
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Craven County, NC from $500 (15 Rentals)
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1002 Cherry Ln

Tate Commons

Weatherstone Park

Coastal Townhomes
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Copperfield Apartments

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LS Indigo Ridge

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Craven County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Craven County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Craven County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $840 | $1,589 |
| Craven County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $855 | $1,978 |
| Craven County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,619 | $681 | $2,270 |
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Cheapest Available Craven County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Craven County, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Tate Commons in the Downtown New Bern neighborhood priced from $681. Weatherstone Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $840. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Craven County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tate Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $681 |
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 1 Bed- 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Croatan Forest Apartments | 39A | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Craven County, NC
As of June 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Craven County area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath Model at Cooper's Landing Apartments in the in the Downtown New Bern neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Craven County apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Coastal Townhomes starting at $855 with a $0.87 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Craven County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
| Tate Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Croatan Forest Apartments | 39A | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Christopher Downs Apartments | 139John Court | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Beaver Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Tryon Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom - Garden Style | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 1 Bed- 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Craven County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Craven County?
The cheapest apartment in Craven County is Weatherstone Park which is listed at $840, while the average apartment in Craven County costs $1,646.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Craven County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 8 regular apartments in Craven County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Craven County?
Cheap apartments in Craven County have an average cost of $303 which is $1,343 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Craven County.
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