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Apartments for Rent in Elizabeth City, NC

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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1500 Emerald Lake Circle, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
    3 BEDS Ask for Pricing
  • a living room and dining room with a couch and a table
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    613 Hull Drive, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
    1 BED $454+
    2 BEDS $525+
  • a kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    1003 Walker Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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Elizabeth City, NC rent trends

Rental prices in Elizabeth City, NC have decreased by 0.77% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,595 to $1,583.

Check out the average rent prices in Elizabeth City by neighborhood.

Compared to the national average rent of $1,741, the average rent in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,583.

Average rent in Elizabeth City, NC

$1,583/mo Elizabeth City, NC average rental price, January 2026
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,583.

    What's the typical rent budget in Elizabeth City, NC?

    Around 65% of Elizabeth City’s apartments are in the $1,501-$2,000 price range. 35% of apartments are priced between $1,001-$1,500.

    The largest share of rentals in Elizabeth City, NC (65%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Elizabeth City, NC

    17 /100
    Car-Dependent
    34 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 17, Bike Score®: 34

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Elizabeth City, NC last updated?

    Prices and availability in Elizabeth City, NC were last updated on 19 Feb 2026.

    What are the best apartments in Elizabeth City, NC?

    The best apartments in Elizabeth City, NC are: Emerald Lake Apartments, Tooley Place and Walker Landing.

    What type of rental buildings are in Elizabeth City, NC?

    In Elizabeth City, 59% of the residents are renting compared to 41% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 3% of Elizabeth City's rentals, 52% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 44% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Elizabeth City, NC?

    The average age of rental buildings in Elizabeth City is 27 years old, with 38% being newer apartment buildings completed since 2000. The average height of apartment buildings in the city is 3 stories, of which all are garden-style apartment communities, 6% are mid-sized buildings, and none are high-rises. These characteristics describe large-scale apartment communities of 50 apartments or more.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Elizabeth City, NC?

    Rental apartments in Elizabeth City come in a range of sizes and floorplans. Studio apartments represent 0.6% of units for rent, ideal for singles, renters on a budget and people who value central locations more than space. Rentals with 1-bedroom floorplans make up 16% of the total apartments in the city, while 2-bedroom floorplans represent around 50% of all rentals in Elizabeth City. The rest are larger floorplans with 3 bedrooms or more, typically preferred by families, larger households or roommates sharing space.

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