomes2BR,1.5BA$0.87
Keswick Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.15
First Street Place2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.94
Larkin Lane Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.99
402 Lewis StreetOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.03

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Greenville, Greenville, NC

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Greenville, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Getting Around the Downtown Greenville Neighborhood in Greenville, NC

Walk Score®

67 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

65 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Greenville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Greenville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Greenville is under $825.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Greenville?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Greenville is Larkin Lane Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Downtown Greenville costs $1,109.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Greenville?

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 70 regular apartments in Downtown Greenville 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 Downtown Greenville?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Greenville have an average cost of $591 which is $518 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Greenville.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.