
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC from $300 (46 Rentals)
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Maple Hall Apartments

200 Cowan St

The Farmstead at Mill Spring

Creekside Apartments

1022 West Apartment Homes

Stonecrest Apartments

The Orchard Apartment Homes

The Bryant
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Tree Top Apartments

Cain Mobile Home Park

The Carlisle at Delta Park

Autumn Park Apartments

The Pointe on Lafayette

Aventine at Skylyn Apartments

Caitlin Station

Village at Mills Gap

Sage at Martin Ln
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The Madison by Humboldt

Wilson Place

Promenade at Boiling Springs

Northway at Sedgefield

Universal at Boiling Springs

Autumn Park Apartments Phase II

Washington Square Apartments

Villas at Lawson Creek

LOFTS AT INMAN MILLS
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238 Georgia St

The Springs

Peachtree Village

135 West St

131 Carriage Pl, Unit Apt 4

The Highlands

Chamberlain Pines

The Carriage House Apartments

148 Illinois St
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218 Lovelace Rd

Residences at Humboldt Park

3126 US-221

3 Webb Rd

Windsor Palms Apartment Homes

SH302-Chamberlain Oaks Apartments (CHO)

1705 Windover Rd

3875 Old Fort Sugar Hill Rd

3 Pine Ln
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28 Park Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rutherfordton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rutherfordton Studio Apartments | $802 | $795 | $810 |
| Rutherfordton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,180 | $774 | $1,820 |
| Rutherfordton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,378 | $300 | $2,439 |
| Rutherfordton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $700 | $2,349 |
| Rutherfordton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $632 | $619 | $665 |
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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 $790. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rutherfordton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmstead at Mill Spring | Glamping Tents | 2BR,1BA | $300 |
| 1022 West Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $790 |
| Stonecrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
| The Orchard Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $864 |
| Tree Top Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Bryant | 1 Bed 1 Bath - Silver | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | One Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po... | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Windsor Palms Apartment Homes | Ascot | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Aventine at Skylyn Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Autumn Park Apartments | 1x1 with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rutherfordton, NC and Nearby
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rutherfordton area is the $1.22 price per square foot 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome with Garage Model at Universal at Boiling Springs in the starting from $1,759. The second greatest value Rutherfordton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 28 Park Ave starting at $1,200 with a $1.14 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rutherfordton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Universal at Boiling Springs | 3 Bedroom, 2.5BA Townhome with Garage | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| 28 Park Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.14 |
| Northway at Sedgefield | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Creekside Apartments | 2/2 garden | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Sage at Martin Ln | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Stonecrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Auden Upstate | 2 BR / 2 BA-2.1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| The Pointe on Lafayette | One Month Free + $50 App Fee Refunded at The Po... | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Orchard Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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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 $860 at Stonecrest Apartments.
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.
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