
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 | $1,574 | $1,360 | $2,060 |
Downtown Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,825 | $835 | $4,400 |
Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $978 | $4,566 |
Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $1,107 | $6,035 |
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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. Woods Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. 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 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Enclave Piney Mountain | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,326 |
Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $1.65 price per square foot A2-2 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $1,808. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the 3 bed/1 bath townhome Model at The Northside at Merrimon starting at $1,889 with a $1.82 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 | $1.65 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 3 bed/1 bath townhome | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
47 Aurora Dr, Unit #6 | 47 Aurora Dr | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
The District | A1H | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
The Harrison | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
Skyloft Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Beaucatcher Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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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
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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 Retreat At Hunt Hill listed at $1,360.
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.
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