
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NC (25 Rentals)


Mountain Creek

Crescent Pointe

Balsam Mountain Apartments

Signature Hartwell Village

View at Blue Ridge

The Kenyon at Cross Creek

FIELD VILLAGE APARTMENTS

Palisades at Plott Creek

Summit at Cullowhee

Heritage Hills Apartments

The Riverhouse of Cullowhee

Windwood Apartments

2951 E Fork Rd

751 Sawgrass Cir

6435 Parkway Rd

84 Coleman Heights Ln
Highlands, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,424 | $930 | $1,649 |
Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $595 | $10,000+ |
Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $625 | $2,400 |
Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,899 | $585 | $10,000+ |
Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $953 | $724 | $1,399 |
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Largest Available Highlands and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Highlands, NC is found at Palisades at Plott Creek and is 949 square feet priced from $1,725. Shagbark has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 900 square feet and currently listed start at $850. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Highlands:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Palisades at Plott Creek | The Fairfield | 949 Sq Ft | $1,725 |
Shagbark | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 900 Sq Ft | $850 |
Mountain Creek | A4 | 734 Sq Ft | $1,650 |
Crescent Pointe | 1 bedroom patio | 730 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
Keoway Village Apartments | One Bedroom | 722 Sq Ft | $655 |
Cheapest Available Highlands and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 11, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Highlands, NC is the 1 Bedroom Model starting from $595 at The Riverhouse of Cullowhee . The second most affordable Highlands 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Keoway Village Apartments starting at $655 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Highlands is currently $1,543. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Highlands:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Riverhouse of Cullowhee | 1 Bedroom | $595 |
Keoway Village Apartments | One Bedroom | $655 |
Riverbank Commons | One Bedroom | $800 |
Windwood Apartments | Updated 1 Bed 1 Bath | $850 |
Shagbark | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $850 |
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Bike Score®
25 / 100
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Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Highlands Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is $1,543.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Highlands is a 949 square feet unit starting from $1,725 at Palisades at Plott Creek.
What is the average size for Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Highlands is currently 466 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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