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Landon Greene
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Landon Greene

126 Vance PO RdStatesville, NC 28625
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Stadium View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stadium View Apartments

526 Stadium DrBoone, NC 28607
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Waterford Place Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterford Place Apartments

4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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Viewmont Pointe
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

420 10th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hays, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $600. 197 Old US Highway 321 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Retreat at Statesville2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$600
197 Old US Highway 321Standard Studio EfficiencyStudio,1BA$725
Summer Pointe Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$775
The Standard at BooneTupelo 24BR,4BA$799
Signal Hill Apartments and TownhomesStudio- Standard- Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$950
Mallard Creek ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$995
Apartments on 20thEastside 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
The Village at Catawba RidgeStudio Standard-Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,025
Landings & Villas of Hickory2X2 - Low Income2BR,2BA$1,063
The Abbey1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC and Nearby

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.73 price per square foot D2 Model at The Finmore at 241 in the starting from $1,139. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the Trapper's Keep 1 Model at Trapper's Keep 1 starting at $875 with a $0.63 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Finmore at 241D24BR,4BA$0.73
Trapper's Keep 1Trapper's Keep 14BR,4BA$0.63
Turtle Creek West Apartments3bed/3bath Master Layout3BR,3BA$0.65
HighpointeC1 Lodge3BR,3BA$0.74
The Standard at BooneOak 14BR,4BA$0.71
Mountaineer Village3x3 Premium3BR,3BA$0.60
Highland Commons3 bed 1.5 bath Newly remodeled3BR,1.5BA$1.26
Hickory East2 bedroom B2BR,1.5BA$1.27
Positive Way ApartmentsPositive Way3BR,2BA$0.78
The Retreat at Statesville2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$0.63

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hays?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hays is at 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $725.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $1,000 at Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hays Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hays is starting from $600 at The Retreat at Statesville.

What is the most affordable Hays Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,300.

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.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.