Cheap Apartments for Rent in Leicester, NC from $800 (44 Rentals)

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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carmel Ridge

15 Carmel Ridge CirAsheville, NC 28806

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Leicester, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Leicester Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Leicester, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Crest Apartments in the Rock Springs neighborhood priced from $835. Woods Townhomes in the Rock Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Leicester apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Maple Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$835
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$895
Baird Cove ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$945
360 Hilliard Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,172
Ascent Apartment HomesDandelion1BR,1BA$1,199
Reserve at Asheville1DV1BR,1BA$1,249
Reflection Pointe NCThe York with Sunroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Seasons at Biltmore Lake CondominiumsSpring1BR,1BA$1,300
Hawthorne at Bear CreekThe Cove1BR,1BA$1,303
Greymont Village ApartmentsTranquility1BR,1BA$1,315

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Leicester, NC

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Leicester area is the $1.49 price per square foot CLEMENT Model at The Townes at Fountain Park in the in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Leicester apartment is the Beacon Heights Model at Hawthorne at Weaverville starting at $1,982 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Little Flat Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Leicester apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Townes at Fountain ParkCLEMENT3BR,2.5BA$1.49
Hawthorne at WeavervilleBeacon Heights3BR,2BA$1.51
The Lofts at Reynolds Village3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.57
Heritage at the PeakThe Lookout - C1 - Newly Renovated3BR,2BA$1.55
White Oak Grove ApartmentsA2-12BR,2BA$1.54
The Retreat at WeavervilleAberdeen1BR,1BA$1.59
Woods Townhomes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.10
Ascent Apartment HomesDandelion1BR,1BA$1.59
Maple Crest Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Baird Cove ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.59

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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Leicester, NC

Ranked #87

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Leicester, NC

Walk Score®

2 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

3 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Leicester Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Leicester?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Leicester is at Reserve at Asheville listed at $1,279.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Leicester Apartment is $835 at Maple Crest Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Leicester is starting from $978 at Maple Crest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Leicester Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Leicester Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woods Townhomes and starts from $1,095.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.