Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC from $500 (13 Rentals)
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1395 W King St

197 Old US Highway 321

535 Queen St

133 Boone Docks St, Unit 10
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watauga County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watauga County Studio Apartments | $1,440 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Watauga County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,095 | $2,006 |
| Watauga County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $835 | $2,795 |
| Watauga County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $830 | $2,900 |
| Watauga County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $790 | $2,510 |
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Cheapest Available Watauga County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Watauga County, NC is a 4 Beds unit found at Forrest Edge priced from $790. 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 Watauga County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forrest Edge | Forrest Edge Townhomes - 1 Bed & Bath in 4-Bed/... | 4BR,4BA | $790 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 1 Bedroom Available in a 4-Be... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| Highland Woods II | Highland Woods II - 1 Bed & Bath in 3-Bed/3-Bat... | 3BR,3BA | $830 |
| Boone Student Living | GC-D1 | 4BR,4BA | $925 |
| Brown Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Watauga County area is the $0.81 price per square foot 1101 Odes Wilson Rd Model at 1101 Odes Wilson Rd, Unit Apt B in the starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Watauga County apartment is the Clear Creek A Model at Hampton Estates Townhomes starting at $2,900 with a $1.98 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Watauga County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1101 Odes Wilson Rd, Unit Apt B | 1101 Odes Wilson Rd | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Hampton Estates Townhomes | Clear Creek A | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.98 |
| Trapper's Keep 1 | Trapper's Keep 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.63 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.78 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3X3 Standard | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| Boone Student Living | CV-C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 1 Bedroom Available in a 4-Be... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| The Finmore at 241 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watauga County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Watauga County?
The cheapest apartment in Watauga County is The Finmore at 241 which is listed at $1,809, while the average apartment in Watauga County costs $2,010.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Watauga County?
Cheap apartments in Watauga County have an average cost of $1,081 which is $929 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watauga County.
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