Cheap Apartments for Rent in Morehead City, NC from $1,395 (21 Rentals)

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3821 Symi Cir
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3821 Symi Cir

3821 Symi CirMorehead City, NC 28557
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202-204 Cedar St
Studio Apartments

202-204 Cedar St

202-204 Cedar StMorehead City, NC 28557

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Carteret Pines
Studio Apartments

Carteret Pines

3809 Gaurdian AveMorehead City, NC 28557
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Carteret Oaks
Studio Apartments

Carteret Oaks

3725-3728 Gaurdian AveMorehead City, NC 28557
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Briarwood
Studio Apartments

Briarwood

2720 Bridges StMorehead City, NC 28557
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Edenbridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edenbridge Apartments

501 Brook StMorehead City, NC 28557
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504 Ft Macon Rd W
1 Bedroom Apartments

504 Ft Macon Rd W

504 Ft Macon Rd WAtlantic Beach, NC 28512
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509-519 Broad St
Studio Apartments

509-519 Broad St

509-519 Broad StBeaufort, NC 28516
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212 Live Oak St
Studio Apartments

212 Live Oak St

212 Live Oak StBeaufort, NC 28516
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304 Marsh St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

304 Marsh St

304 Marsh StBeaufort, NC 28516

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Cheapest Available Morehead City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Morehead City, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Midtown at Guardian priced from $1,575. Haven at Wild Dunes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Morehead City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Midtown at Guardian2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1,575
Haven at Wild DunesThe Classic Carolina2BR,2BA$1,585
The Preserve at Carteret Place1x1.51BR,1BA$1,605
The Retreat at Carteret PlaceA1 - Arendell1BR,1BA$1,661
Arbors at Morehead CityThe Harbour1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morehead City, NC

As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morehead City area is the $1.50 price per square foot The Cape Model at Haven at Wild Dunes in the starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Morehead City apartment is the 806 Cedar St Model at 806 Cedar St, Unit D starting at $1,895 with a $1.68 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Morehead City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Haven at Wild DunesThe Cape2BR,2BA$1.50
806 Cedar St, Unit D806 Cedar St2BR,2BA$1.68
Midtown at Guardian2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.62
Arbors at Morehead CityThe Harbour1BR,1BA$1.85
The Preserve at Carteret Place1x1.51BR,1.5BA$1.71
The Retreat at Carteret PlaceA2 - Shackleford1BR,1BA$2.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morehead City Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morehead City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morehead City Apartment is $1,605 at The Preserve at Carteret Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morehead City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morehead City is starting from $1,575 at Midtown at Guardian.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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