Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kannapolis, NC from $822 (79 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Forest Park Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Park Crossing

1065 Ridgeway DrKannapolis, NC 28083
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Villas At Forest Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villas At Forest Park

300 S Little Texas RdKannapolis, NC 28083
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Kimberly Ridge
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Kimberly Ridge

450 Cabarrus Arms DrKannapolis, NC 28081
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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McLain Heights
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

McLain Heights

100 McLain Heights CtKannapolis, NC 28083
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South Emerson Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

South Emerson Hills

1425 Mount Olivet RdKannapolis, NC 28083
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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University Park
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Park

2137 University DrKannapolis, NC 28083
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White Oak Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

White Oak Apartments

500-508 Jackson Park RdKannapolis, NC 28083

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kannapolis, NC

Pricing Updated: 08/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Kannapolis, NC area range in price from $640 to $3,000 with an overall median price of $1,777. The three Kannapolis neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Midway East at $1,200, Car Town at $1,625, and Oakbrook at $1,650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kannapolis Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Midway East$1,200$6409
Car Town$1,625$9755
Oakbrook$1,650$97514
Downtown Kannapolis$1,700$97510
Jamestown$1,700$1,7001
Old Centergrove$1,702$9755
Centergrove$1,760$1,6992
Queen's Gate$1,760$64052
Forest Park$1,775$1,7004
Forest Ridge$1,775$64059

Cheapest Available Kannapolis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kannapolis, NC is a Studio unit found at Crestview Huntington in the Oak Crest neighborhood priced from $822. Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) in the Oak Crest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kannapolis apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Crestview HuntingtonCypressStudio,1BA$822
Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC)Studio - Waters Edge - 336 sqftStudio,1BA$920
Concord FlatsStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$999
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,010
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
Edge at ConcordCabo1BR,1BA$1,133
Afton Ridge ApartmentsA1 - The Barcelona1BR,1BA$1,184
The Vive at KellswaterA1 The Beech - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,198
Longview MeadowThe Silverbell2BR,2BA$1,220

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kannapolis, NC

As of August 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kannapolis area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3A Model at Oak Crest Apartments in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,326. The second greatest value Kannapolis apartment is the 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport starting at $1,525 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Oak Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kannapolis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak Crest Apartments3A3BR,2BA$1.05
Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability2BR,2BA$1.34
South Emerson Hills2 x 22BR,2BA$1.16
296 Gurley Dr NW, Unit 296 Gurley Dr Concord NC296 Gurley Dr NW2BR,1BA$1.20
The Retreat at Kannapolis2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.25
Meadow Creek2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Garden2BR,1.5BA$1.38
714 Irene Ave, Unit 714B714 Irene Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
The Bridges Of Cabarrus1 month free * advertised rent includes concess...1BR,1BA$1.40
The Vive at KellswaterA1 The Beech - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.32
Oakridge DuplexesOakridge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, White O...2BR,1BA$1.39

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 Kannapolis Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kannapolis?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kannapolis is at Crestview Huntington listed at $822.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kannapolis Apartment is $995 at Crestview Huntington.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kannapolis is starting from $1,220 at Longview Meadow.

What is the most affordable Kannapolis Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kannapolis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Crest Apartments and starts from $1,326.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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