
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carteret County, NC from $400 (33 Rentals)
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The Preserve at Carteret Place

The Retreat at Carteret Place

Haven at Wild Dunes

3821 Symi Cir

504 Ft Macon Rd W

328 Cedar Pt

509-519 Broad St
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190 Bucks Corner Rd

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360 Island

Grande Villas at Indian Beach

Bogue Shore Club

Brookside Apartments

202-204 Cedar St

701-705 1/2 Broad St
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3821-3825 Galantis St

212 Live Oak St

304 Marsh St

Carteret Oaks

Carteret Pines

Courtesy Village

Colony in the Pines

Ocean Glen
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Briarwood

Edenbridge Apartments

Beaufort Manor Apartments

Mitchell Village Apartments

Carteret Court Apartments

Troon Apartments

Carteret Townes Apartments
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Castle Glen
Carteret County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carteret County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carteret County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $1,355 | $1,853 |
| Carteret County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,881 | $475 | $2,068 |
| Carteret County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,785 | $2,049 |
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Cheapest Available Carteret County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carteret County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Preserve at Carteret Place priced from $1,533. Compass Landing has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carteret County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,533 |
| Compass Landing | The Essex | 2BR,2BA | $1,575 |
| Midtown at Guardian | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,575 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A1 - Arendell | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Classic Beaufort | 2BR,2BA | $1,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret County, NC
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carteret County area is the $1.49 price per square foot The Cape Model at Haven at Wild Dunes in the starting from $1,715. The second greatest value Carteret County apartment is the 806 Cedar St Model at 806 Cedar St, Unit D starting at $1,925 with a $1.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Carteret County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Cape | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 806 Cedar St, Unit D | 806 Cedar St | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Compass Landing | The Essex | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Midtown at Guardian | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A2 - Shackleford | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carteret County Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carteret County Apartment is $1,533 at The Preserve at Carteret Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carteret County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carteret County is starting from $1,575 at Compass Landing.
What is the most affordable Carteret County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carteret County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Compass Landing and starts from $1,785.
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