Cheap Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NC from $800 (44 Rentals)

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Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Centro at Pine Nash
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$1,242 - $2,221
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Centro at Pine Nash

100 Pine St WWilson, NC 27893
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Brea Wendell Falls
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$1,397 - $2,245
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Brea Wendell Falls

5809 Taylor RdWendell, NC 27591
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Cameron
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cameron

1706 Vineyard Dr NWilson, NC 27893
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Riverwood Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwood Villas

368 Athletic Club BlvdClayton, NC 27527
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Walton Farms
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Walton Farms

284 Gretzky PkyClayton, NC 27527
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Thornberry Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Thornberry Park

3701 Ashbrook Dr NWWilson, NC 27896
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Princeton, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Princeton Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Princeton, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cameron in the Westwood Village neighborhood priced from $884. College Court in the Westwood Village neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Princeton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
CameronA11BR,1BA$884
College Court1 Bedroom - Upgraded1BR,1BA$925
Beacon Pointe - Wilson2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1,003
Bramblewood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Villages at Heritage Place Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125
Cuyler Best ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,150
The Reserve at White OakC11BR,1BA$1,181
Briarcliff Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1,195
Amelia VillageMetropolitan1BR,1BA$1,224
The BluebirdADA 22BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton, NC and Nearby

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton area is the $1.32 price per square foot Bailey 2 Model at Walton Farms in the in the Churchill neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Princeton apartment is the Cotton Mill Model at Stallings Mill Apartment Homes starting at $1,615 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Poole Farms neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Walton FarmsBailey 23BR,2.5BA$1.32
Stallings Mill Apartment HomesCotton Mill2BR,2BA$1.32
Views at FlowersThe Honeysuckle2BR,2BA$1.33
Parkside VillageThe Patterson2BR,2BA$1.24
Sterling Pointe Town Homes2 Bedroom - 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.35
Sheridan Forest ApartmentsSheridan Forest Spacious 2 Bedroom Apartment Home2BR,1.5BA$1.32
Briarcliff Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.30
Beacon Pointe - Wilson2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.19
College Court1 Bedroom - Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.19
CameronA11BR,1BA$1.26

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Princeton Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Princeton?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Princeton is at Centro at Pine Nash listed at $1,297.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Princeton Apartment is $884 at Cameron.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Princeton is starting from $985 at College Court.

What is the most affordable Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Princeton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Beacon Pointe - Wilson and starts from $1,159.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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