
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC from $400 (24 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Statesville

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

197 Old US Highway 321
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Waterford Place Apartments

403 Cook Rd

122 Sizemore Ave

155 Birkdale Ct

9303 NC-88
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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 | $1,252 | $775 | $1,900 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $452 | $2,100 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $547 | $3,000 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,498 | $885 | $2,900 |
| Hays 4 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $790 | $1,159 |
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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 The Retreat at Statesville priced from $476. Summer Pointe Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $476 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Brown Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $785 |
| Forrest Edge | Forrest Edge Townhomes - 1 Bed & Bath in 4-Bed/... | 4BR,4BA | $790 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 1 Bedroom Available in a 4-Be... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC and Nearby
As of November 02, 2025 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 $1,050 with a $0.78 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 | $0.78 |
| Laurel Forest | The Pinewood | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Wellington Place | The Caddie | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Boone Student Living | HC-C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3X3 Standard | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM TOWNHOME | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.20 |
| Viewmont Pointe | The Madison | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 1 Bedroom Available in a 4-Be... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.68 |
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Getting Around Hays, NC
Walk Score®
12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
11 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal 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 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 $476 at The Retreat 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 $547 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 Briarcliff Condominiums and starts from $885.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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