Havelock

Background Image

Havelock, NC Area Guide

A classic military town just minutes from the North Carolina coast

Military Coastal Affordable Nature Outdoors Safe Low Crime Schools Hunting

Havelock is a secluded community near the North Carolina coastline, surrounded by Croatan National Forest and the Neuse River. The city is best known as the home of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, the largest Marine Corps air station in the world. The presence of the base has a huge impact on the local economy and culture, with thousands of military personnel, civilian military employees, and support services based in the community. Havelock boasts terrific public schools and a low crime rate, making it a great place to raise a family. The local rental market includes a wide range of apartments, houses, and condos, with budget-friendly options available to suit any taste.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Havelock, NC is $479 for one bedroom, and $983 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Havelock has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$479/month
650 Sq Ft
House
$1,366/month
951 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Havelock, NC

Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Havelock, NC is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

43 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Somewhat Bikeable

48 / 100

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

Arthur W Edwards Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Roger R Bell Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

W Jesse Gurganus Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

Graham A. Barden Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Havelock Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

Tucker Creek Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Havelock Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

Early College EAST High

Public

Grades 9-12

Havelock High

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Croatan National Forest

Airports

  • Coastal Carolina Regional

Top Apartments in Havelock

Houses for Rent in Havelock

Search Nearby Rentals

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 2026.