
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Pelham, NC from $500 (64 Rentals)
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Willow Creek

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Highland Heights Apartments

Glennwood Apartments

74-78 Halifax Dr

Hill Court Apartments

Northpointe

Residences at Forestdale

School Drive Apartments

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Lynn Street Lofts
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Chief Tassel

Meadow Run

Willow Creek Apartments

ONE Ellsworth

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Chatham Lofts

Oakmont Apartments

Emerald Court

Summit View

The Glenns at Elon
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Woodland Heights Apartments

May Hosiery Lofts

River District Lofts

West Pointe

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Ridge View Apartments

Weddington Place

Summerlyn Place

Cypress Pointe

Elon Place Apartments

Legacy at Baldwin Ridge Apartments
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Parliament House Apartments

Moore Apartments

Evellien & Provence: Townhomes + Apartments Student Housing

1455 Aspen St

100 Marshall Way

Ray Commons

3701 US-29 BUS

Fayette Street Lofts

224 The Blvd

175 Hamlin Ave
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704A Irving Ave

Phoenix Cinder

837 Melrose Ave

835 Glendale Ave

805 Moore St

Courtyard Apartments

58 West Apartments

202 Motley Ave

3553 Reeves Mill Rd

1318 Ridge Ave
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Pelham, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Pelham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pelham Studio Apartments | $978 | $795 | $1,283 |
| Pelham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,201 | $533 | $1,597 |
| Pelham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $695 | $1,975 |
| Pelham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $999 | $2,185 |
| Pelham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,699 | $1,699 |
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Cheapest Available Pelham Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Pelham, 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 Pelham 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 |
| Hill Court Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| School Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $921 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
| Chief Tassel | One Bed - Unfurnished | 1BR,1BA | $945 |
| Willow Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| ONE Ellsworth | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Venue Apartment Homes | Phase 1 - 1 x 1Standard-Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Upstairs 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pelham, NC and Nearby
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pelham area is the $1.28 price per square foot Townhome D Model at Catherine Place Townhomes in the in the Burlington neighborhood starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Pelham apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Lynn Street Lofts starting at $929 with a $0.77 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Pelham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catherine Place Townhomes | Townhome D | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| Lynn Street Lofts | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Summit View | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Ferrell Historic Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Emerson Point | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Weddington Place | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Dan River Crossing | DRC 1bedroom - Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Downstairs 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| School Drive Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Dillard School | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pelham Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Pelham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Pelham Apartment is $533 at Dillard School.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Pelham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Pelham is starting from $875 at Hill Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Pelham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Pelham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hill Court Apartments and starts from $999.
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