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Watauga Square

Buccaneer Court

Greenwood Farms Apartments

Presswood Court

Axis on Roan

Sterling Hills Apartments

River View Townhomes

Charleston Square Townhomes

Beaver Hollow Apartments
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101 Park Place Ave

Rosemont

Blue Ridge Apartments

Studio West Apartments

Morganton Trading Company

Forest View Apartments

Antioch Landing

Woodbridge Apartments

Cedarbrook Apartments

The Condominiums at Cedarwood
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The Emerson Apartments

Plaza View Luxury Condominiums

Park View Apartments

Murphy`s Farm Apartments

Creekside at Weaverville

The Holston

The Retreat at Weaverville

Park Place Apartments

The Henry on Main

The Everly Apartments
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Palisades at Reems Creek

Burlington Mill Apartments

Riverview Apartments

200-206 S Boone St

150 Scenic Apt Rd

2353 US-70

2842 Dale St

198 Valley St

Eli's Place

Pleasant View Apartments on Cherokee
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Paxton Place

28 Park Ave

Union Square Apartments

164 N Spring St

Bost Road Apartments

122 Jefferson St

44 Catawba Valley Ct

494 Cranberry St

94 Westminster Terrace

78 Ben St
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Penland, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penland Studio Apartments | $1,090 | $850 | $1,400 |
| Penland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,277 | $825 | $1,655 |
| Penland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,729 | $900 | $2,219 |
| Penland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,861 | $899 | $2,499 |
| Penland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $700 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Penland Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penland, NC is a Studio unit found at 197 Old US Highway 321 priced from $725. Watauga Square in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $817. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Penland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
| Greenwood Farms Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Sterling Hills Apartments | Garden_First Floor | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| River View Townhomes | 1 Bedroom First Level | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Beaver Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom S60 | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 101 Park Place Ave | One Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Charleston Square Townhomes | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,145 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penland, NC and Nearby
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penland area is the $0.43 price per square foot College Heights Model at College Heights in the in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood starting from $650. The second greatest value Penland apartment is the C1 Lodge Model at Highpointe starting at $899 with a $0.67 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Penland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Heights | College Heights | 4BR,4BA | $0.43 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.67 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Antioch Landing | Antioch 907 2B 1.5B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Positive Way Apartments | Positive Way | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Beaver Hollow Apartments | 2 Bedroom S60 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penland Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penland?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penland is at 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penland Apartment is $817 at Watauga Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penland Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penland is starting from $1,000 at Beaver Hollow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Penland Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penland Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Charleston Square Townhomes and starts from $1,295.
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