
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Carteret County, NC from $600 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Carteret County.


The Retreat at Carteret Place

Haven at Wild Dunes

Compass Landing
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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 | $1,689 | $950 | $1,853 |
| Carteret County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,545 | $2,600 |
| Carteret County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,913 | $1,755 | $2,049 |
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Cheapest Available Carteret County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Carteret County, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Compass Landing priced from $1,545. Haven at Wild Dunes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,565. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carteret County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Landing | The Calypso | 2BR,2BA | $1,545 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Shore | 1BR,1BA | $1,565 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | B1B - Carteret | 2BR,2BA | $1,907 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret County, NC
As of January 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carteret County area is the $1.39 price per square foot The Essex Model at Compass Landing in the starting from $1,565. The second greatest value Carteret County apartment is the B2 - Beaufort Model at The Retreat at Carteret Place starting at $1,941 with a $1.80 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Landing | The Essex | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | B2 - Beaufort | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Inlet | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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 $1,565 at Haven at Wild Dunes.
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 $1,545 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 $1,755.
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