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  7. Building Photo - 703 1st St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,300
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,300
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,300

    703 1st St Unit B

    703 1st St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
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  9. Building Photo - 317 Egret Ct
    3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,990

    317 Egret Ct

    317 Egret Ct, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  17. 3 BEDS, 2.5 BATHS
    $2,500

    3616 Clyde St

    3616 Clyde St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  21. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,700

    128 Sutton Dr

    128 Sutton Dr, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  22. 3 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,500

    514 Madrin St

    514 Madrin St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  23. 3 BEDS, 2 BATHS
    $1,800

    116 Ida Acres

    116 Ida Acres, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  30. 2 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,700

    918NP

    918 N Poindexter St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  31. 4 BEDS, 1.5 BATHS
    $1,600

    318 S Dyer St

    318 S Dyer St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  32. 1 BED
    $1,041+
    2 BEDS
    $1,140+
    3 BEDS
    $1,265+

    Walker Landing

    1003 Walker Ave, Elizabeth City, NC 27909
  33. 3 BEDS
    $1,650

    Emerald Lake

    1500 Emerald Lake Cir, Elizabeth City, NC 27909

Elizabeth City at a Glance

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$1,216
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Elizabeth City, NC Apartments for Rent

Elizabeth City is a historic waterfront community tucked into a narrow bend of the Pasquotank River in northeastern North Carolina. As the county seat and cultural center of the sixteen-county Historic Albemarle region, it offers renters an affordable coastal lifestyle that balances small-town charm with easy access to historic attractions and conveniences—all while being part of the greater Virginia Beach-Norfolk metropolitan area.

Searching for apartments for rent in Elizabeth City? You'll discover budget-friendly options that deliver real value compared to pricier Virginia cities nearby. Plus, you'll stay connected to great shopping, dining, and riverfront activities without breaking the bank. The city's prime spot near U.S. Highway 17 and U.S. Highway 158 keeps your commute simple, and College of the Albemarle's main campus brings educational opportunities right to your doorstep. From converted historic buildings downtown to contemporary complexes on the city's edges, apartment communities here put you close to the working waterfront, neighborhood parks, and a downtown district that locals love for its friendly, walkable atmosphere.

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Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
107 Students
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Pasquotank County High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
620 Students
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Northeastern High

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
701 Students
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Elizabeth City Middle

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Public
Grades 6-8
515 Students
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River Road Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
463 Students
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Weeksville Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
216 Students
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Northside Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
413 Students
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J C Sawyer Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
368 Students
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Pasquotank Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
254 Students
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Central Elementary

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Public
Grades K-5
481 Students

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Elizabeth City, NC

What are the average rent costs in Elizabeth City, NC?

The average rent in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,216.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,216.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,486.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,470.

What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC?

The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,434.

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