
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Milton, NC from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Willow Creek

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Highland Heights Apartments

NorthPointe Apartments

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Lynn Street Lofts

The Venue Apartment Homes

Oakmont Apartments

Chatham Lofts

Parkridge Apartments
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Stonebrook Apartments

Woodland Heights Apartments

The Glenns at Elon

River District Lofts

Ashbury Square Apartments

Spring Forest at Deerfield

Carden Place Apartment Homes

Deerfield Crossing

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Heritage Apartments
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Fieldstone Apartment Homes

Weddington Place

119 South

Elon Place Apartments

Alexander Pointe Apartments

May Hosiery Lofts

Legacy at Baldwin Ridge Apartments

The Lofts at White Furniture

Keystone At Mebane Oaks
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Dan River Crossing Apartments

Moore Apartments

Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing

Ray Commons

224 The Blvd

5109 Dry Fork Rd

Courtyard Apartments

58 West Apartments

863 Stokes St
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West Village Apartments

3553 Reeves Mill Rd

713 Springfield Rd

216 Charlotte Ave

121 Hamlin Ave

Banker's Loft - Furnished Lofts in Eden

TB Fitzgerald

726 Mountain Rd

118 Carrollton Rd
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223 Wendell Scott Dr
Milton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Milton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milton Studio Apartments | $1,271 | $1,105 | $1,500 |
| Milton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $533 | $1,757 |
| Milton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $695 | $2,174 |
| Milton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,708 | $1,150 | $2,368 |
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Cheapest Available Milton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Milton, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Dillard School priced from $533. Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing in the North Burlington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $685. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Milton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $533 |
| Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing | Provence Apartments | 4BR,2BA | $685 |
| Willow Creek | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $929 |
| The Venue Apartment Homes | Phase 1 - 1 x 1Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Parkridge Apartments | The Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Upstairs 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Stonebrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,062 |
| River District Lofts | River District Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Chatham Lofts | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Milton, NC and Nearby
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Milton area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Dan River Crossing Apartments in the starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Milton apartment is the Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,274 sqft Model at Carden Place Apartment Homes starting at $1,530 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Fieldstone Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Milton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Dan River Crossing Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Carden Place Apartment Homes | Three Bedroom 2 Bath - 1,274 sqft | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Spring Forest at Deerfield | Bordeaux | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| New Brick Historic Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Weddington Place | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Downstairs 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Alexander Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Luxury Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Stonebrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Milton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Milton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Milton Apartment is $533 at Dillard School.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Milton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Milton is starting from $695 at Willow Creek.
What is the most affordable Milton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Milton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Stonebrook Apartments and starts from $1,270.
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