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3030 Marsh Winds Cir

3350 Club Villas Dr
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1330 N Howe St

1455 W Black Squirrel Ln

4250 Cherry Laurel Ln SE
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131 Cedar Rd
Oak Island, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Oak Island?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Oak Island 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,358 | $1,350 | $3,200 |
Oak Island 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,242 | $1,695 | $3,200 |
Oak Island 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,706 | $1,849 | $5,000 |
Oak Island 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,848 | $2,295 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Oak Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Island, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Veterans Park in the The Cape Cypress Island neighborhood priced from $799. Coastal Villas in the RiverMist neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $976. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Island apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Veterans Park | 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Coastal Villas | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $976 |
Egret Pointe Apartment Homes | The Pinelandcress | 2BR,2BA | $985 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Island, NC and Nearby
As of September 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Island area is the $1.40 price per square foot Aria Model at Jackey's Ridge in the starting from $2,268. The second greatest value Oak Island apartment is the ARIA Model at The Landing at Stone Chimney starting at $1,975 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Island apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Jackey's Ridge | Aria | 3BR,2BA | $1.40 |
The Landing at Stone Chimney | ARIA | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Hawthorne at the Pointe | The Carolina | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.38 |
Encore at Westgate | Hatteras | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.44 |
Carolina Crossing | The Efficient | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Egret Pointe Apartment Homes | The Pinelandcress | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
Comet Westgate | B2E | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
Hawthorne Waterside | Laguna | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Birch Pond Apartments | Brunswick | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Cardinal Pointe | 1 bed-1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Oak Island
What type of rentals are currently available in Oak Island?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Oak Island, NC with pricing that ranges from $825 to $5,550. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Oak Island ranging from $1,000 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Oak Island?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Oak Island ranges from $1,000 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,184.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Oak Island?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Oak Island range from $1,133 to $3,875, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,849 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,049.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.