
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Salisbury, NC from $400 (20 Rentals)
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Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes

428 N Ellis St

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901 S Jackson St, Unit 4

Alexander Station Apartment Homes
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306 N Jackson Street

Villas at Hope Crest

Westbrook Trace Apartments

911-921 N Jackson St

East Winds Apartments

Hidden Cove
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Wiley School Apartments

501 E Franklin St

115 Cedar Dr

Colony Garden Apartments

Villas On Lash

Woodland Creek
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823 E Lafayette St

Nu Salisbury
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Salisbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Salisbury Studio Apartments | $741 | $685 | $925 |
| Cheap Salisbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,082 | $800 | $2,100 |
| Cheap Salisbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,285 | $880 | $1,835 |
| Cheap Salisbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $1,066 | $1,845 |
| Cheap Salisbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Salisbury, NC
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Salisbury, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Salisbury Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westwood | $1,399 | $685 | 47 |
| Downtown Salisbury | $1,510 | $895 | 30 |
| Oakland | $1,580 | $895 | 16 |
| Summit Coporate Center | $1,580 | $895 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Salisbury Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Salisbury, NC is a Studio unit found at Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes in the Westwood neighborhood priced from $685. Alexander Station Apartment Homes in the Summit Coporate Center neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Salisbury apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Alexander Station Apartment Homes | Studio- Alexander Station | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Villas On Lash | 1 Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Nu Salisbury | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Salisbury, NC
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Salisbury area is the $1.03 price per square foot 2A Model at Laurel Pointe in the in the Westwood neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Salisbury apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Courtyard on Main starting at $1,170 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Davidson neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Salisbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laurel Pointe | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Courtyard on Main | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| The Grand on Julian | The Tarheel - w/ Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Holly Leaf Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Nu Salisbury | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Crown Point at Sunset Drive - Salisbury | 1 x 1 Upgrade - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Nu Salisbury South | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1604 N Long St, Unit 1 | 1604 N Long St | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 901 S Jackson St, Unit 4 | 901 S Jackson St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Salisbury Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Salisbury?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Salisbury is under $1,099.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Salisbury?
The cheapest apartment in Salisbury is Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Salisbury costs $1,517.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Salisbury?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Salisbury that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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