Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NC

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Apartments For Rent Near Highlands, NC

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Average Rent Trends in Highlands, NC

Rent in Highlands, NC varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Nov 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jun 2025.
MonthAverage rent
Dec 2025$3,000
Jan 2026$4,450
Feb 2026$4,950
Mar 2026$3,000
Apr 2026$2,495
May 2026$4,950
Jun 2026$7,750
Jul 2026$5,200
Aug 2026$5,200
Sep 2026$4,950
Oct 2026$3,600
Nov 2026$3,600
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Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type

In November 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
1 bed2 beds3 beds4 bedsAll
All home types$1,600$3,600$3,500$4,950$3,600
Townhomes$1,600$12,000——$1,600
Apartments and Condos—$7,500——$1,500
Houses—$3,600$3,500$4,950$3,600

Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Highlands, NC

  • What is the average rent of an apartment in Highlands, NC?
    The average rent of an apartment in Highlands, NC is $1,500 per month. This is about 22% lower than the national average.
  • What are the cheapest months to find an apartment to rent in Highlands, NC?
    Last year, the cheapest month to find an apartment to rent was Aug 2025 when it was $2,980 per month.
  • How many cheap apartments are available in Highlands, NC?
    There are 2 apartments to rent that are cheaper than the city’s average rent of $3,600.
  • When is the average rent most expensive in Highlands, NC?
    In the last year, the average rent in Highlands, NC was highest in Jun 2025 when it was $7,000 per month.
  • How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Highlands, NC?
    The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Highlands, NC is $1,600 per month. That is about $100 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
  • What are some zip codes in Highlands, NC?
    Highlands, NC includes zip codes such as: 28741.
  • What are some cities near Highlands, NC?
    Some nearby cities include: Cashiers, Scaly Mountain, Sky Valley, Glenville, Dillard. These cities may have more rental options to explore.