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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- On-site laundry
- Central heat/ac
- Spacious apartment
- Large living room
Location
5801 Ela Rd, Whittier, NC 28789, USA
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Property Overview
This 1 Bedroom, 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City offers an impressive Zumper Expert Rating of 8.6, with outstanding price, amenities, and location ratings of 10, 9, and 9 respectively, indicating a strong value proposition. Notable features include on-site laundry, central heat/AC, and a spacious living room. With a focus on pet friendliness and proximity to highly-rated schools, this property presents an attractive opportunity for renters seeking both comfort and convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- High school nearby
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,200 sqft | $1,250 /mo | 1 unit available | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment at Arrowhead Inn #8 on a main level available now. Arrowhead Inn unit #8 Short-term lease available. In between Cherokee and Bryson City The apartment is spacious and features Central Heat/AC. The Owner pays for Electricity, Water & Septic and Lawn Maintenance. We perform background checks and check your credit. While we don't require perfect credit, We are cautious about any scores below 600-650. We do need to see that you have gainful employment or a good source of income and have a stable rental history or mortgage history. Feel free to reach out to Erik Enberg at 828-226-1290 as well. Please text before you call. **This house is rented exclusively through Western Carolina Rentals, Inc.** Don't be a victim of SCAM! We will never ask for a security deposit in person, it is paid only on your secure tenant portal once you have applied and been approved.** Call or Text 828-586-2460 for more information or to schedule a showing. |
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Amenities for 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now
Apartment Amenities
| Electricity |
Appliances
| Fridge | Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Services
| Ground Maintenance |
Other
| Water/Septic |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Allowed
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Cat Policy
Allowed
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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Apartments in Whittier 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment at Arrowhead Inn #1 on a main level available now $1050 a month with a 3-month lease In between Cherokee and Bryson City The apartment is spacious and features Central Heat/AC, large living room The Owner pays for Electricity, Water & Septic and Lawn Maintenance, trash dumpster on site. Tenant pays for Internet. On-Site Laundry Pets allowed on a case-by-case basis with a $350 nonrefundable pet fee. We perform background checks and check your credit. While we don't require perfect credit, We are cautious about any scores below 600-650. We do need to see that you have gainful employment or a good source of income and have a stable rental history or mortgage history. Feel free to reach out to Erik Enberg at 828-226-1290 as well. Please text before you call. **This house is rented exclusively through Western Carolina Rentals, Inc.** Don't be a victim of SCAM! We will never ask for a security deposit in person, it is paid only on your secure tenant portal once you have applied and been approved.** Call or Text 828-586-2460 for more information or to schedule a showing.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 4 miles away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 4 miles away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 600 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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- Pet friendly
- This property allows pets
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Rent trends in Whittier
2-bedroom apartments at 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Whittier.
Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Whittier
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,050 |
| May 2024 | $1,033 |
| June 2024 | $1,035 |
| July 2024 | $1,000 |
| December 2024 | $1,200 |
| January 2025 | $1,300 |
| November 2025 | $1,000 |
| December 2025 | $1,000 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 1 Bedroom 2 Bath apartment between Cherokee and Bryson City available now
Swain County East Elementary School
4747 ela rd
bryson city, NC, 28713
K-5Public
B-
Cherokee Extension School
50 main st
bryson city, NC, 28713
K-12Public
C+
Swain County Middle School
135 arlington ave
bryson city, NC, 28713
PK, 6-8Public
B
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Whittier near 5801 Ela Rd
Walking
1/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
1/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.
Points of interest for 5801 Ela Rd, Whittier
Groceries
0/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
1/10
Few or no shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
0/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
2/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
0/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
0/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 5801 Ela Rd
IGA
150 Holly Hill Rd
Food Lion
16 Cherokee Xing
Bryson City IGA
345 Main St
Swain County Farmers Market
117 Island St
Ingles Market
19/23 At Hughes Branch Rd
Eastern Band of the Cherokee
282 Seven Clans Ln
Shoe Show
16 Cherokee Xing
Family Dollar
16 Cherokee Xing
What's Hot Shop
989 Tsalagi Rd
Moccassin Tracks
1067 Tsalagi Rd
Qualla Java Cafe LLC
938 Tsalagi Rd
Grounded Coffee Shop & Food Factory
1185 Tsalagi Rd
Mountain Perks Espresso Bar & Cafe
9 Depot St
Starbucks
123 Harrahs Service Drive
GR Bake & Brew
777 Casino Dr
Cj's Grille
47 Depot St
Tipsy Bar Inc
25 Everett St
Loose Moose
190 Everett St
Tribal Casino Gaming Enterprise
163 Childrens Home Rd
Esports Zone
777 Casino Dr
Front Porch Cakery & Deli
908 Tsalagi Rd
Patron-Rebecca Murphy
2757 Coopers Creek Rd
La Poblana
1342 Main St
Waffle House
112 Cherokee Xing
Fatso's BBQ Sauce Co LLC
85 Swallow Tail
Domino's
16 Cherokee Xing
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