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Apartments in Cullowhee

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$595
Highlands At Cullowhee Nice At A Great Price! Private Bedroom In A 4 Bedroom Apartment, Shared Common Area Next To Wcu.
21 Idylwood Dr Cullowhee, NC
4 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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$1,500
10 Captains Pt Unit 10
Cullowhee, NC
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,900
487 N Country Club Dr Unit E1
Cullowhee, NC
2 BR | Available Now
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$1,175
Remington Drive (upper)
130 Remington Dr Cullowhee, NC
2 BR | Available Now
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$950
Rent The Ideal Space: Studio Apartment For You
9 Pincushion Ln Jackson County, NC
Studio | Dec. 15, 2025
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$675 - 725
The Landing At Western Carolina
1 Landing Ln Cullowhee, NC
3 - 5 BR | Aug. 15, 2026
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6
$1,000
Sky At Cullowhee
563 N Country Club Dr Cullowhee, NC
Studio | Available Now
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$950
Rent The Ideal Space: Studio Apartment For You
9 Pincushion Ln Jackson County, NC
Studio | Dec. 16, 2025
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$1,100
Campus Apartments East
3110 Old Cullowhee Rd Cullowhee, NC
1 BR | Available Now
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$1,200
Wcu Student 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse 1 Mile From Wcu Campus $1200
419 N Country Club Blvd Cullowhee, NC
2 BR | Available Now
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$2,250
407 Monteith Gap
Cullowhee, NC
3 BR | Available Now
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$2,370
Regal English Tudor Home Near Castle Lady Hawk In Cullowhee Available Now For Year-long Lease $2370 A Month
25 Castle Ridge Rd Cullowhee, NC
3 BR | Available Now
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$600 - 999
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The Everson
4.8
36 Peak Dr Cullowhee, NC
1 - 4 BR | Available Now
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Bellamy Western
22 Fair Friend Circle Cullowhee, NC
4 BR | Available Now
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$1,600
139 Norway Dr
Cullowhee, NC
1 BR | Available Now
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$585 - 1,300
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Everson
36 Peak Dr Cullowhee, NC
1 - 4 BR | Available Now
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cullowhee?

Cullowhee Apartments
Bed Type Average Rent Range
1BR $1,100 $1,000 - $1,600
2BR $1,350 $1,180 - $1,900
3BR $2,250 $730 - $2,370
4+BR $650 $600 - $700
Frequently Asked Questions

How many apartments are available in Cullowhee, NC on Rentable.co?

Rentable.co has over 378 apartments available in Cullowhee.

What is the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Cullowhee, NC?

The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Cullowhee is around $1,100 per month.

What is the average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Cullowhee, NC?

The average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in Cullowhee is around $1,350 per month.

How expensive is it to rent an apartment in Cullowhee, NC?

For a two-bedroom apartment in Cullowhee, the average rent price is $1,350 per month, which is lower than the national average of $1,640 per month.

Can I afford an apartment for rent in Cullowhee, NC?

Based on average rent prices in Cullowhee, to afford a one-bedroom apartment you would need an annual household income of $44,000 to live comfortably.

Find a Cullowhee Apartment

Cullowhee, NC is located in Jackson County and is the home to Western California University. It has an estimated 10,000 residents. Since it is located on the east coast this area generally has mild winters and very warm summers. While being a relatively small area this city is known for its southern charm. This is a relatively rural area that gives residents and visitors alike a little bit of the city life in a more suburban/rural setting. The university is one of the main focal points in the area with over 220 undergraduate majors and over 40 graduate level programs. The student population for this school is around 9,000.

When to Search

Looking for an apartment is not a difficult task. There are a few apartment complexes in the city as well as the WCU Apartments which are designed specifically for students of the university. Because this is a smaller area competition could be stiff so you want to apply as early as you can and make sure that your application shows ample proof of income as well as great references. With a smaller area you need to make sure that your application shines.

Staying in the Know

Apartment complexes as well as individual landlords will try to promote housing as it becomes available. In smaller towns like Cullowhee they understand that housing can get limited with such a large student body population so advertising as soon as possible is important. Landlords want their properties filled quickly. Keep an eye on the bulletin boards at the college as well as in local papers for upcoming units available. Some apartments may have an application fee so be prepared for this just in case.

Life in Cullowhee

Transportation

There isn't really a public transportation system for this area. Many of the residents and students will walk to their destinations. It is however highly advised that anyone considering moving to the area have their own mode of transportation. Being a small town things can have a tendency to be spread out so you will want transportation. If you are remaining near the university or downtown area then you may be able to walk to many locations.

Where to play

While Cullowhee may be smaller than your metropolitan cities it does have numerous things to do in town or within driving distance of town. Since North Carolina is known for its amazing landscape residents and visitors can go horseback riding, hiking, fishing and even boating. When the weather is optimal there is white water rafting and mountain biking. You can also stop in to the Cullowhee Cafe or Tuck's Tap & Grill if you are hungry and looking for a bite to eat.

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Cullowhee:
December Rent Report

Welcome to the December 2025 Cullowhee Apartment Report. In this assessment of the local rental market, Rentable data scientists and rental experts break down the December 2025 key findings and figures for the Cullowhee rental landscape.

Our experts analyze the pricing trends — one-bedroom, two-bedroom, year-over-year and month-over-month — in Cullowhee and surrounding areas and provide comparisons to the entire metro area, nearby cities and some of the most desirable and expensive cities in the United States. Take a look at the last 12 months of Cullowhee average rent prices in the chart below.

Monthly Rent Report

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Cullowhee Rent Prices Decrease From November to December

Cullowhee rent prices decreased over the last month. From November to December, the city experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a one-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Cullowhee one-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

When we take a look at the two-bedroom comparison from November to December, Cullowhee experienced a 0% decrease for the price of a two-bedroom apartment. The rent price for a Cullowhee two-bedroom apartments currently stands at $.

December Prices: Cullowhee vs. Surrounding Areas

Rent Prices in Cullowhee and Surrounding Areas

Rent prices have decreased in Cullowhee over the last month. But how have the surrounding areas fared when it comes to the recent volatility in apartment prices? Rent prices in 0 of the Cullowhee suburbs increased last month. On the other hand, 0 local areas experienced a decrease in the price of a one-bedroom apartment.

More key findings include:

  • Rents did not increase in any of the Cullowhee suburbs

  • Rents did not decrease in any of the Cullowhee suburbs.

December 2025 Pricing Trends: Cullowhee vs. National Comparisons

Cullowhee Rent Prices More Affordable Than Major Cities

Rent growth in Cullowhee over the past year has been declining. When compared to major cities nearby, along with some of the most expensive cities in the country, Cullowhee average rent prices appear to be relatively affordable for local residents.

The price for a Cullowhee one-bedroom apartment remains vastly more affordable than four of the largest cities in the United States — New York City, Washington, D.C. San Francisco and Los Angeles. And pricing compares quite similarly to nearby Midwest cities.

For more information about Cullowhee and surrounding area rent prices, take a look at the complete data set below.

Data set for Cullowhee and suburbs

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Methodology

Each month, using over 1 million Rentable listings across the United States, we calculate the median 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom rent prices by city, state, and nation, and track the month-over-month percent change. To avoid small sample sizes, we restrict the analysis for our reports to cities meeting minimum population and property count thresholds.

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