
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Staley, NC from $600 (20 Rentals)
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940 Center St

Clifton Place Apartments

Huffman Mill Townhomes

Residences at Forestdale

Trails End Apartments
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The Pointe

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Hanover Court Apartments

Stonecrest

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Brightwood Crossing
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2833 NC-87

8544 US Hwy 220 Business N

Arlington Apartments

6848 State Hwy 49

1562 Whitt Hunt Rd

2274 N Fayetteville St
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435 Ross St

7917 Wolf Ln
Staley, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Staley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staley Studio Apartments | $1,047 | $1,025 | $1,070 |
| Staley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,293 | $685 | $1,624 |
| Staley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $755 | $1,850 |
| Staley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $795 | $2,360 |
| Staley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,699 | $2,720 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Staley, NC
Pricing Updated: 04/14/2026Current apartment rentals in the Staley, 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 Staley Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| South West Albright | $1,325 | $1,000 | 12 |
Cheapest Available Staley Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Staley, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Arlington Apartments priced from $895. Clifton Place Apartments in the North Burlington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $947. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Staley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Apartments | Standard One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Clifton Place Apartments | Phase 2 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $947 |
| Residences at Forestdale | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Dolphin Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Huffman Mill Townhomes | 1B Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,047 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Staley, NC and Nearby
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Staley area is the $1.17 price per square foot D1 Model at Spire at Darrowby Ridge in the in the Lindley Park Estates neighborhood starting from $2,645. The second greatest value Staley apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Kirkwood Place Apartments starting at $1,415 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the North Burlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Staley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spire at Darrowby Ridge | D1 | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.17 |
| Kirkwood Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Trails End Apartments | 3X2 Nantahala | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| West Pointe | 32 | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Tripp Cottages | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Crescent Oaks | 2.2B P | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| Woodland Heights of Burlington | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Summerlyn Place | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Stonecrest | The Griffith | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Clifton Place Apartments | Phase 2 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Staley Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Staley?
The cheapest apartment in Staley is Arlington Apartments which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Staley costs $1,325.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Staley?
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 1 regular apartments in Staley that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Staley?
Cheap apartments in Staley have an average cost of $165 which is $1,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Staley.
Expert Rental Resources
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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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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Written by: Bob Mallory
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