
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hampstead, NC from $1,000 (41 Rentals)
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Palisades at Surf City

Hawthorne at the Bend

Hawthorne at Hampstead

Ocean Highway Apartments

109 S Alena Ct

702 Azalea Dr

937 St Johns Church Rd
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430 Widgeon Dr

425 Island Creek Rd

Briarcliff Villas

New Providence Park

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Cape Harbor

Meridian Village

North Chase Apartments

Stephens Pointe
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Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck

Hawthorne at Murrayville

Amberleigh Shores

Ellington Farms

Reserve at Blake Farm

Hawthorne at Smith Creek

The Reserve at Mayfaire

Middle Sound West Apartments
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Amberleigh South

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Sidbury Crossing

Palisades at Lewis Creek

Mayfaire Flats

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Headwaters at Autumn Hall

Arboretum West

Hudson Bishops Creek

Oak Grove at Blake Farm
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The Nixon

Hudson at Renaissance

Residence at Canopy Pointe

8228 Lantana Ln

The Park at Three Oaks Apartments

2026 N Kerr Ave

The Pinnacle Townhomes

2407 Oban Ct
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4804 Exton Park Loop
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 | $1,415 | $1,112 | $1,580 |
| Hampstead 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,529 | $1,064 | $2,172 |
| Hampstead 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,249 | $4,954 |
| Hampstead 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,607 | $4,033 |
| Hampstead 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,839 | $2,632 | $3,835 |
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Cheapest Available Hampstead Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hampstead, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Briarcliff Villas in the Kings Grant neighborhood priced from $1,066. Hampstead Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,112. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hampstead apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Briarcliff Villas | Amelia | 1BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| Hampstead Place | Archdale | Studio,1BA | $1,112 |
| New Providence Park | Arlington | 1BR,1BA | $1,140 |
| Cape Harbor | Brindley A1AR3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,210 |
| Meridian Village | Burton | 2BR,2BA | $1,249 |
| North Chase Apartments | The Coastal | 2BR,2BA | $1,263 |
| Palisades at Surf City | The Lea | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Hawthorne at Murrayville | The Carolina | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
| Amberleigh Shores | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1,308 |
| Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck | Hibiscus with Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,315 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hampstead, NC
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hampstead area is the $1.52 price per square foot C4D Model at Townes at Blake Farm in the in the Kirkland neighborhood starting from $2,839. The second greatest value Hampstead apartment is the ARIA Model at Seaboard at Sidbury Station starting at $2,471 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Northchase 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Townes at Blake Farm | C4D | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.52 |
| Seaboard at Sidbury Station | ARIA | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck | Hibiscus with Sunroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Hawthorne at the Station | Viceroy | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Hawthorne at the Bend | The Villa | 3BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Palisades at Lewis Creek | The Osprey | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| Hudson Bishops Creek | B2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Meridian Village | Cumberland | 3BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| Stephens Pointe | The Bluewater | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| North Chase Apartments | The Coastal | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 $1,066 at Briarcliff Villas.
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 $1,249 at Meridian Village.
What is the most affordable Hampstead Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hampstead Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Briarcliff Villas and starts from $1,607.
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