
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NC from $600 (36 Rentals)
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102 Loganshire Way

College Court

Briarcliff Apartments

Beacon Pointe - Wilson

Bramblewood Apartments

The Lofts at Whirligig Station

Villages at Heritage Place Apartments

The Bluebird
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Centro at Pine Nash

Parkside Village

The Reserve at White Oak

Amelia Village

Nash Street Lofts

Summit Place Apartments

Spinning Mill Lofts
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The View at Wayne National

Sheridan Forest Apartments

Sterling Pointe Town Homes

Pender Crossing

Cameron

Beech Street Apartments

4652 Stevens Sausage Rd

111 Waldrop Rd

Caswell at Cambridge
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Riverwood Villas

152 Ebenezer Church Rd

300 Ricks Rd

300 Ricks Rd

Walton Farms

903 S Andrews Ave

Thornberry Park

610 3rd St

402 Collier St
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Princeton, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Princeton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Studio Apartments | $1,353 | $1,155 | $1,553 |
| Princeton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $925 | $1,925 |
| Princeton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $950 | $2,410 |
| Princeton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $1,159 | $2,870 |
| Princeton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,399 | $2,700 |
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Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Pender Crossing in the Westwood Village neighborhood priced from $620. Cameron in the Westwood Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $884. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pender Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $620 |
| Cameron | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Beech Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Beacon Pointe - Wilson | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1,003 |
| Bramblewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Villages at Heritage Place Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| Oakbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Cuyler Best Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NC and Nearby
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.32 price per square foot Bailey 2 Model at Walton Farms in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the The Winchester Model at Thornberry Park starting at $1,386 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Westwood Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walton Farms | Bailey 2 | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.32 |
| Thornberry Park | The Winchester | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Alcove Garner Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Sheridan Forest Apartments | Sheridan Forest Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment Home | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| Summit Place Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Briarcliff Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Pender Crossing | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Beacon Pointe - Wilson | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| College Court | 1 Bedroom - Upgraded | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Cameron | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Centro at Pine Nash listed at $1,296.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $884 at Cameron.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Princeton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $620 at Pender Crossing.
What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pender Crossing and starts from $690.
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