
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Morehead City, NC from $400 (21 Rentals)
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The Retreat at Carteret Place

3821 Symi Cir

Brookside Apartments

202-204 Cedar St

3821-3825 Galantis St

Colony in the Pines
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Haven at Wild Dunes

504 Ft Macon Rd W

509-519 Broad St

212 Live Oak St

701-705 1/2 Broad St

304 Marsh St
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Morehead City, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morehead City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morehead City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $1,385 | $1,853 |
| Morehead City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,911 | $475 | $2,068 |
| Morehead City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,007 | $1,895 | $2,049 |
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Cheapest Available Morehead City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Morehead City, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at The Preserve at Carteret Place priced from $1,533. Midtown at Guardian has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Morehead City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,533 |
| Midtown at Guardian | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1,575 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A1 - Arendell | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Classic Beaufort | 2BR,2BA | $1,705 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morehead City, NC
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morehead City area is the $1.48 price per square foot The Classic Hatteras Model at Haven at Wild Dunes in the starting from $1,985. The second greatest value Morehead City apartment is the 806 Cedar St Model at 806 Cedar St, Unit D starting at $1,925 with a $1.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Morehead City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Haven at Wild Dunes | The Classic Hatteras | 3BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 806 Cedar St, Unit D | 806 Cedar St | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| Midtown at Guardian | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Arbors at Morehead City | The Harbour | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| The Retreat at Carteret Place | A2 - Shackleford | 1BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| The Preserve at Carteret Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
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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 $1,533 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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