Tanglewood
3895 Waterside Dr,
Elizabeth City, NC 27909
$1,425 - $1,955 | 1-3 Beds
Elizabeth City
Elizabeth City, NC
Area Guide
Savor small-town living in the historic Harbor of Hospitality
Welcoming
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Riverside
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Historic
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Quaint
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Charming
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Scenic
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Convenient
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Laidback
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Affordable
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Situated on the Pasquotank River and Intracoastal Waterway in northeastern North Carolina, Elizabeth City offers a historic, small-town environment that continues to progress and grow. Known as “the Harbor of Hospitality,” Elizabeth City is home to friendly coffeehouses, bookstores, and specialty shops housed in historic buildings as well as one of the largest Coast Guard Air Bases in the United States. History lives and inspires at Elizabeth City’s Museum of the Albemarle and its exceptional rotating exhibits.
Once a major seaport, Elizabeth City now provides free boat dockage for 48 hours to travelers from all over the world. Rich in the water and agricultural traditions, Elizabeth City hosts the popular North Carolina Potato Festival, drawing thousands every year. Outdoor recreation abounds in the unique ecosystems, beaches, rivers, and sounds that surround Elizabeth City. Urban amenities aren’t too far from Elizabeth City, with Norfolk less than an hour’s drive away.
Rent Trends
As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Elizabeth City, NC is $1,192 for one bedroom, $1,411 for two bedrooms, and $1,615 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Elizabeth City has decreased by -0.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,192/month
577 Sq Ft
House
$2,044/month
548 Sq Ft
Transportation
38
Car-Dependent
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.
45
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
473 Students
8
Public
Grades K-5
216 Students
6
Public
Grades K-5
353 Students
5
Public
Grades K-5
368 Students
4
Public
Grades K-5
270 Students
4
Public
Grades 6-8
515 Students
7
Public
Grades 6-8
463 Students
6
Elizabeth City Pasquotank Early College
Public
Grades 9-12
107 Students
7
Public
Grades 9-12
701 Students
2
Public
Grades 9-12
628 Students
2
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.