Cheap Apartments for Rent near Fairfield, NC from $500 (56 Rentals)

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Chancellor on 5th
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chancellor on 5th

2899-2901 E 5th StGreenville, NC 27858
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Cypress Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cypress Gardens

1401 E 10th StGreenville, NC 27858
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Brookridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookridge

2201 E 10th StGreenville, NC 27858
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Cedar Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Court

1725 Cedar LnGreenville, NC 27858
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Tyler Run II
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tyler Run II

213 Tyler LnEdenton, NC 27932
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Walker Landing
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Walker Landing

1003 Walker AveElizabeth City, NC 27909
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Margret Court
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Margret Court

101 Margret CtNew Bern, NC 28560
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Vandemere
3 Bedroom Apartments

Vandemere

474 Earl RdGreenville, NC 27834

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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Fairfield, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Azalea Gardens in the Southeast Greenville neighborhood priced from $650. The Horizon Student Living in the Uptown Greenville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $705. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Azalea GardensClassic1BR,1BA$650
The Horizon Student LivingThe Dickinson - 2028 Spring Lease (Horizon)4BR,4BA$705
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Eastbrook and Village Green Apartments1 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$825
Weatherstone Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$840
Cypress Pointe Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Cherry Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$850
Copperfield Apartments1 Bed- 1 Bath1BR,1BA$929
Tate Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$993
Bearfoot Landing ApartmentsBeautiful One Bedroom Apartment Home1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, NC and Nearby

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield 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 Fairfield apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Sunset Pointe Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Southeast Greenville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Coastal Park Townehomes3 bedroom + bonus room3BR,2.5BA$1.02
Sunset Pointe ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.15
Beaver Creek Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.26
Tate Commons2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
Christopher Downs Apartments139John Court2BR,2BA$1.17
921 Eubanks St621 Watson Avenue2BR,1BA$1.18
Cherry Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Weatherstone Park ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Cypress GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Eastbrook and Village Green Apartments1 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.22

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfield Apartment is $650 at Azalea Gardens.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfield is starting from $825 at The Horizon Student Living.

What is the most affordable Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Fairfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Horizon Student Living and starts from $735.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.