Cheap Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, NC from $400 (4 Rentals)

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High Ridge
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

High Ridge

282 Connor RdSylva, NC 28779

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180 Stadium View Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

180 Stadium View Dr

180 Stadium View DrCullowhee, NC 28723
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Little Savannah
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Little Savannah

93 Citadel DrCullowhee, NC 28723
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Jackson County, NC

As of June 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Jackson County area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4x4 Flat - AY 2026 - 2027 Model at Flagship Western in the starting from $675. The second greatest value Jackson County apartment is the Two bedroom Model at 4214 West Apartments starting at $565 with a $0.74 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Jackson County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Flagship Western4x4 Flat - AY 2026 - 20274BR,4BA$0.52
4214 West ApartmentsTwo bedroom2BR,1BA$0.74
The Maples of CullowheeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.54
Everson4-Bedroom4BR,4BA$4.34

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Jackson County Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Jackson County?

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 12 regular apartments in Jackson County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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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