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Banner Elk, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Banner Elk?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Banner Elk 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,947 | $1,300 | $2,750 |
Banner Elk 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,564 | $1,310 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Banner Elk Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Banner Elk, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Watauga Square in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood priced from $817. The Cottages of Boone has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $879. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Banner Elk apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Watauga Square | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
The Cottages of Boone | E3 Triplex | 5BR,5BA | $879 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Banner Elk, NC and Nearby
As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Banner Elk area is the $0.77 price per square foot C3 Cottage Model at The Cottages of Boone in the starting from $1,040. The second greatest value Banner Elk apartment is the 4x4 Super Deluxe Model at Student Quarters Johnson City starting at $680 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Banner Elk apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Cottages of Boone | C3 Cottage | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
Student Quarters Johnson City | 4x4 Super Deluxe | 4BR,4BA | $0.52 |
Boone Student Living | HC-C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.67 |
The Finmore at 241 | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
197 Old US Highway 321 | Cedar Chalet | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.67 |
Plaza View Luxury Condominiums | 2 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
Park Place Apartments | 2 Bed x 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
The Village of Meadowview | v2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
Monarch 815 | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
Presswood Court | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Banner Elk
What type of rentals are currently available in Banner Elk?
There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Banner Elk, NC with pricing that ranges from $615 to $3,000. There are also 31 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Banner Elk ranging from $900 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Banner Elk?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Banner Elk ranges from $900 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,862.
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