Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Kannapolis Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $300 (15 Rentals)

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1110 S Main St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1110 S Main St

1110 S Main StKannapolis, NC 28081
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Forest Park Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Park Crossing

1065 Ridgeway DrKannapolis, NC 28083
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Walter Townhomes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Walter Townhomes

528 Walter StKannapolis, 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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Downtown Kannapolis, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Kannapolis Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Kannapolis area of Kannapolis, NC is a Studio unit found at Kannan Station Apartment Homes priced from $930. The Ridges has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kannapolis apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$930
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,025
The Vive at KellswaterA1 The Beech - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,169
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1,206
Oak Ridge DuplexesOakRidge Townhome 2br 1.5ba, White Oak Lane Kan...2BR,1BA$1,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kannapolis, NC

As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kannapolis area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno Model at The Retreat at Kannapolis in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Downtown Kannapolis apartment is the A2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at The Vive at Kellswater starting at $1,351 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Trinity Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Kannapolis apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Retreat at Kannapolis2Bd 1.5Bth TH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.25
The Vive at KellswaterA2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.27
White Oak Apartments of Kannapolis, Inc.500/508 Jackson Pk Rd, 2br 1.5ba Townhome | Kan...2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Oak Ridge DuplexesOakRidge Duplex (Garden style) 2br 1ba, White O...2BR,1BA$1.39
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1.56
Graces Reserve1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.79
Argento at Kellswater Bridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.84
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Kannan Station Apartment HomesOne Bedroom-512 sqft1BR,1BA$2.21

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Kannapolis, Kannapolis, NC

Ranked #13

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kannapolis Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Kannapolis?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Kannapolis is at Kannan Station Apartment Homes listed at $930.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kannapolis Apartment is $1,025 at The Ridges.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Kannapolis is starting from $1,206 at Oak Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Downtown Kannapolis Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Kannapolis Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kannan Station Apartment Homes and starts from $1,355.

Expert Rental Resources

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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.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.