
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Merritt, NC from $800 (39 Rentals)
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Weatherstone Park Apartments

Coastal Townhomes

Kellum

Azalea Gardens Apartments

Croatan Forest Apartments

Ashley Park Apartments

Copperfield Apartments

Tate Commons
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Christopher Downs Apartments

Colony Village

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Tryon Estates Apartments

Windsor Place
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Bluff Ridge

Reserve at Jacksonville Commons

Beaver Creek Apartments

Carolina Place Apartments

Tryon Village Apartments

Puller Place Apartments

Woodland Crossing Apartment Homes

Legacy At Abbington Place

Comet West New Bern
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Charleston Place

Arbors at Carolina Forest

Hawthorne at New Bern

Haven at Wild Dunes

1606 Harbourside Dr

6222 Harbourside Dr

103 Newby Ln

6112 Harbourside Dr

Margret Court
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6219 Harbourside Dr

802 N B St

423 Bouy St
Merritt, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Merritt?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merritt Studio Apartments | $1,352 | $1,137 | $1,568 |
| Merritt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $800 | $1,864 |
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $855 | $2,079 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,140 | $2,280 |
| Merritt 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
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Cheapest Available Merritt Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Merritt, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Weatherstone Park Apartments priced from $840. Coastal Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherstone Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $855 |
| Kellum | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 1 Bed- 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| 224 Barbara Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Tate Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $993 |
| Bearfoot Landing Apartments | Beautiful One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Azalea Gardens Apartments | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, NC and Nearby
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merritt area is the $0.87 price per square foot Two Bedroom - Townhouse Model at Tryon Estates Apartments in the in the Downtown New Bern neighborhood starting from $1,125. The second greatest value Merritt apartment is the The Vendegrift Model at Arbors at Carolina Forest starting at $1,645 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Merritt apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tryon Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom - Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
| Arbors at Carolina Forest | The Vendegrift | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments | **Application for 2 Bedroom Waitlist** | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.87 |
| Beaver Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Tate Commons | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Christopher Downs Apartments | 139John Court | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Weatherstone Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merritt Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Merritt?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Merritt is at Windsor Place listed at $1,141.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Merritt Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Merritt Apartment is $840 at Weatherstone Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Merritt Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Merritt is starting from $855 at Coastal Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Merritt Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Merritt Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tate Commons and starts from $1,140.
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