Cheap Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth City, NC from $500 (42 Rentals)

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River's Landing
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

River's Landing

1699 Weeksville RdElizabeth City, NC 27909
  • Utilities Included

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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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$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
$1,267 - $1,757
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$1,250 - $1,740
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$1,267 - $1,757
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Apr 9

Green Tree Apartments

749 Green Tree CirChesapeake, VA 23320
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  • Low Income

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The Amber at Greenbrier
$1,572 - $2,663
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$1,425 - $2,516
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The Amber at Greenbrier

1150 Volvo PkyChesapeake, VA 23320
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The Cascades
$1,737 - $2,506
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$1,605 - $2,374
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The Cascades

2133 Amberbrooke WayVirginia Beach, VA 23464
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property at 3408 Bainbridge Blvd

$1,175

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$1,175

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$1,175

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available May 1

3408 Bainbridge Blvd

ChesapeakeVA23324
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Acorn Grove
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Acorn Grove

420 Acorn Grove LnChesapeake, VA 23320
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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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1407 Rand Ct

Virginia BeachVA23464

Elizabeth City, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elizabeth City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

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. Morgan Pointe Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,064. 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
Morgan Pointe Apartments2 BR2BR,2BA$1,064
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$1,338
Coastal Park Townehomes3 bedroom + bonus room3BR,2BA$1,495
The Amber at GreenbrierGarnet1BR,1BA$1,572

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth City, NC and Nearby

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elizabeth City area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3 bedroom + bonus room Model at Coastal Park Townehomes in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Elizabeth City apartment is the Mosaic Model at Tapestry Park starting at $2,344 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Washington neighborhood. 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.
Coastal Park Townehomes3 bedroom + bonus room3BR,2.5BA$1.02
Tapestry ParkMosaic3BR,2BA$1.67
Emerald Lake3 Gold3BR,2BA$1.36
MAA Adalay BayChesapeake3BR,2BA$1.68
Magnolia RunThe Birch *Newly Renovated2BR,2BA$1.84
Lake VillageC13BR,1BA$1.45
Riverstone I2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.66
100 E Fearing St, Unit #1100 E Fearing St1BR,1BA$1.20
Westbridge Commons2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.12
Great Bridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.76

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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 Morgan Pointe Apartments and starts from $1,235.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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