Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC from $500 (34 Rentals)

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

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Chamberlain Pines
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chamberlain Pines

1121-1126 Scottsdale DrShelby, NC 28150

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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 1 Bed unit found at The Highlands priced from $655. Chamberlain Pines in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherfordton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Highlands1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$655
Chamberlain Pines1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Maple Hall Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$850
The Madison by Humboldt1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$865
The Carlisle at Delta ParkModel 1A1BR,1BA$865
The Bryant1 Bed 1 Bath - Silver1BR,1BA$899
Villas at Lawson CreekLancaster with Sunroom2BR,2BA$926
Aventine at Skylyn ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$933
The Pointe on Lafayette1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$949
Tree Top ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC and Nearby

As of December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rutherfordton area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Northway at Sedgefield in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Rutherfordton apartment is the 3BR/2.5BA Model at Sage at Chelsey starting at $1,449 with a $1.06 price per square foot . 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.
Northway at Sedgefield3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.10
Sage at Chelsey3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$1.06
The Hub at Palmetto PointeHUB-3x3C3BR,3BA$1.08
The Orchard Apartment Homesolvr2br2BR,1.5BA$1.00
SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO)2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$0.97
Valley Falls Apartments2X22BR,2BA$0.76
Sage at Martins Ln2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.06
Caitlin StationTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.12
Washington Square Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.14
Auden Upstate2 BR / 2 BA-2.12BR,2BA$0.93

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rutherfordton, NC

Ranked #106

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Rutherfordton, NC

Walk Score®

29 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $655 at The Highlands.

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 $850 at Maple Hall Apartments.

What is the most affordable Rutherfordton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Rutherfordton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Bryant and starts from $1,099.

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.