
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rainbow Drive Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC from $800 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Rainbow Drive area of Kannapolis.


The Retreat at Kannapolis

Redwood Kannapolis Parkway
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Rainbow Drive, Kannapolis, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rainbow Drive?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rainbow Drive Studio Apartments | $1,343 | $1,331 | $1,356 |
| Rainbow Drive 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $895 | $1,825 |
| Rainbow Drive 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $1,100 | $2,399 |
| Rainbow Drive 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,794 | $1,923 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Rainbow Drive Neighborhood of Kannapolis, NC.
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Cheapest Available Rainbow Drive Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rainbow Drive area of Kannapolis, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Ridges priced from $999. The Retreat at Kannapolis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here are the most affordable Rainbow Drive apartments for rent in Kannapolis, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Retreat at Kannapolis | 1 Bd 1 Bth Garden Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Ashford Place Apartments | Ashford 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rainbow Drive, NC
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rainbow Drive area is the $1.53 price per square foot Meadowood Model at Redwood Kannapolis Parkway in the in the Trinity Crest neighborhood starting from $2,024. The second greatest value Rainbow Drive apartment is the A2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at The Vive at Kellswater starting at $1,349 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Trinity Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rainbow Drive apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Kannapolis Parkway | Meadowood | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Vive at Kellswater | A2 The Sequoia - One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Ashford Place Apartments | Ashford 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Stadium Lofts | The Dugout | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| The Retreat at Kannapolis | 1 Bd 1 Bth Garden Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Argento at Kellswater Bridge Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Vida Kannapolis | Oak | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRainbow Drive, Kannapolis, NC
Ranked #15
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Rainbow Drive Neighborhood in Kannapolis, NC
Walk Score®
4 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
9 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
12 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rainbow Drive Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainbow Drive Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rainbow Drive Apartment is $999 at The Ridges.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rainbow Drive Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rainbow Drive is starting from $1,175 at Ashford Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable Rainbow Drive Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Rainbow Drive Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Vive at Kellswater and starts from $1,794.
Expert Rental Resources
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