
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fountain, NC from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Boulevard West Apartments

The Edge of Campus

3212 Summer Plz

Arlington Pointe

Campus Walk at East Carolina

Stanton Pointe Apartments

Willoughby
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Brookfield at Lynndale

Ashton Woods at East Carolina

South Haven Apartments

Waterford Place

Signature Place

Brighton Park

3003 Caldwell Ct

3543-3549 S George St
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Beacon Pointe - Wilson

Southgate

Blue Ridge Apartments

Keswick Apartments

Meridian Park Apartments

Lakeside Apartments

Westpointe Apartments

Larkin Lane Apartments
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402 Lewis Street

402 S Holly St

302 S Summit St

Paladin Apartments

Elm Villa Apartments

Caldwell Court Apartments

1902 Myrtle St

Clubway Apartments
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206 Hudson St

2101 Montclair Ave

26 Julia Ln

106 Carol Ln

101 Lone Pine Ln

133 N Lucky Ln

1706 Carolina St E

202 Shiloh Dr
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3811 Sterling Pointe Dr
Fountain, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fountain?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Studio Apartments | $1,135 | $929 | $1,329 |
| Fountain 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,108 | $725 | $1,650 |
| Fountain 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,399 | $589 | $2,170 |
| Fountain 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $485 | $2,345 |
| Fountain 4 Bedroom Apartments | $956 | $569 | $2,356 |
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Cheapest Available Fountain Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fountain, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Summer Green Apartments in the Magnolia Ridge neighborhood priced from $725. Boulevard West Apartments in the Magnolia Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fountain apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Green Apartments | Standard 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Boulevard West Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| 3212 Summer Plz | 3214 Summer Pl Unit 3, Greenville, NC 27 | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Elm Villa Apartments | 1 bed/1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Arlington Pointe | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Edge & Dickinson Lofts | 3BR/3BA - C1 | 3BR,3BA | $815 |
| Stanton Pointe Apartments | 1241 Westpointe | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Campus Walk at East Carolina | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Edge of Campus | One Bed/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Willoughby | Elite 1 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fountain, NC and Nearby
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fountain area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome (Two Story) Model at Regency Townes in the in the Magnolia Ridge neighborhood starting from $2,170. The second greatest value Fountain apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Lakeside Apartments starting at $1,375 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Greenville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fountain apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Townes | 2 Bedroom Townhome (Two Story) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.17 |
| Lakeside Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Meridian Park Apartments | Beacon 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Signature Place | 2 BED x 1.5 BATH TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| University Edge & Dickinson Lofts | 2BR/2BA - B1 | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| Waterford Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Keswick Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 3543-3549 S George St | 3545 | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 3212 Summer Plz | 3214 Summer Pl Unit 3, Greenville, NC 27 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Willoughby | Elite 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fountain Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fountain Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fountain Apartment is $725 at Summer Green Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fountain Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fountain is starting from $895 at Ashton Woods at East Carolina.
What is the most affordable Fountain Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fountain Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at University Edge & Dickinson Lofts and starts from $815.
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