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
Senior Living
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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 1 Bed unit found at The Ridges priced from $975. Kannan Station Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown Kannapolis apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$975
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
The Vive at KellswaterA1 The Beech - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,199
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1,235
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1,246

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Kannapolis, NC

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Kannapolis area is the $1.35 price per square foot A2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at The Vive at Kellswater in the in the Trinity Crest neighborhood starting from $1,351. The second greatest value Downtown Kannapolis apartment is the 2A Model at Oak Crest Apartments starting at $1,246 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Oak 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 Vive at KellswaterA2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.35
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.32
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1.54
Graces Reserve1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.77
Argento at Kellswater Bridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.92
The Ridges1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.42
Vida KannapolisVance1BR,1BA$2.22
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio ,1BA$2.22
Stadium LoftsThe InningStudio ,1BA$2.88

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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.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Kannapolis Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Kannapolis Apartment is $975 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 $1,235 at Ashford Place 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 $1,330.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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