
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Greenville Neighborhood of Greenville, NC from $300 (18 Rentals)
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Downtown Greenville, Greenville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Greenville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Greenville Studio Apartments | $1,144 | $929 | $1,329 |
| Downtown Greenville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,107 | $695 | $1,655 |
| Downtown Greenville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,095 | $569 | $1,875 |
| Downtown Greenville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,181 | $475 | $2,517 |
| Downtown Greenville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $707 | $569 | $845 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Greenville Neighborhood of Greenville, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Greenville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Greenville area of Greenville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Larkin Lane Apartments priced from $695. Barrett Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $697. Here are the most affordable Downtown Greenville apartments for rent in Greenville, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Larkin Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Barrett Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $697 |
| Thirteen08 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Wesley South at East Carolina | One Bedroom Upstairs | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Avery Apartments | 1A | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Greenville, NC
As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Greenville area is the $0.38 price per square foot 3BR/3BA - LUX Model at Carolina Creek - Historical Access in the in the Downtown Greenville neighborhood starting from $540. The second greatest value Downtown Greenville apartment is the C1 Model at Eastern on 10th starting at $765 with a $0.71 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Creek - Historical Access | 3BR/3BA - LUX | 3BR,3BA | $0.38 |
| Eastern on 10th | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.71 |
| Magnolia Trace Townhomes | 2 BR 1.5 BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Barrett Place Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Spring Lake Apartments | Spring Lake 2 Bed, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Lakeside Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Wesley South at East Carolina | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Downstairs | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Keswick Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Larkin Lane Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Paladin Apartments | 1BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Greenville, Greenville, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $875.
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 $1,239.
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 95 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 $576 which is $663 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Greenville.
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