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391 Cook Rd

829 Main St
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5849 N Carolina Ave

155 Birkdale Ct

124 Saylor Ln
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151 Glen Oaks Rd

1565 Old Hwy 16

31 Hayden Burke Ln
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Hays, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hays?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hays 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,491 | $950 | $2,200 |
Hays 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,099 | $1,200 | $2,940 |
Hays 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,550 | $1,550 | $1,550 |
Hays 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,300 | $4,300 | $4,300 |
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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 Bluebird Commons priced from $350. The Retreat at Statesville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $436. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hays apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bluebird Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $350 |
The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $436 |
Summer Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC and Nearby
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hays area is the $0.96 price per square foot Cedar Rock 2 Bedroom Model at Apartments on 20th in the in the Oakwood Hillcrest neighborhood starting from $1,350. 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 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
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 |
Hickory Trace Village Apartments | Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath - East | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
The Village of Meadowview | v2-1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
Bluebird Commons | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
The Retreat at Statesville | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.62 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hays
What type of rentals are currently available in Hays?
There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Hays, NC with pricing that ranges from $436 to $3,000. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hays ranging from $550 to $4,300.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hays?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hays ranges from $550 to $4,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,954.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hays?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hays range from $869 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,940. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $800.
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