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Locust, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Locust Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Locust, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at 121 Heath St priced from $845. Wexford Apartment Homes in the Back Creek Downs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Locust apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
121 Heath StOne Bed1BR,1BA$845
Wexford Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$860
Allison HeightsAllison Heights2BR,1BA$995
Concord ChaseCornell1BR,1BA$1,063
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Waverly2BR,1BA$1,072

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Locust, NC and Nearby

As of May 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Locust area is the $1.40 price per square foot The Norchester Model at Pleasant View Apartments in the in the Hickory Ridge neighborhood starting from $1,646. The second greatest value Locust apartment is the 2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability Model at Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport starting at $1,550 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Oak Crest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Locust apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Pleasant View ApartmentsThe Norchester4BR,1.5BA$1.40
Crown Point Luxury Apartments at Kingsport2x2 Deluxe-Call For Availability2BR,2BA$1.36
Laurel ViewB12BR,2BA$1.42
Greens of Concord2 Bedroom Townhome2BR,2BA$1.24
Northway at WoodcrestRenovated3BR,1BA$1.46
Halton ParkStanley2BR,2BA$1.45
Allison HeightsAllison Heights2BR,1BA$1.00
Chesney Woods Apartment Homes2D2BR,1.5BA$1.28
American Ave NE2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.22
121 Heath StOne Bed1BR,1BA$1.41

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Frequently Asked Questions about Locust

What type of rentals are currently available in Locust?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Locust, NC with pricing that ranges from $533 to $3,868. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Locust ranging from $575 to $2,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Locust?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Locust ranges from $575 to $2,800 with an average monthly rent of $1,885.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Locust?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Locust range from $1,231 to $3,723, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,795 to $2,520. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,354 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,548.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Written by: Sandy Baker

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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