Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC from $300 (45 Rentals)

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Maple Hall Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Maple Hall Apartments

239 Maple StRutherfordton, NC 28139
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$1,200

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Base Rent$1,200
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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135 West St

SpindaleNC28160

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The Highlands
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Highlands

171 Butler RdForest City, NC 28043
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Chamberlain Pines
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Pines

1121-1126 Scottsdale DrShelby, NC 28150

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28 Park Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

28 Park Ave

28 Park AveMarion, NC 28752

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Rutherfordton, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rutherfordton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rutherfordton, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Farmstead at Mill Spring priced from $300. 1022 West Apartment Homes in the Cherokee County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherfordton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Farmstead at Mill SpringGlamping Tents2BR,1BA$300
1022 West Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$740
Residences at Humboldt Park1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$800
Chamberlain Pines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$825
The Orchard Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$864
The Madison by Humboldt1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Tree Top ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$899
The Pointe on LafayetteOne Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po...1BR,1BA$925
Aventine at Skylyn ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$933
Autumn Park Apartments1x1 with Sunroom1BR,1BA$935

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC and Nearby

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherfordton area is the $1.19 price per square foot B3HC Model at LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS in the starting from $1,420. The second greatest value Rutherfordton apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $1,245 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Cleveland County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rutherfordton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
LOFTS AT INMAN MILLSB3HC2BR,2BA$1.19
Washington Square ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.13
28 Park Ave2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.14
Stonecrest Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.02
Valley Falls Apartments2X22BR,2BA$0.78
Creekside Apartments2/2 garden2BR,2BA$1.04
Caitlin StationTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.10
Auden Upstate2 BR / 2 BA-2.12BR,2BA$0.94
The Pointe on LafayetteOne Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po...1BR,1BA$1.16
The Orchard Apartment Homes1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rutherfordton Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherfordton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Rutherfordton Apartment is $800 at Residences at Humboldt Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Rutherfordton Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Rutherfordton is starting from $300 at The Farmstead at Mill Spring.

What is the most affordable Rutherfordton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rutherfordton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Caitlin Station and starts from $1,123.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.