
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $300 (11 Rentals)
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Downtown Asheville, Asheville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Asheville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Asheville Studio Apartments | $1,457 | $1,142 | $3,634 |
Downtown Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $835 | $3,900 |
Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,155 | $978 | $4,500 |
Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,107 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Asheville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Asheville area of Asheville, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Maple Crest Apartments priced from $835. The Avery Asheville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,142. Here are the most affordable Downtown Asheville apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
The Avery Asheville | S1-80% | Studio,1BA | $1,142 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Enclave Piney Mountain | AL1 | Studio,1BA | $1,214 |
360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC
As of March 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.62 price per square foot A2-2 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $1,778. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the 2 bed/1 bath flat Model at The Northside at Merrimon starting at $1,415 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Rock Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
The District | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Beaucatcher Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Enclave Piney Mountain | AL1 | Studio ,1BA | $1.84 |
360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Asheville, Asheville, NC
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Downtown Asheville Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
91 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
54 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Asheville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Asheville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Asheville is at The Avery Asheville listed at $1,142.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment is $835 at Maple Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Asheville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Asheville is starting from $978 at Maple Crest Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Maple Crest Apartments and starts from $1,107.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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