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The Retreat at Statesville
194 N Pointe BlvdStatesville, NC 28625
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Flats at Statesville
119 Future WayStatesville, NC 28625
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296 Muellers CirStatesville, NC 28625
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1878 Simonton RdStatesville, NC 28625
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Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes
138 Signal Hill DrStatesville, NC 28625
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The Village at Catawba Ridge
1655 20th Ave DrHickory, NC 28601
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4000 N Center StHickory, NC 28601
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1250 5th St NEHickory, NC 28601
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Bluebird Commons
110 Stockton StStatesville, NC 28677
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Apartments on 20th
1755 20th Avenue Dr NEHickory, NC 28601
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Hays, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hays?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hays Studio Apartments | $1,258 | $775 | $1,844 |
| Hays 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,176 | $436 | $2,100 |
| Hays 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,433 | $507 | $3,000 |
| Hays 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $869 | $2,400 |
| Hays 4 Bedroom Apartments | $942 | $800 | $1,129 |
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Cheapest Available Hays Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hays, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Statesville priced from $436. 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 Hays apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $436 |
| The Cottages of Boone | E4 Duplex | 5BR,5BA | $879 |
| The Village at Catawba Ridge | Studio Standard-Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Mallard Creek Apartments | One Bedroom - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes | Studio- Standard- Call For Availability | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC and Nearby
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $1.20 price per square foot Cedar Rock 3 Bedroom Model at Apartments on 20th in the in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Hays apartment is the C3 Cottage Model at The Cottages of Boone starting at $1,040 with a $0.77 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Hays apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Apartments on 20th | Cedar Rock 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| The Cottages of Boone | C3 Cottage | 3BR,3BA | $0.77 |
| 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 |
| The Villas at Pebble Creek | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Phillips Landing Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| The Village of Meadowview | v2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Huntington Park Apartments | TWO BEDROOM GARDEN | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
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12 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
11 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hays Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hays?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hays is at Signal Hill Apartments and Townhomes listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hays Apartment is $436 at The Retreat at Statesville.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hays Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hays is starting from $507 at The Retreat at Statesville.
What is the most affordable Hays Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hays Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Cottages of Boone and starts from $1,040.
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