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  4. Building Photo - 607 S 10th St
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $1,645

    607 S 10th St

    607 S 10th St, Bessemer City, NC 28016
  10. Building Photo - 404 N 13th St
    3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,599

    404 N 13th St

    404 N 13th St, Bessemer City, NC 28016
  11. Building Photo - Shiles
    2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,020

    Shiles

    111 Shiles Rd, Bessemer City, NC 28016
  12. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,200

    511 S 12th St

    511 S 12th St, Bessemer City, NC 28016

Bessemer City at a Glance

Average Rent

$948
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Some Transit

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Somewhat Bikeable

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Bessemer City, NC Apartments for Rent

Nestled in Gaston County, just 25 miles west of Charlotte, Bessemer City offers a historical backdrop for apartments for rent in North Carolina. Founded in 1893 and named after Sir Henry Bessemer, inventor of the steel-making process, this small suburban city maintains its connection to its industrial heritage. Apartment rental rates in the area start around $962 for one-bedroom homes, offering accessibility to both Bessemer City and nearby Gastonia, located six miles away.

Apartments for rent in Bessemer City place residents within a community that spans just over 5 square miles. The downtown district, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, preserves the area's architectural heritage. The city serves as home to major employers including Albemarle Corporation (formerly FMC Lithium), a significant lithium producer. With rental rates that compare favorably to other parts of North Carolina, Bessemer City provides convenient access to the greater Charlotte metropolitan area.

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Getting Around Bessemer City

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24

Car-Dependent

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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 need a car.
21

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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Minimal Transit

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Education

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Bessemer City High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
566 Students
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Bessemer City Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
500 Students
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Bessemer City Central Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades 3-5
407 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Bessemer City, NC

What are the average rent costs in Bessemer City, NC?

The average rent in Bessemer City, NC is $948.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC is $948.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC is $1,039.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Bessemer City, NC is $1,306.

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