
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wilkesboro, NC from $500 (32 Rentals)
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1003 Elm St

1003 Elm St

Walden Ridge

The Retreat at Statesville

Flats at Statesville

197 Old US Highway 321

Summer Pointe Apartment Homes
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New River Farms Apartments

Huntington Park Apartments

Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes

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Hickory Trace Village Apartments

Mallard Creek Apartments

Apartments on 20th

The Village at Catawba Ridge

Hickory East
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Landings & Villas of Hickory

The Abbey

Argyle Place

The Villas at Pebble Creek

Studio West Apartments

171 Leola St

150 Mt Pilot Mhp Dr

Grandview Ridge Apartments
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Viewmont Square

The Fields Conover

2191 Maple Valley

Waterford Place Apartments

Viewmont Pointe

609 C St

252 Wilcox Dr

143 Ridge Crest Dr
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Wilkesboro, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilkesboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wilkesboro Studio Apartments | $1,249 | $775 | $1,900 |
| Cheap Wilkesboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $515 | $2,163 |
| Cheap Wilkesboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,473 | $600 | $3,090 |
| Cheap Wilkesboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $699 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Wilkesboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $939 | $800 | $1,139 |
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Cheapest Available Wilkesboro Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wilkesboro, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $600. Flats at Statesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. 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 | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $600 |
| Flats at Statesville | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $691 |
| 197 Old US Highway 321 | Standard Studio Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $725 |
| Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | ONE BEDROOM GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Apartments on 20th | Eastside 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wilkesboro, NC
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wilkesboro area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1005 8th St Model at 1005 8th St, Unit 8th Street in the starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Wilkesboro apartment is the 3x3 Premium Model at Mountaineer Village starting at $825 with a $0.69 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1005 8th St, Unit 8th Street | 1005 8th St | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Mountaineer Village | 3x3 Premium | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
| The Gates at Highland apartment homes | The Fleetwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Highland Commons | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Partially Remodeled | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Hickory East | 2 bedroom B | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $0.63 |
| Viewmont Square | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Flats at Statesville | 2bds | 2BR,1BA | $0.66 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | ONE BEDROOM GARDEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 197 Old US Highway 321 listed at $725.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkesboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wilkesboro Apartment is $899 at Huntington Park Apartments.
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 $600 at The Retreat at Statesville.
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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