Cheap Apartments for Rent in the UNC Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC from $1,100 (11 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in UNC Asheville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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UNC Asheville Studio Apartments | $1,539 | $1,360 | $1,975 |
UNC Asheville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,195 | $2,690 |
UNC Asheville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,162 | $1,295 | $4,500 |
UNC Asheville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,261 | $1,395 | $4,075 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the UNC Asheville Neighborhood of Asheville, NC.
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Cheapest Available UNC Asheville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the UNC Asheville area of Asheville, NC is a Studio unit found at Enclave Piney Mountain priced from $1,174. Woods Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here are the most affordable UNC Asheville 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 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Ascent Apartment Homes | Marigold | 2BR,1BA | $1,349 |
Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,360 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1,376 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in UNC Asheville, NC
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the UNC Asheville area is the $1.58 price per square foot C2 Model at Ridge View Apartments in the in the Rock Springs neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value UNC Asheville apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Residences at Grove Arcade starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 price per square foot in the Rock Springs neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for UNC Asheville apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Ridge View Apartments | C2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.58 |
Residences at Grove Arcade | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.10 |
17 1/2 Oaklawn Avenue, Unit 17.5 Oaklawn Ave Cottage | 17 1/2 Oaklawn Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
The Northside at Merrimon | 2 bed/1 bath flat | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Woods Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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 |
Retreat At Hunt Hill | Nantahala-S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.52 |
The Avery Asheville | S1- m1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.07 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the UNC Asheville Neighborhood in Asheville, NC
Walk Score®
31 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
6 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap UNC Asheville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in UNC Asheville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in UNC Asheville is at Enclave Piney Mountain listed at $1,174.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom UNC Asheville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom UNC Asheville Apartment is $1,195 at Woods Townhomes.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom UNC Asheville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in UNC Asheville is starting from $1,295 at Woods Townhomes.
What is the most affordable UNC Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap UNC Asheville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Woods Townhomes and starts from $1,395.
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