
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Smyrna, NC from $600 (47 Rentals)
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Coastal Townhomes

224 Barbara Ave

Weatherstone Park

WESTFIELD DUPLEXES

Kellum

Croatan Forest Apartments

Copperfield Apartments

Azalea Gardens Apartments
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Bearfoot Landing Apartments

Colony Village

921 Eubanks St

Christopher Downs Apartments

Ashley Park Apartments

Townhomes at Whitehall

Brynn Marr Village

Woodland Crossing Apartment Homes

Tryon Estates Apartments
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Bluff Ridge

New Town Center Apartments

Beaver Creek Apartments

Colonial

Puller Place Apartments

Tryon Village Apartments

Legacy At Abbington Place

Carolina Place Apartments

Charleston Place
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Liberty Pointe Luxury Apartments

Haven at Wild Dunes

Comet West New Bern

Compass Landing

Hawthorne at New Bern

Hudson Carolina Colours

Jackson

122 Witten Cir

318 Norfolk Dr
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106 Jodoc Dr

Margret Court

112 Longleaf St

131 Twin Wood Dr

220 John Ct

220 Sequoia Dr

217 Grove Ln

1307 Fisher St

4513 Country Club Rd
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Stewart Legacy Suites

Midtown at Guardian
Smyrna, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smyrna?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smyrna 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $800 | $1,853 |
| Smyrna 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,645 | $799 | $2,175 |
| Smyrna 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,563 | $681 | $2,150 |
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Cheapest Available Smyrna Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Smyrna, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Tate Commons in the Downtown New Bern neighborhood priced from $681. Coastal Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Smyrna apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tate Commons | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $681 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| WESTFIELD DUPLEXES | Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $875 |
| Kellum | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Croatan Forest Apartments | 39A | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Jackson | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 224 Barbara Ave | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Copperfield Apartments | 1 Bed- 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Bearfoot Landing Apartments | Beautiful One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smyrna, NC and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smyrna area is the $1.28 price per square foot The Hunley Model at Compass Landing in the starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Smyrna apartment is the 3 x 2 Model at Charleston Place starting at $1,600 with a $1.28 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Smyrna apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compass Landing | The Hunley | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Charleston Place | 3 x 2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Colonial | Epic Journey | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Townhomes at Whitehall | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.00 |
| Coastal Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Beaver Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Croatan Forest Apartments | 39A | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 921 Eubanks St | 621 Watson Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Weatherstone Park | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Tate Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smyrna Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Smyrna Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Smyrna Apartment is $833 at Tate Commons.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Smyrna Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Smyrna is starting from $799 at Coastal Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Smyrna Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Smyrna Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tate Commons and starts from $681.
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