
Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC (92 Rentals)


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Northway at Windsor

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The Madison by Humboldt

Caitlin Station

The Carlisle at Delta Park

Marion Ridge

Crown Ridge

Northway at Sedgefield
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The Pointe on Lafayette

706 E Marion St, Unit 3

937 Kings Rd, Unit B

340 Hudson St

417 Atlantic Ave

413 Tracey St

731 W Marion St

2115 Cameo Dr

319 Clegg St

231 Dakar Dr
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3113 Old School Rd

105 Exeter Ln

305 Lineberger St

109 Embert Ln

1001 Wilmouth St

810 Kings Rd

816 Churchill Dr

416 Stroud Rd

1337 N Lafayette St

216 Lineberger St
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811 Kennedy St

3017 Arnold Dr

91 Edgemont Ave

1002 Hemlock Dr

107 Abernathy St

2043 Greenoak Dr

2128 Chatfield Rd

801 Phillips St

712 Espresso Dr

1205 S Lafayette St
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2816 Wilkshire Dr

824 Hamrick St

436 Luna Ln

2202 W Stage Coach Trail

1705 Windover Rd

1829 Quail Run Dr

208 W Main St

621 N Mountain St

107b Sador St

1533 S Battleground Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby Studio Apartments | $880 | $880 | $880 |
| Shelby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $725 | $1,415 |
| Shelby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $775 | $1,615 |
| Shelby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $1,225 | $1,925 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Shelby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,066 | $695 | $1,470 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,477 | $895 | $2,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $1,847 | $1,695 | $2,000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Shelby, NC?
As of today, September 03, 2026, there are currently 92 available Shelby apartments priced from $725 to $1,925, with an average monthly rent of $1,230.
What Shelby neighborhoods have the most available apartments?
There are 1 neighborhoods in the Shelby area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Loray Mill with 155 listings, Village at Fifth with 136 listings, and Uptown Shelby with 39 listings.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Shelby Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Shelby ranges from $725 to $1,415 with an average monthly rent of $1,105.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Shelby range from $775 to $1,615. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,240.
How expensive are Shelby Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 20 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Shelby on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,225 to $1,925 - averaging $1,444 for the location.
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