
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $800 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Asheville area of Asheville.


28 Ravenscroft Dr

29 Parkman Ave

330 Barnard Ave, Unit C - Upstairs 1 x 1

238 Waynesville Ave

29 Westwood Pl

37 Skyview Pl

444 Haywood Rd

7 Ridge St

181 Lookout Rd
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90 Fenner Ave

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Downtown Asheville, Asheville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Asheville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Asheville 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,210 | $1,400 | $3,200 |
Downtown Asheville 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,575 | $1,200 | $4,000 |
Downtown Asheville 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,173 | $2,700 | $6,500 |
Downtown Asheville 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,200 | $5,500 | $6,800 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 13 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. Enclave Piney Mountain has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,174. 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 |
Enclave Piney Mountain | AL1 | Studio,1BA | $1,174 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
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 April 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Asheville area is the $2.26 price per square foot 150 Waterrock Model at The Lofts at SS/150 in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $2,650. The second greatest value Downtown Asheville apartment is the A2-2 Model at White Oak Grove Apartments starting at $1,766 with a $1.61 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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The Lofts at SS/150 | 150 Waterrock | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
White Oak Grove Apartments | A2-2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 3 bed/1 bath townhome | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
Residences at Grove Arcade | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Willow Ridge | Asheville | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.73 |
The District | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
Skyloft Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Beaucatcher Flats | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Maple Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Asheville
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Asheville?
There are currently 133 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Asheville, NC with pricing that ranges from $835 to $4,500. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Asheville ranging from $800 to $6,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Asheville?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Asheville ranges from $800 to $6,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,980.
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