
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkesboro, NC from $500 (34 Rentals)
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105 W North St

Flats at Statesville

The Retreat at Statesville

197 Old US Highway 321

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes

Huntington Park Apartments

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes
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Hickory Trace Village Apartments

The Abbey

Apartments on 20th

The Village at Catawba Ridge

Landings & Villas of Hickory

Mallard Creek Apartments

Argyle Place

The Villas at Pebble Creek
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171 Leola St

Blue Bell at Lenoir Mills

Studio West Apartments

Meadowood Garden

Wellington Place

Cedar Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Hickory East

150 Mt Pilot Mhp Dr
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Grandview Ridge Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

The Fields Conover

120 Stocks Dr

Waterford Place

9303 Nc Highway 88 E

1421 Piedmont Dr NW

562 Nikanor Rd
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243 Boomer Comm Center Rd

609 C St
Wilkesboro, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkesboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilkesboro Studio Apartments | $1,287 | $775 | $1,950 |
| Wilkesboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,346 | $515 | $2,163 |
| Wilkesboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $600 | $3,090 |
| Wilkesboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,480 | $699 | $2,900 |
| Wilkesboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $859 | $799 | $899 |
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Cheapest Available Wilkesboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkesboro, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $515. Viewmont Pointe in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wilkesboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $515 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Hickory Trace Village Apartments | One Bedroom East - Center Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Ask us about our Move in Special.. | 2BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkesboro, NC and Nearby
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkesboro area is the $1.16 price per square foot THREE BEDROOM GARDEN LARGE Model at Huntington Park Apartments in the in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Wilkesboro apartment is the 3x3 Premium Model at Mountaineer Village starting at $795 with a $0.66 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Wilkesboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Park Apartments | THREE BEDROOM GARDEN LARGE | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.66 |
| Waterford Place | Encarta | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Wellington Place | The Hampton | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Viewmont Pointe | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| The Finmore at 241 | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Abbey | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wilkesboro Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wilkesboro?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wilkesboro is at Viewmont Pointe listed at $700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkesboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkesboro Apartment is $515 at The Retreat at Statesville.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wilkesboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wilkesboro is starting from $1,100 at Mallard Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Wilkesboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Wilkesboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes and starts from $1,300.
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