
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Penrose, NC from $300 (42 Rentals)
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Venture at Lake Julian

Weirbridge Village

Universal at Lakewood

Hawthorne at Southside

Reserve at Biltmore Park

Brittany Place Hendersonville

Dilworth
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Retreat at Arden Farms

Goldelm at The Views

Vetra Asheville

Mountain View

Creekside at Arden

The Villas at Avery Creek

Avalon at Sweeten Creek

Palisades of Asheville
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Skyland Exchange Apartments

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Audubon Place

Aventine Asheville

Seasons at Cane Creek

Burton Hills

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Charleston at the Meadows
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Ballantyne Commons of Hendersonville

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The Ashe

Groves at Town Center

Rockberry

Hawthorne at Mills Gap

Venture at Long Shoals

23 Blackjack Rd
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Hawkins Pointe

16 Tuckaway Ln

57 Tuckaway Ln

730 Oakland St

54 Dillingham Rd

528 Fleming St

506 Knob Rd

818 3rd Ave W
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1749 Haywood Manor Rd

SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes
Penrose, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrose Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $1,055 | $1,500 |
| Penrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,219 | $2,327 |
| Penrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $1,299 | $3,025 |
| Penrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,599 | $3,245 |
| Penrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,050 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Available Penrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penrose, NC is a Studio unit found at Kensington Place in the King Heights neighborhood priced from $1,055. Venture at Lake Julian in the Kashmir neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,098. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Penrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kensington Place | Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,055 |
| Venture at Lake Julian | Glenville | Studio,1BA | $1,098 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Dogwood | Studio,1BA | $1,191 |
| Universal at Lakewood | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,219 |
| Brittany Place Hendersonville | The Grenadier | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Dilworth | The Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Sterling | 1BR,1BA | $1,278 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | A1 & A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,281 |
| Vetra Asheville | The Dogwood | 2BR,2BA | $1,299 |
| Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1,302 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, NC and Nearby
As of January 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penrose area is the $1.37 price per square foot Dogwood Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $3,050. The second greatest value Penrose apartment is the Chimney Rock Model at Mountain View starting at $1,799 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Bennington Oaks neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penrose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Artisan Living Mills River | Dogwood | 4BR,3BA | $1.37 |
| Mountain View | Chimney Rock | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Park Residence | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Clingmans Garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Skyland Exchange Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1031 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 2 Bedroom, 1.5BA Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.51 |
| Charleston at the Meadows | 2 Bed/1 Bath Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | A1 & A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Dilworth | The Pisgah | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penrose is at Kensington Place listed at $1,055.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment is $1,219 at Universal at Lakewood.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penrose is starting from $1,299 at Vetra Asheville.
What is the most affordable Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Vetra Asheville and starts from $1,599.
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