
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lenoir, NC from $850 (33 Rentals)
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2122 Haven Cir, Unit 1

Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Skyland Apartments

RWL Apartments

134 Ideal Dr SE

3992 Dug Hill Rd

FG Communities at Green Mountain
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The Abbey

101 Park Place Ave

Apartments on 20th

Landings & Villas of Hickory

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Argyle Place

The Villas at Pebble Creek
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Forest View Apartments

Morganton Trading Company

Viewmont Square

Center Crossing

Viewmont Pointe

1243 Main Avenue Dr NW

231 37th St SW

Kirkwood Grove Apartments
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715 23rd St NW

1754 Zion Rd

Waterford Place

2320 Shade Tree St

1078 16th Ave NW

2167 6th St NW

225 2nd St SE

2155 White Pine M H P Rd
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45 22nd Ave NE
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lenoir?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,288 | $950 | $2,163 |
| Lenoir 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $975 | $3,090 |
| Lenoir 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,375 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Lenoir Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lenoir, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Center Crossing in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $406. Viewmont Pointe in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lenoir apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $406 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Meadowood Garden | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| FG Communities at Green Mountain | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes | 2x1 Garden Standard- Call for Availability | 2BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Morganton Trading Company | 1 Bedroom Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lenoir, NC and Nearby
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lenoir area is the $1.18 price per square foot Cedar Rock 2 Bedroom Model at Apartments on 20th in the in the Viewmont neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Lenoir apartment is the 3 BR Model at 101 Park Place Ave starting at $1,500 with a $1.25 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lenoir apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apartments on 20th | Cedar Rock 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| The Condominiums at Cedarwood | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Bost Road Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.24 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Center Crossing | 1 Bdrm | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lenoir Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lenoir Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lenoir Apartment is $406 at Center Crossing.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lenoir Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lenoir is starting from $1,100 at Meadowood Garden.
What is the most affordable Lenoir Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lenoir Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at FG Communities at Green Mountain and starts from $1,175.
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