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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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618 S 4th Ave

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Carolina Beach, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Carolina Beach, NC

Pricing Updated: 12/15/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Carolina Beach, NC area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Carolina Beach Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Wilmington Beach$2,680$1,6257

Cheapest Available Carolina Beach Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Carolina Beach, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Veterans Park in the The Cape Cypress Island neighborhood priced from $859. The Preserve at Pine Valley in the Pine Valley East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,024. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carolina Beach apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom1BR,1BA$859
The Preserve at Pine ValleyAzalea- 11AZ1BR,1BA$1,024
Antiqua ApartmentsArdenStudio,1BA$1,041
Crosswinds ApartmentsAzalea - Classic1BR,1BA$1,075
Harbour Ridge1BR1BR,1BA$1,100
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1,115
Tesla ParkArlington1BR,1BA$1,125
The Pines of Wilmington ApartmentsOne Bedroom - Upgraded1BR,1BA$1,125
Braxton PlaceAirlie1BR,1BA$1,127
Willow GlenArlington1BR,1BA$1,148

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolina Beach, NC

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carolina Beach area is the $1.36 price per square foot Catawba Exterior Model at Townes at Park Place in the in the Pine Valley East neighborhood starting from $2,049. The second greatest value Carolina Beach apartment is the Phlox Model at Sand Ridge starting at $1,389 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carolina Beach apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Townes at Park PlaceCatawba Exterior3BR,2.5BA$1.36
Sand RidgePhlox2BR,2BA$1.29
Glenmeade VillageCrepe Myrtle2BR,2BA$1.30
Belle MeadeThe Sherwood2BR,2BA$1.47
The Townhomes at Beau RivageAvocet w/ Bonus Room1BR,2BA$1.49
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1.19
New Hanover Village Apartments2 Bedroom - Garden2BR,1BA$1.55
Hawthorne at the PointeThe Topsail1BR,1.5BA$1.50
Still Meadow VillageTHE DUNNMORE1BR,1BA$1.53
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom1BR,1.5BA$1.56

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Carolina Beach, NC

Ranked #79

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Carolina Beach, NC

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

66 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carolina Beach Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carolina Beach?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carolina Beach is at Antiqua Apartments listed at $1,041.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Beach Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Beach Apartment is $859 at Veterans Park.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carolina Beach Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carolina Beach is starting from $999 at Veterans Park.

What is the most affordable Carolina Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carolina Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sand Ridge and starts from $1,347.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.