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49 Crooked Fork Ln

Groves at Waters Edge

Mountain Creek

Palisades at Plott Creek

Givens Great Laurels

1140 Oakdale Rd

104 Mississippi Ave

1 Gables Pl
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The Villas at Avery Creek

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Hawthorne at Bear Creek

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Reserve At McIntosh

Vetra Asheville

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Westmont Commons
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85 Short St

Haven at Enka Lake

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Hominy at RiverBlue

Robinson Ridge Apartments

Hawthorne at Haywood

Dream Asheville Exchange

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The Ashe

Haywood Village
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Hawthorne at Holbrook

360 Hilliard Apartments

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The Hominy

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159 Jb Ivey Ln, Unit Farmhouse Charmer II

The Riverhouse of Cullowhee

157 Citadel Dr

769 Cane Creek Rd

34 Misty Mountain Way

5 Misty Mountain Way
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180 Helen Zachary Rd

462 Tunnel Mountain Rd
Waynesville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waynesville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waynesville Studio Apartments | $1,431 | $1,250 | $1,520 |
| Waynesville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $861 | $2,772 |
| Waynesville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $675 | $4,257 |
| Waynesville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $750 | $3,212 |
| Waynesville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $625 | $2,850 |
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Cheapest Available Waynesville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waynesville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Crowell Square in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood priced from $861. Creekside at Asheville in the Dover Charles Travis neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waynesville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowell Square | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $861 |
| Creekside at Asheville | Ashe 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,175 |
| The Villas at Avery Creek | 1 Bedroom First Level - 680sf | 1BR, 1BA | $1,189 |
| Hawthorne at Bear Creek | The Cove | 1BR, 1BA | $1,201 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Arden | 1BR, 1BA | $1,208 |
| Ascent Apartment Homes | Dandelion | 1BR, 1BA | $1,224 |
| Reserve at Biltmore Park | Buncombe | 1BR, 1BA | $1,255 |
| Dilworth | The Mitchell | 1BR, 1BA | $1,265 |
| Riverstone Apartments at Long Shoals | Arlington | 1BR, 1BA | $1,267 |
| Reflection Pointe NC | The York with Balcony | 1BR, 1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waynesville, NC and Nearby
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waynesville area is the $1.52 price per square foot CLEMENT Model at The Townes at Fountain Park in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value Waynesville apartment is the The Twin Falls Model at Groves at Waters Edge in the Haywood County neighborhood starting at $1,735 with a $1.55 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waynesville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Townes at Fountain Park | CLEMENT | 3BR, 2.5BA | $1.52 |
| Groves at Waters Edge | The Twin Falls | 2BR, 2BA | $1.55 |
| Dream Asheville Exchange | B2S | 2BR, 1BA | $1.55 |
| White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR, 2BA | $1.60 |
| Haywood Village | Roan | 2BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| Seasons at Biltmore Lake Condominiums | Summer | 2BR, 2BA | $1.38 |
| Creekside at Arden | Arden 2A | 2BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Westmont Commons | Chalet | 1BR, 1BA | $1.57 |
| Retreat at Arden Farms | Arden | 1BR, 1BA | $1.52 |
| Crowell Square | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waynesville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waynesville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waynesville is at Hominy at RiverBlue listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waynesville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waynesville Apartment is $861 at Crowell Square.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waynesville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waynesville is starting from $1,025 at Crowell Square.
What is the most affordable Waynesville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Waynesville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hawthorne at Bear Creek and starts from $1,530.
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