
Cheap Homes for Rent in Mills River, NC from $1,400 (11 Rentals)
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Mills River, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Mills River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Mills River 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,902 | $1,400 | $3,300 |
Mills River 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,324 | $1,595 | $2,900 |
Mills River 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,712 | $1,995 | $3,495 |
Mills River 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Mills River, NC
Pricing Updated: 05/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Mills River, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Mills River Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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High Vista | $1,345 | $1,345 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Mills River Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mills River, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Universal at Lakewood priced from $1,269. Dilworth Apartment Homes in the Biltmore Lake neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mills River apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Universal at Lakewood | 1 Bedroom First Level - 680sf | 1BR,1BA | $1,269 |
Dilworth Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Sunroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
Skyland Exchange | 1BR 1BA (737 SF) | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Hawthorne at Southside | TIMELESS Richmond | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
Brittany Place Apartment Homes | The Grenadier | 1BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mills River, NC and Nearby
As of May 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mills River area is the $1.40 price per square foot Magnolia Model at Artisan Living Mills River in the in the Kayden Valley neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Mills River apartment is the Ramblewood Model at Reserve at Biltmore Park starting at $1,710 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Kashmir neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mills River apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Artisan Living Mills River | Magnolia | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.40 |
Reserve at Biltmore Park | Ramblewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.79 |
Goldelm at The Views | A1 The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
Ascot Point Village | Luxury Collection: Tranquility | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Audubon Place | The Finch | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
Ballantyne Commons Apartments | 1BR/1BA w/ Balcony | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Seasons at Cane Creek | Drake -Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
Dilworth Apartment Homes | One Bedroom Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Palisades of Asheville | The Drake w/ Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
Brittany Place Apartment Homes | The Grenadier | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Mills River
What type of rentals are currently available in Mills River?
There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Mills River, NC with pricing that ranges from $368 to $7,927. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mills River ranging from $1,400 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mills River?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mills River ranges from $1,400 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,662.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mills River?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mills River range from $1,695 to $7,927, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,750.
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