
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, NC from $500 (10 Rentals)
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Sunset Beach, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sunset Beach?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Sunset Beach Studio Apartments | $1,676 | $1,333 | $2,372 |
Sunset Beach 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $817 | $2,858 |
Sunset Beach 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,888 | $975 | $3,130 |
Sunset Beach 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,121 | $3,681 |
Sunset Beach 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $2,270 | $2,588 |
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Cheapest Available Sunset Beach Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Sunset Beach, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Cardinal Pointe priced from $817. Harbor Meadows in the Beacon Townes neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Sunset Beach apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cardinal Pointe | 1 bed-1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $817 |
Harbor Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,000 |
E & E Motel Furnished with Utilities Included | Small Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sunset Beach, NC and Nearby
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sunset Beach area is the $1.37 price per square foot ARIA Model at The Landing at Stone Chimney in the starting from $2,220. The second greatest value Sunset Beach apartment is the Townhome Model at Bells Lake Townes starting at $1,645 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Walkers Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sunset Beach apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Landing at Stone Chimney | ARIA | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
Bells Lake Townes | Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.13 |
River Rock at Shingletree | Cascade | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
View at Crow Creek | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.47 |
Carolina Crossing | The Efficient | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
Lorrel Apartments | Windswell | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
Cardinal Pointe | 2 bed-1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Harbor Meadows | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
Colonial Charters | Haven | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
Sandridge Living | Elm | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
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Getting Around Sunset Beach, NC
Walk Score®
22 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Sunset Beach Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Sunset Beach?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Sunset Beach is at Lively at Grande Dunes listed at $1,395.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment is $817 at Cardinal Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Sunset Beach Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Sunset Beach is starting from $1,187 at Cardinal Pointe.
What is the most affordable Sunset Beach Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Sunset Beach Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harbor Meadows and starts from $1,000.
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