
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Merritt, NC from $800 (55 Rentals)
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224 Barbara Ave

Weatherstone Park

Coastal Townhomes

Kellum

Azalea Gardens Apartments

Copperfield Apartments

Ashley Park Apartments

Croatan Forest Apartments

Bearfoot Landing Apartments
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Colony Village

Cooper's Landing Apartments

921 Eubanks St

Townhomes at Whitehall

Christopher Downs Apartments

Beaver Creek Apartments

Woodland Crossing Apartment Homes

Tryon Estates Apartments

Windsor Place

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Brynn Marr Village
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Tate Commons

Reserve at Jacksonville Commons

Bluff Ridge

Puller Place Apartments

Tryon Village Apartments

Legacy At Abbington Place

Carolina Place Apartments

Comet West New Bern

Charleston Place

Arbors at Carolina Forest
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Haven at Wild Dunes

Hawthorne at New Bern

Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments

Compass Landing

Hudson Carolina Colours

The Preserve at Carteret Place

Arbors at Morehead City

Midtown at Guardian

The Retreat at Carteret Place

Jackson
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Margret Court

802 N B St

130 Kobe Dr

104 Prowler Ln

1405 Harbourside Dr

1310 Harbourside Dr

4004 Brandywine Dr

6119 Harbourside Dr

310 Pattswood Rd

6219 Harbourside Dr
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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 | $1,310 | $1,101 | $1,521 |
| Merritt 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $800 | $1,853 |
| Merritt 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,606 | $855 | $4,985 |
| Merritt 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,634 | $1,140 | $2,049 |
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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 priced from $840. Copperfield Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Merritt apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 1 Bed- 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| 224 Barbara Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Bearfoot Landing Apartments | Beautiful One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Cooper's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1,050 |
| Christopher Downs Apartments | 139John Court | 2BR,2BA | $1,055 |
| Colony Village | The Elm | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Beaver Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Merritt, NC and Nearby
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Merritt area is the $1.29 price per square foot The Vendegrift Model at Arbors at Carolina Forest in the starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Merritt apartment is the **Application for 2 Bedroom Waitlist** Model at Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments starting at $1,425 with a $1.16 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbors at Carolina Forest | The Vendegrift | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments | **Application for 2 Bedroom Waitlist** | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Tate Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| Woodland Crossing Apartment Homes | The Mallard | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Cooper's Landing Apartments | 2 Bedroom - 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Christopher Downs Apartments | 139John Court | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Beaver Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Merritt Apartments
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.
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 $1,000 at Cooper's Landing Apartments.
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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