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

Morgan Pointe Apartments

611 E Colonial Ave

703 1st St, Unit C, Unit C

Tanglewood Lake

Southgate Manor Apartments

Coastal Park Townehomes

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106 Quail Run, Unit Cozy Cottage, Unit Cozy Cottage
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River's Landing

1213 Riverside Ave

Renaissance Commons

Elizabeth City Gardens

Walker Landing

1110 Park St

608 W Church St

1114 Northside Rd

Betsy Town Flats
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808 Ray St

1034 Hunter St

804 Maple St

Emerald Lake

118 Sutton Dr

1540 Nixonton Rd

Westbridge Commons

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Riverstone I

Oak Grove
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Lake Village

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Green Tree Apartments

Great Bridge Apartments

Tallwood Apartments

Pillars at Great Bridge

Lakes Of Greenbrier

The Cedars at Greenbrier

ReNew Chesapeake

Greenbrier Woods Apartments
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The Amber at Greenbrier

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Infinity at Centerville Crossing

3408 Bainbridge Blvd

334 King St

240 Dogwood Dr

Acorn Grove Apartment Homes

100 Diamond Ave

146 Smith Corner Rd

1407 Rand Ct
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Elizabeth City, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elizabeth City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Elizabeth City Studio Apartments | $1,348 | $950 | $1,746 |
| Cheap Elizabeth City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $968 | $2,679 |
| Cheap Elizabeth City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $961 | $3,169 |
| Cheap Elizabeth City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $1,235 | $3,658 |
| Cheap Elizabeth City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $1,495 | $1,650 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $961 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Lake Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,238 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Southgate Manor Apartments | 2BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,426 |
| Lakes Of Greenbrier | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| ReNew Chesapeake | Alexandria | 1BR,1BA | $1,589 |
| The Amber at Greenbrier | Garnet | 1BR,1BA | $1,610 |
| Emerald Lake | 3 Classic | 3BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cascades | Baron ALT *Newly Renovated Homes Available | 3BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Emerald Lake | 3 Gold | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Magnolia Run | The Birch *Newly Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Pillars at Great Bridge | Hampton | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| Lake Village | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Riverstone I | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.75 |
| The Cedars at Greenbrier | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Westbridge Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Lakes Of Greenbrier | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Great Bridge Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
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Best Local Schools in Elizabeth City, NC
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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.
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