
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC from $500 (24 Rentals)
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Flats at Statesville

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Forrest Edge

New River Farms

197 Old US Highway 321

Hickory Trace Village Apartments

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes
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651 New Brickyard Rd

162 Trivette Rd

451 Cook Rd

403 Cook Rd

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Hays, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $775 | $1,900 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,331 | $515 | $2,100 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $600 | $3,000 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,432 | $918 | $2,900 |
| Hays 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $790 | $1,315 |
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Flats at Statesville priced from $515. The Retreat at Statesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flats at Statesville | 1bds | 1BR,1BA | $515 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $600 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Forrest Edge | Forrest Edge Townhomes - 1 Bed & Bath in 4-Bed/... | 4BR,4BA | $790 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 4bd/2ba: Centrally Located! P... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC and Nearby
As of January 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.63 price per square foot Trapper's Keep 1 Model at Trapper's Keep 1 in the starting from $875. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the C1 Lodge Model at Highpointe starting at $1,095 with a $0.81 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trapper's Keep 1 | Trapper's Keep 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| Boone Student Living | CV-C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| The Abbey | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Viewmont Pointe | The Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 4bd/2ba: Centrally Located! P... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Flats at Statesville | 1bds | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
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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 Summer Pointe Apartment Homes listed at $775.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $515 at Flats at Statesville.
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 Boone Student Living and starts from $925.
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
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