
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lenoir, NC from $500 (52 Rentals)
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3342 Clay Dr, Unit 1

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133 Fairview Dr NW, Unit 3, Unit 3

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

5844 Blowing Rock Blvd, Unit 19, Unit 19

Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

310 Ridge St NW

229 Wilson St NW, Unit 2A

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RWL Apartments

2311 Central Dr

318 Glendale St NW

2050 Blowing Rock Blvd

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Hickory Trace Village Apartments

The Abbey

101 Park Place Ave

Apartments on 20th

Hickory East

Cedarbrook Apartments
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Waterford Place Apartments

The Villas at Pebble Creek

Argyle Place

Huntington Park Apartments

Morganton Trading Company

Forest View Apartments

29 North

Murphy`s Farm Apartments

Highland Commons

Woodbridge Apartments
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Wellington Place

The Condominiums at Cedarwood

Landings & Villas of Hickory

Plaza View Luxury Condominiums

136 Cedar Ave, Unit 138, Unit 138

Hawks Landing

Laurel Forest

Center Crossing

Kirkwood Grove Apartments

4390 Sawmills School Rd
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3309 Clarence Towery Cir

137 18th St NW

435 10th Ave Pl NE

1827 1st Ave NW

115 E Parker Rd

Viewmont Pointe

8364 Cedar St

Union Square Apartments

345 8th Ave Dr NW

341 8th Ave Dr NW
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Lenoir, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lenoir?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenoir 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,247 | $979 | $2,100 |
| Lenoir 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Lenoir 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $1,285 | $2,175 |
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Cheapest Available Lenoir Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lenoir, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Center Crossing in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood priced from $600. The Abbey in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lenoir apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Apartments on 20th | Waterside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Forest View Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Morganton Trading Company | 1 Bedroom Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 29 North | Hickory | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Murphy`s Farm Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,249 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lenoir, NC and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lenoir area is the $1.25 price per square foot 3 BR Model at 101 Park Place Ave in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Lenoir apartment is the 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model Model at Plaza View Luxury Condominiums starting at $1,300 with a $1.18 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 Park Place Ave | 3 BR | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| 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 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Woodbridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Center Crossing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Best Local Schools in Lenoir, NC
Davenport Elementary School
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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 $990 at The Abbey.
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 $600 at Center Crossing.
What is the most affordable Lenoir Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Lenoir Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Commons and starts from $1,375.
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