
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hampstead, NC from $1,000 (36 Rentals)
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Hawthorne at the Bend

Palisades at Surf City

Hawthorne at Hampstead

Ocean Highway Apartments

937 St Johns Church Rd

North Chase Apartments

New Providence Park

Amberleigh Shores
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Sidbury Crossing

Hawthorne at Murrayville

Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck

Ellington Farms

Meridian Village
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Hawthorne at Smith Creek

Palisades at Lewis Creek

Oak Grove at Blake Farm

Reserve at Blake Farm

Hawthorne at the Station

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Headwaters at Autumn Hall

Mayfaire Flats

Hudson at Renaissance
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Townes at Blake Farm

Residence at Canopy Pointe

The Park at Three Oaks Apartments

116 Long Ridge Dr

5428 Sidbury Rd

5108 Exton Park Loop

2 Banks Channel

4822 Exton Park Loop

The Pinnacle Townhomes
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Hampstead, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hampstead?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hampstead Studio Apartments | $1,404 | $1,113 | $1,656 |
| Hampstead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,609 | $1,214 | $2,460 |
| Hampstead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,235 | $3,489 |
| Hampstead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,482 | $3,522 |
| Hampstead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,654 | $2,381 | $3,795 |
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Cheapest Available Hampstead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampstead, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at North Chase Apartments in the Murraysville neighborhood priced from $1,185. Amberleigh Shores in the Ogden neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,274. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampstead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Chase Apartments | The Coastal | 2BR,2BA | $1,185 |
| Amberleigh Shores | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,274 |
| Cape Harbor | Brindley A1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,332 |
| New Providence Park | Aydon | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Amberleigh South | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,368 |
| Sidbury Crossing | The Dune | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Hawthorne at the Bend | The Jetty | 1BR,1BA | $1,394 |
| Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,398 |
| Hawthorne at Smith Creek | The Poppy | 1BR,1BA | $1,458 |
| Meridian Village | Cumberland | 3BR,2BA | $1,482 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampstead, NC
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hampstead area is the $1.40 price per square foot ARIA Model at Seaboard at Sidbury Station in the in the Northchase neighborhood starting from $2,264. The second greatest value Hampstead apartment is the Oleander (Enclosed Courtyard) Model at The Pinnacle Townhomes starting at $1,850 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Kirkland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hampstead apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seaboard at Sidbury Station | ARIA | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| The Pinnacle Townhomes | Oleander (Enclosed Courtyard) | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Hawthorne at the Station | Regency | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| The Nixon | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.68 |
| Briarcliff Villas | Creswell | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| The Park at Three Oaks Apartments | Majestic | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Meridian Village | Cumberland | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Hawthorne at Murrayville | The Sunset | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| North Chase Apartments | The Coastal | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Sidbury Crossing | The Dune | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hampstead Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampstead Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hampstead Apartment is $1,274 at Amberleigh Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hampstead Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hampstead is starting from $1,185 at North Chase Apartments.
What is the most affordable Hampstead Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hampstead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meridian Village and starts from $1,482.
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