
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carter, KY from $300 (58 Rentals)
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1429 3rd Ave

Fort Gay Apartments

1510 7th Ave

University Suites

Hickory Way Apartments

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Walnut Hills

McGinnis Properties

Barnett Commons

Lynwood Ter
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Williamsburg Terrace

Garden Park Apartments

Sunrise Suites

The Cloister

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Sawgrass Greene

Top Notch Townhomes & Storage

Herd Flats - Campus Housing
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Woodland Heights

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Carlisle Crest

Providence Hill Apartments

Hidden Brook Apartments

Childers Crossing

Paint Creek Station

Imperial Lofts

4547-4535 Piedmont Rd

Mary Lane Estates
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Maury Village Apartments

Holly Hills Apartments

607 20th St

4 Circle Dr

Victory Place

Main Street Apartments

Paint Landing

2469 3rd Ave

80 Township Rd 1118

Westmoreland Estates
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Greentree Apartments

509 Bloom St

Fox Run Crossing

60 Township Rd 1118

108 Blue Jacket Cir

2469 Collis Ave

945 4th Ave

371 Highland Ave

2026 11th Ave

3114 5th Ave
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Carter, KY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carter?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carter Studio Apartments | $989 | $695 | $1,400 |
| Carter 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,069 | $503 | $3,150 |
| Carter 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,084 | $640 | $3,087 |
| Carter 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $850 | $2,350 |
| Carter 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $1,109 | $1,209 |
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Cheapest Available Carter Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carter, KY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Prichard priced from $503. Fort Gay Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carter apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Prichard | The Grand | 1BR,1BA | $503 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Mary Lane Estates | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $615 |
| Hickory Way Apartments | 2 Bdr | 2BR,1BA | $640 |
| Walnut Hills | S1 | Studio,1BA | $695 |
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Victory Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $724 |
| Barnett Commons | 2 Bed 55+ | 2BR,1BA | $740 |
| Paint Landing | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $745 |
| Lynwood Ter | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carter, KY and Nearby
As of April 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carter area is the $0.46 price per square foot Townhome Model at McGinnis Properties in the starting from $700. The second greatest value Carter apartment is the 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Teays Valley Hurricane neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carter apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| McGinnis Properties | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.46 |
| 3811-3850 Sleepy Hollow Dr | 3 Bed/1.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Woodland Heights | The Oak | 4BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Sawgrass Greene | 3 Bedroom Unit | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.77 |
| Paint Landing | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| Top Notch Townhomes & Storage | Top Notch Rentals | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 1429 3rd Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Hickory Way Apartments | 2 Bdr | 2BR,1BA | $0.77 |
| Fort Gay Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| The Prichard | The Classic | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carter Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carter?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carter is at Walnut Hills listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carter Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carter Apartment is $503 at The Prichard.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carter Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carter is starting from $640 at Fort Gay Apartments.
What is the most affordable Carter Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carter Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Barnett Commons and starts from $850.
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