
Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelby, NC from $900 (14 Rentals)
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110 Teri Ct

419 Crawford St

431 Natures Trail

1062 College Ave

109 Embert Ln

924 Airline Ext
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414 Orange St

611 Buffalo St

307 Best St

1108 Toms St
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608 Park Ave

505 Martin St

712 Congress St
Shelby, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Shelby?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shelby 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,057 | $975 | $1,200 |
Shelby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,518 | $1,000 | $2,000 |
Shelby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,108 | $1,950 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Shelby, NC
Pricing Updated: 08/03/2025Current apartment rentals in the Shelby, 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 Shelby Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Uptown Shelby | $1,277 | $865 | 18 |
Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Carlisle at Delta Park in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood priced from $865. SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Carlisle at Delta Park | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | Welcome to The Pointe on Lafayette - 1 Bed | 1 ... | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $982 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $991 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC
As of August 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.12 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Caitlin Station in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $991. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 bath Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $982 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | Welcome to The Pointe on Lafayette - 1 Bed | 1 ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
The Madison by Humboldt | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Marion Ridge | Sweet Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby
What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC with pricing that ranges from $865 to $1,855. There are also 28 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $975 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby ranges from $975 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,561.
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