
Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelby, NC from $600 (9 Rentals)
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210 Morrison St

819 Buffalo St

109 Embert Ln

206 Esther Ct

1011 Earl St

506 E Circle Dr

411 W Circle Dr

602 Ligon St
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Shelby, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Shelby?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shelby 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $991 | $750 | $1,200 |
Shelby 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,416 | $1,100 | $1,995 |
Shelby 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,795 | $1,695 | $1,895 |
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Cheapest Available Shelby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at SH305-Chamberlain Pines (CHP) priced from $850. Washington Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $916. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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SH305-Chamberlain Pines (CHP) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $916 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $927 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC
As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby area is the $1.38 price per square foot 3BR/1.0BA Model at The Madison by Humboldt in the starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Shelby apartment is the Red Maple Model at Marion Ridge starting at $1,210 with a $1.34 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Madison by Humboldt | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
Marion Ridge | Red Maple | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
Caitlin Station | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Washington Square Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
The Pointe on Lafayette | 1B/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Palisades at Hickory Creek | The Dogwood with Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
SH101-College Road Apartments (RCA) | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
SH305-Chamberlain Pines (CHP) | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby
What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby?
There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Shelby, NC with pricing that ranges from $750 to $1,755. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby ranging from $695 to $1,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby ranges from $695 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,231.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
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