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226 Oak St

HendersonNC27536
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Crossdale Flats
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crossdale Flats

2105 Bogarde StDurham, NC 27705
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Warrenton Village
2 Bedroom Apartments

Warrenton Village

118 Warrenton Village DrWarrenton, NC 27589

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Highland Vista
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Vista

320 Hidden Valley DrCreedmoor, NC 27522
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Nelson, VA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Nelson Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Nelson, VA is a 1 Bed unit found at Dillard School priced from $533. Vivo Living Durham in the Downtown Durham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $805. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nelson apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dillard School1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$533
Vivo Living DurhamCARO-B - The Carolinas - BStudio,1BA$805
Willowdaile11S1BR,1BA$879
Regency Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$899
The Oaks at NorthgateThe Oak2BR,1BA$899
Strawberry Hill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$900
Carver Creek ApartmentsOne Bed, One Bath1BR,1BA$944
The Element Apartments1x1 Standard- Call for Availability1BR,1BA$950
SoHo Apartment Homes1x1 Standard-Call for Availability1BR,1BA$950
BLU Station ApartmentsOne Bedroom Standard-Call For Availability1BR,1BA$975

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nelson, VA and Nearby

As of February 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nelson area is the $1.32 price per square foot Susan Model at Hatcher Creek in the starting from $1,925. The second greatest value Nelson apartment is the 3/2 60% AMI Model at Pinewood Forest Apartments starting at $1,284 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nelson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hatcher CreekSusan3BR,2.5BA$1.32
Pinewood Forest Apartments3/2 60% AMI3BR,2BA$1.14
Ferrell Historic Lofts2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.07
New Brick Historic Lofts2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.28
Element at CreeksideTwo Bed/Two Bath 1058 sq. ft.2BR,2BA$1.30
Monarch ApartmentsMonarch - 2 bed (without W/D units)2BR,2BA$1.20
Madison Pointe2 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom2BR,1.5BA$1.19
Regency Place ApartmentsONE BEDROOM WITH DEN1BR,1BA$1.31
Warrenton VillageWelcome to Warrenton Village - 2 Beds | 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
Dillard School1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.79

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nelson Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nelson Apartment is $533 at Dillard School.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nelson is starting from $899 at The Oaks at Northgate.

What is the most affordable Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Nelson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pinewood Forest Apartments and starts from $1,284.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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

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