Studio Apartments for Rent in Oak Island, NC (6 Rentals)

Waterleigh at Leland
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Heartsease Shallotte

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oak Island Studio Apartments | $1,387 | $1,043 | $1,822 |
Oak Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $825 | $3,713 |
Oak Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,903 | $985 | $4,840 |
Oak Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $1,133 | $6,829 |
Oak Island 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,345 | $2,049 | $2,595 |
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Largest Available Oak Island and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Oak Island, NC is found at Heartsease Shallotte and is 670 square feet priced from $1,474. Waterleigh at Leland has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 612 square feet and currently listed start at $1,245. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Oak Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Heartsease Shallotte | Studio | 670 Sq Ft | $1,474 |
Waterleigh at Leland | S1 | 612 Sq Ft | $1,245 |
Exchange at Westgate | Plan S-1 | 574 Sq Ft | $1,249 |
Cheapest Available Oak Island and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of June 30, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Oak Island, NC is the Arden Model starting from $1,043 at Antiqua Apartments in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. The second most affordable Oak Island Studio is the S1 Model at Waterleigh at Leland starting at $1,245 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Oak Island is currently $1,387. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Oak Island:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Antiqua Apartments | Arden | $1,043 |
Waterleigh at Leland | S1 | $1,245 |
Exchange at Westgate | Plan S-1 | $1,249 |
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Getting Around Oak Island, NC
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Oak Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Oak Island with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Oak Island is at Antiqua Apartments listed at $1,043.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Oak Island Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Oak Island is $1,387.
What is the largest available Studio Oak Island Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Oak Island is a 670 square feet unit starting from $1,474 at Heartsease Shallotte.
What is the average size for Oak Island Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Oak Island is currently 534 sq ft.
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