
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Vilas, NC from $500 (36 Rentals)
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4146 NC 105 Hwy S

Twin Oaks Apartments

2762 US Highway 421 N

Sterling Hills Apartments

221 Long St, Unit Upstairs Bedroom (L), Unit Upstairs Bedroom (L)

Forrest Edge

197 Old US Highway 321

Presswood Court
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Axis on Roan

Holston View

1395 W King St

Willow Run

River View Townhomes

Charleston Square Townhomes

Pickens Bridge Village

Beaver Hollow Apartments

Stafford Street Village
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The Villas at Lavinder Lane

Promise Landing Apartments

Blue Ridge Apartments

The Emerson Apartments

171 Leola St

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

The Henry on Main

Studio West Apartments

Park Place Apartments
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Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

The Bungalow

2723 S Roan St

1387 Sugar Mountain 2 Rd

413 Grandpas Farm Rd

1411 St Louis St

Paxton Place

221 Valley Pike Rd

2121 Dave Buck Rd
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Vilas, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Vilas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vilas Studio Apartments | $1,446 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Vilas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $675 | $2,100 |
| Vilas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,482 | $714 | $3,400 |
| Vilas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,468 | $900 | $3,150 |
| Vilas 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,135 | $700 | $1,899 |
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Cheapest Available Vilas Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Vilas, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at Forrest Edge priced from $750. New River Farms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Vilas apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Edge | Forrest Edge Townhomes! - Roommate Matching Bed... | 4BR,4BA | $750 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - Roommate Matching Bedroom in ... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Highland Woods II | Highland Woods II - 3bd/3ba: Upscale Student-Li... | 3BR,3BA | $830 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Axis on Roan | 1 Bed x 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Standard at Boone | Tupelo 3 | 4BR,4BA | $899 |
| Holston View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Sterling Hills Apartments | Garden | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Boone Student Living | GC-D1 | 4BR,4BA | $925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Vilas, NC and Nearby
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Vilas area is the $0.63 price per square foot Trapper's Keep 1 Model at Trapper's Keep 1 in the starting from $875. The second greatest value Vilas apartment is the 3bed/3bath Master Layout Model at Turtle Creek West Apartments starting at $905 with a $0.65 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Vilas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trapper's Keep 1 | Trapper's Keep 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| Turtle Creek West Apartments | 3bed/3bath Master Layout | 3BR,3BA | $0.65 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Twin Oaks Apartments | 2BR/2BA Creek Crossing | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| Boone Student Living | CV-C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Positive Way Apartments | Positive Way | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - Roommate Matching Bedroom in ... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Harbor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Vilas Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Vilas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Vilas is at 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Vilas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Vilas Apartment is $895 at Presswood Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Vilas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Vilas is starting from $1,000 at Beaver Hollow Apartments.
What is the most affordable Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Vilas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Highland Woods II and starts from $830.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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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