Cheap Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC from $500 (14 Rentals)
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221 Long St, Unit Downstairs Bedroom

197 Old US Highway 321

1395 W King St
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1469 W King St
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Watauga County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Watauga County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watauga County Studio Apartments | $1,472 | $850 | $1,900 |
| Watauga County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $725 | $2,006 |
| Watauga County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,402 | $835 | $2,795 |
| Watauga County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,459 | $900 | $3,200 |
| Watauga County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,366 | $790 | $3,000 |
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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 New River Farms priced from $800. Highland Woods II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Watauga County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 4bd/2ba: Centrally Located! P... | 4BR,2BA | $800 |
| Highland Woods II | Highland Woods II - 1 Bed & Bath in 3-Bed/3-Bat... | 3BR,3BA | $900 |
| Boone Student Living | GC-D1 | 4BR,4BA | $925 |
| Peak of Boone | Studio - S2 | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Brown Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed/ 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,570 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Watauga County, NC
As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Watauga County area is the $1.57 price per square foot 2 x 2.5 Bedroom Model at Creekside Villas in the starting from $2,360. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekside Villas | 2 x 2.5 Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.57 |
| 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 | $0.81 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| Boone Student Living | CV-C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| New River Farms | New River Farms - 4bd/2ba: Centrally Located! P... | 4BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| 155b Clement St, Unit 155B CLEMENT ST | 155b Clement St | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Finmore at 241 | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| Peak of Boone | Studio - S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.64 |
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 Peak of Boone which is listed at $1,575, while the average apartment in Watauga County costs $2,010.
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 21 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 $1,006 which is $1,004 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Watauga County.
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