
Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelby, NC from $600 (10 Rentals)
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210 Morrison St

819 Buffalo St

506 E Circle Dr
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6040 Deep Green Dr

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926 Logan St

419 Crawford St
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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 | $1,027 | $695 | $1,745 |
Shelby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,405 | $878 | $1,995 |
Shelby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,627 | $1,350 | $1,775 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Shelby, NC
Pricing Updated: 06/23/2025Current 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 | $795 | 20 |
Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Residence at Humboldt Park in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood priced from $825. The Carlisle at Delta Park in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. 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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Residence at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Model 1A | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.27 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Northway at Sedgefield in the in the Uptown Shelby neighborhood starting from $1,325. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the Welcome to The Pointe on Lafayette - 2 Beds | 1... Model at The Pointe on Lafayette starting at $1,199 with a $1.26 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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Northway at Sedgefield | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | Welcome to The Pointe on Lafayette - 2 Beds | 1... | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Marion Ridge | Red Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Palisades at Hickory Creek | The Dogwood with Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
The Madison by Humboldt | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
The Carlisle at Delta Park | Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Residence at Humboldt Park | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby
What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC with pricing that ranges from $725 to $1,835. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $695 to $1,995.
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 $695 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,202.
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