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197 Old US Highway 321
197 Old US Highway 321Blowing Rock, NC 28605
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC from $500 (11 Rentals)
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128 Zeb St
BooneNC28607
204 Watauga Dr
BooneNC28607
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4146 NC 105 Hwy S
4146 NC 105 Hwy SVilas, NC 28692
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Summit Woods Apts.; Close to App!
135 Summit Wood DrBoone, NC 28607
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Birch Tree Apartments
130 Birch StBoone, NC 28607
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Rock Cliff Apartments
1121-1221 Rock Cliff RdBoone, NC 28607
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Boone Village Club Apartments
259 Furman RdBoone, NC 28607
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164 Boone Creek Dr
164 Boone Creek DrBoone, NC 28607
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University Overlook
475 Blowing Rock RdBoone, NC 28607
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Stadium View Apartments
526 Stadium DrBoone, NC 28607
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Watauga County, NC Local Guide
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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 | $1,508 | $850 | $1,950 |
| Watauga County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,874 | $1,725 | $2,050 |
| Watauga County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,422 | $835 | $2,665 |
| Watauga County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $699 | $3,150 |
| Watauga County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,007 | $749 | $2,000 |
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Cheapest Available Watauga County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Watauga County, NC is a Studio unit found at 197 Old US Highway 321 priced from $725. The Standard at Boone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watauga County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| The Standard at Boone | Tupelo 2 | 4BR,4BA | $749 |
| Brown Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| Hampton Estates Townhomes | Clear Creek A | 3BR,2BA | $2,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC
As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watauga County area is the $1.98 price per square foot Clear Creek A Model at Hampton Estates Townhomes in the starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Watauga County apartment is the C1 Lodge Model at Highpointe starting at $899 with a $0.67 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampton Estates Townhomes | Clear Creek A | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.98 |
| Highpointe | C1 Lodge | 3BR,3BA | $0.67 |
| The Standard at Boone | Oak 1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.71 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.66 |
| Positive Way Apartments | Positive Way | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| The Finmore at 241 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| 303 Clint Norris Rd, Unit 303 Unit 2 | 303 Clint Norris Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Deluxe Studio Efficiency | Studio ,1BA | $3.45 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Watauga County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Watauga County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Watauga County is under $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Watauga County?
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 25 regular apartments in Watauga County 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 Watauga County?
Cheap apartments in Watauga County have an average cost of $1,093 which is $726 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watauga County.
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