
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Penrose, NC from $300 (50 Rentals)
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Kensington Place

Universal at Lakewood

Weirbridge Village

Hawthorne at Southside

Reserve at Biltmore Park

Venture at Lake Julian

Creekside at Arden

Goldelm at The Views

The Villas at Avery Creek
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Skyland Exchange Apartments

Brittany Place Hendersonville

Seasons at Cane Creek

Dilworth

Audubon Place

The Aventine Asheville

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Palisades of Asheville

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Mountain View
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Ballantyne Commons of Hendersonville

Retreat at Arden Farms

Charleston at the Meadows

Dream Asheville Exchange

Avalon at Sweeten Creek

The Wilmont at Hendersonville

Vetra Asheville

Rockberry

Argento on the Broad

Burton Hills
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Hawthorne at Mills Gap

The Summit Hendersonville

Chadwick Square Apartments

Groves at Town Center

51 Cushion Pl

The Highland

Hawkins Pointe

16 Tuckaway Ln

255 Kemp Rd

92 Maple Path Ln
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84 Maple Path Ln

201 Dogwood Path Ln

20 Northern Fairway Ct

5 Shadow Valley Dr

528 Fleming St

321 W Allen St

49 Spruce Path Ln

31 Pine Path Ln

SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes

1614 Brevard Rd
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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 | $1,232 | $1,106 | $1,443 |
| Penrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,495 | $942 | $2,298 |
| Penrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $1,127 | $3,195 |
| Penrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,108 | $1,309 | $3,042 |
| Penrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $3,151 | $3,201 |
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Cheapest Available Penrose Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Penrose, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Lakeshore Villas in the Kashmir neighborhood priced from $942. Kensington Place in the King Heights neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,080. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Penrose apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Kensington Place | Summit | Studio,1BA | $1,080 |
| Universal at Lakewood | 1 Bedroom First Level - 760sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Weirbridge Village | The Dogwood | Studio,1BA | $1,106 |
| Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $1,114 |
| Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Creekside at Arden | Arden Studio 1B | Studio,1BA | $1,254 |
| Brittany Place Hendersonville | The Grenadier | 1BR,1BA | $1,265 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom Second Level - 760sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
| Seasons at Cane Creek | One Bedroom Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, NC and Nearby
As of June 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penrose area is the $1.36 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $2,475. The second greatest value Penrose apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Park Residence starting at $1,675 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Barker Heights 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 | Magnolia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.36 |
| Park Residence | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Vetra Asheville | The Magnolia | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Chadwick Square Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| SouthRidge Apartments and Townhomes | Graybeard Townhouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Palisades of Asheville | The Brant with Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 51 Cushion Pl | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Charleston at the Meadows | 2 Bed/1 Bath Upgraded | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Lakeshore Villas | The Cove | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $1,080.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment is $942 at Lakeshore Villas.
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 $1,127 at Lakeshore Villas.
What is the most affordable Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakeshore Villas and starts from $1,309.
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