
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Spencer, NC from $600 (56 Rentals)
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North Point and Hallmark Apartments

Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes

306 N Jackson Street

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Lexington Park Apartments

Alexander Station Apartment Homes

The Retreat at Kannapolis

Fairview Village

The Ridges

Kannan Station Apartment Homes
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Laurel Pointe

Nu Salisbury South

Courtyard on Main

Lexington Station

30 E 4th St

Forest Village

Reserve at Regents Center

122 W 12th St

Crown Point at Sunset Drive - Salisbury

Rowan Woodland
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Ashford Place Apartments

Chesney Woods Apartments

Meadow Creek Townhomes

Holly Leaf Apartments

200 Main

The Retreat at Concord Apartments

Vida Kannapolis

The Grand on Julian

The Vive at Kellswater

Washington Building
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Argento at Kellswater Bridge Apartments

Graces Reserve

Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport

911-921 N Jackson St

East Winds Apartments

Wiley School Apartments

501 E Franklin St

Parkview Apartments

205 E First Street Apartments

Ashton Woods
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805 S Caldwell St

516 Flats

Salisbury Village at Castlewood

1417 W Bank St

309 Crown Point Dr

Oak Ridge Duplexes

Walter, Park & Wood

1703-1727 Inspired Way

721 S Church St

White Oak Apartments
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Spencer, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Studio Apartments | $1,296 | $817 | $1,930 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,369 | $825 | $1,805 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,493 | $800 | $2,630 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,066 | $1,930 |
| Spencer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,330 | $1,330 | $1,330 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Spencer, NC
Pricing Updated: 04/12/2026Current apartment rentals in the Spencer, 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 Spencer Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Spencer | $1,795 | $1,795 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at North Point and Hallmark Apartments in the Davidson neighborhood priced from $800. Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes in the Westwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $812. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Point and Hallmark Apartments | HALLMARK TOWNHOME | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $812 |
| 27 Hege Drive | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lexington Park Apartments | Cozy One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $920 |
| Alexander Station Apartment Homes | Studio- Alexander Station | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Fairview Village | 1 Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| The Ridges | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Kannan Station Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| Laurel Pointe | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, NC and Nearby
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $1.23 price per square foot Reduced rates equal 2 months free for a 12 mont... Model at The Bridges Of Cabarrus in the in the Oak Crest neighborhood starting from $1,413. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport starting at $1,525 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Oak Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spencer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bridges Of Cabarrus | Reduced rates equal 2 months free for a 12 mont... | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport | 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Washington Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Meadow Creek Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome Apartment Home with | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| North Point and Hallmark Apartments | TOWNHOME (NORTH POINT) | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Laurel Pointe | 2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Oak Ridge Duplexes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Chesney Woods Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| 306 N Jackson Street | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Nu Salisbury South | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spencer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spencer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spencer is at Lakewood I and II Apartment Homes listed at $812.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $745 at 27 Hege Drive.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is starting from $800 at North Point and Hallmark Apartments.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 30 E 4th St and starts from $1,200.
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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