Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth City, NC from $500 (45 Rentals)

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River's Landing
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

River's Landing

1699 Weeksville RdElizabeth City, NC 27909
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1213 Riverside Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1213 Riverside Ave

1213 Riverside AveElizabeth City, NC 27909
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Renaissance Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Renaissance Commons

301 Renaissance CirElizabeth City, NC 27909
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Walker Landing
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Landing

1003 Walker AveElizabeth City, NC 27909
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Betsy Town Flats
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Betsy Town Flats

300 E Elizabeth StElizabeth City, NC 27909

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Emerald Lake
3 Bedroom Apartments

Emerald Lake

1500 Emerald Lake CirElizabeth City, NC 27909
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Riverstone I
$1,030 - $1,745
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$1,010 - $1,725
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$20

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$1,030 - $1,745
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Riverstone I

2604 Townhouse LnChesapeake, VA 23323
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Green Tree Apartments
$1,247 - $1,817
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$1,215 - $1,785
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$32

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$1,247 - $1,817
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available May 8

Green Tree Apartments

749 Green Tree CirChesapeake, VA 23320
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The Amber at Greenbrier
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$1,610 - $2,688
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$1,463 - $2,541
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$147

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$1,610 - $2,688
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The Amber at Greenbrier

1150 Volvo PkyChesapeake, VA 23320
Family Friendly
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property at 3408 Bainbridge Blvd

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

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3408 Bainbridge Blvd

ChesapeakeVA23324
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100 Diamond Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

100 Diamond Ave

100 Diamond AveChesapeake, VA 23323
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property at 1407 Rand Ct

$1,695

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$1,695

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$1,695

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1407 Rand Ct

Virginia BeachVA23464

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Elizabeth City, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elizabeth City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Elizabeth City, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Westbridge Commons in the Pleasant Grove neighborhood priced from $961. Riverstone I in the Camelot neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Elizabeth City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Westbridge Commons2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$961
Riverstone I2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic2BR,1BA$1,220
Lake VillageB12BR,1BA$1,238
Great Bridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,250
Southgate Manor Apartments2BR Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,426
Lakes Of GreenbrierOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,495
ReNew ChesapeakeAlexandria1BR,1BA$1,589
The Amber at GreenbrierGarnet1BR,1BA$1,610
Emerald Lake3 Classic3BR,2BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth City, NC

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth City area is the $1.76 price per square foot Baron ALT *Newly Renovated Homes Available Model at The Cascades in the in the Greenbrier neighborhood starting from $2,391. The second greatest value Elizabeth City apartment is the 3 Gold Model at Emerald Lake starting at $1,800 with a $1.36 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elizabeth City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The CascadesBaron ALT *Newly Renovated Homes Available3BR,2BA$1.76
Emerald Lake3 Gold3BR,2BA$1.36
Magnolia RunThe Birch *Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.73
Pillars at Great BridgeHampton2BR,2BA$1.85
Lake VillageC13BR,1BA$1.53
Riverstone I2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.75
The Cedars at GreenbrierTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.70
Westbridge Commons2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Lakes Of GreenbrierOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.87
Great Bridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elizabeth City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elizabeth City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elizabeth City Apartment is $1,250 at Great Bridge Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Elizabeth City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elizabeth City is starting from $961 at Westbridge Commons.

What is the most affordable Elizabeth City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elizabeth City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Coastal Park Townehomes and starts from $1,495.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.