Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oak Crest Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $300 (45 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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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 1302 Meadow Ave

$1,200 - $1,375

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1302 Meadow Ave

KannapolisNC28083
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University Park
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Park

2137 University DrKannapolis, NC 28083

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Brooke Pointe Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brooke Pointe Manor

1415 Fairington Dr NWConcord, NC 28027
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Melrose Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Melrose Apartments

301 Country Club DrConcord, NC 28025
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Buckingham Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Buckingham Place

101 Doncastle CtConcord, NC 28025
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Oak Crest, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Oak Crest Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oak Crest area of Kannapolis, NC is a Studio unit found at Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC) priced from $945. Edge at Concord has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Oak Crest apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waters Edge Apartment Homes (NC)Studio - Waters Edge - 336 sqftStudio,1BA$945
Edge at ConcordCabo1BR,1BA$950
Kannan Station Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,000
Crestview HuntingtonMaple1BR,1BA$1,012
Concord FlatsStudio Standard - Call For AvailabilityStudio,1BA$1,025
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1,089
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1,235
Chesney Woods Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1,240
Oak Ridge Duplexes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$1,245

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Crest, NC

As of April 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oak Crest area is the $1.23 price per square foot Reduced rates equal 2 months free for a 12 mont... Model at The Bridges Of Cabarrus in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,413. The second greatest value Oak Crest 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 Oak Crest apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Bridges Of CabarrusReduced rates equal 2 months free for a 12 mont...2BR,2BA$1.23
Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability2BR,2BA$1.34
Meadow Creek Townhomes2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Apartment Home with2BR,1.5BA$1.34
140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D11, Unit D11140 Lake Concord Rd NE #D112BR,2BA$1.33
Oak Ridge Duplexes2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.31
Oak Crest Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.38
Chesney Woods Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Ashford Place ApartmentsAshford 2x12BR,1BA$1.54
South Emerson Hills1 x 11BR,1BA$1.38
Edge at ConcordCabo1BR,1BA$1.54

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in areas across the United States including Oak Crest, Kannapolis, and the greater Kannapolis area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and proximity to parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oak Crest Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Oak Crest?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Oak Crest is under $1,245.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Oak Crest?

The cheapest apartment in Oak Crest is Edge at Concord which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Oak Crest costs $1,868.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Oak Crest?

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 14 regular apartments in Oak Crest that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Oak Crest?

Cheap apartments in Oak Crest have an average cost of $1,142 which is $726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Oak Crest.

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

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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.

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

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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.