Cheap Apartments for Rent in the River Arts District Asheville, NC from $600 (9 Rentals)
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River Arts District, Asheville, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Arts District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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River Arts District Studio Apartments | $1,520 | $1,314 | $2,060 |
River Arts District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,793 | $1,255 | $2,860 |
River Arts District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,238 | $1,349 | $4,500 |
River Arts District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $1,599 | $4,075 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the River Arts District Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available River Arts District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the River Arts District area of Asheville, NC is a Studio unit found at Enclave Piney Mountain priced from $1,174. Ascent Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,349. Here are the most affordable River Arts District apartments for rent in Asheville, NC:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Enclave Piney Mountain | AL1 | Studio,1BA | $1,174 |
Ascent Apartment Homes | Marigold | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Arts District, NC
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Arts District area is the $2.10 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Residences at Grove Arcade in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value River Arts District apartment is the A1D Model at The District starting at $1,650 with a $2.07 price per square foot in the Arbor Ridge neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Arts District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Residences at Grove Arcade | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
The District | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
The Wyre | The Roberta | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
Reflection Pointe | YORK WITH BALCONY | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
Ascent Apartment Homes | Dandelion | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
360 Hilliard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
Hominy at RiverBlue | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.64 |
The Avery Asheville | S1- m1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
The Patton | S1 - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleRiver Arts District, Asheville, NC
Ranked #45
Among neighborhoods in Asheville, NC for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the River Arts District Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
63 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 River Arts District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Arts District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Arts District is at Enclave Piney Mountain listed at $1,174.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Arts District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Arts District Apartment is $1,299 at Enclave Piney Mountain.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Arts District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Arts District is starting from $1,349 at Ascent Apartment Homes.
What is the most affordable River Arts District Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Arts District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ascent Apartment Homes and starts from $1,599.
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