Ellison at the Preserve
375 Spring Bluff Ln,
Asheville, NC 28803
$1,391 - $3,100
1-3 Beds
Enjoying the fruits of an exhilarating economic development effort, Asheville is arguably one of the most exciting communities in the southeast today—imagine Austin in the Blue Ridge Mountains. In recent years, Asheville has consistently been named one of the smartest, happiest, and overall best places to live in America by magazines such as Forbes and Travel & Leisure.
So what makes Asheville so special? The eclectic local culture combines the best elements of a resort town, an entrepreneurial hub, and a bohemian artists’ community. Gorgeous mountain views are everywhere, and outdoor enthusiasts have no shortage of nearby trails to explore, whether they’re hiking, biking, or skiing. The city itself offers a huge variety of restaurants, as well as an impressive array of breweries. The music scene has something for every taste as well, with the most popular musical attractions including the Asheville Symphony Orchestra and the weekly downtown drum circle.
Globe outside the Asheville Art Museum
Sign showing Asheville's Sister Cities
The city skyline and mountains at dusk
As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in Asheville, NC is $1,202 for a studio, $1,464 for one bedroom, $1,696 for two bedrooms, and $1,926 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Asheville has decreased by -4.2% in the past year.
The cost of living in Asheville, NC is 3.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Asheville is 9.2% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,202 - $1,926. You can expect to pay 1.5% less for groceries, 4.1% less for utilities, and 6.5% less for transportation.
Somewhat Walkable
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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
Some Transit
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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
Somewhat Bikeable
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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
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† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
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Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.