
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Onslow County, NC from $400 (9 Rentals)
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Onslow County, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Onslow County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Onslow County Studio Apartments | $1,267 | $975 | $1,799 |
| Onslow County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $800 | $1,665 |
| Onslow County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $875 | $2,054 |
| Onslow County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,350 | $2,243 |
| Onslow County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Onslow County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Onslow County, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Osprey Cove North Apartments priced from $805. Kellum has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Onslow County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osprey Cove North Apartments | One Bed, One Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $805 |
| Kellum | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| WESTFIELD DUPLEXES | Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onslow County, NC
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Onslow County area is the $1.21 price per square foot Pines Model at Comet Sneads Ferry in the starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Onslow County apartment is the LP-General 3bd/3ba Model at Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments starting at $1,625 with a $1.05 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Onslow County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Comet Sneads Ferry | Pines | 3BR,3BA | $1.21 |
| Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments | LP-General 3bd/3ba | 3BR,3BA | $1.05 |
| Palisades of Jacksonville | The Freedom | 3BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Williamsburg Place | Enclave 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Arbors at Carolina Forest | The Vendegrift | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Lauradale | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Liberty Crossing | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Osprey Cove South Apartments | Two Bed, One Bath Efficiency | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Osprey Cove North Apartments | One Bed, One Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Onslow County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Onslow County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Onslow County is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Onslow County?
The cheapest apartment in Onslow County is Osprey Cove North Apartments which is listed at $805, while the average apartment in Onslow County costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Onslow County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Onslow County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Onslow County?
Cheap apartments in Onslow County have an average cost of $103 which is $2,297 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Onslow County.
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