
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.


Compass Landing

The Retreat at Carteret Place

Haven at Wild Dunes
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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 | $1,696 | $1,335 | $1,853 |
| Carteret County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $1,515 | $2,600 |
| Carteret County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $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 1 Bed unit found at The Retreat at Carteret Place priced from $1,650. Arbors at Morehead City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Carteret County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A1B - Arendell | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Bluewater | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Classic Beaufort | 2BR,2BA | $1,705 |
| Compass Landing | The Hunley | 3BR,2BA | $1,755 |
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 2x2 Large | 2BR,2BA | $1,765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carteret County, NC
As of November 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carteret County area is the $1.33 price per square foot The Hunley Model at Compass Landing in the starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Carteret County apartment is the 2x2 Large Model at The Preserve at Carteret Place starting at $1,765 with a $1.49 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 Hunley | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 2x2 Large | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Classic Beaufort | 2BR,2BA | $1.47 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A1B - Arendell | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.91 |
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 $1,650 at The Retreat 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 $1,705 at Haven at Wild Dunes.
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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