Apartments for Rent in Kill Devil Hills, NC
Kill Devil Hills is the center of the Outer Banks and home to most of Lease NC's year-round communities. Choose from luxury apartments, new pet-friendly apartments and long-term condo rentals, all built for full-time living rather than weekly vacation stays.
Our Kill Devil Hills Communities
Run Hill Apartments
Luxury 1 to 3-bedroom apartments with a resort-style pool and spa, soundfront dock and kayak launch, fitness center, clubhouse and in-unit laundry.
Somerset Apartments
New 1 and 2-bedroom apartments about a mile from the ocean, with a soundfront dock, dog court, elevator access and in-unit laundry. Pets welcome.
Hamilton Cay Reserve
Long-term condo rentals in Bermuda Bay, in elevator buildings designed for year-round coastal living.
Cambridge Cove
Rentals at 1101 Cambridge Rd in Kill Devil Hills, close to the beach, schools and shopping.
Living in Kill Devil Hills
Kill Devil Hills sits between Kitty Hawk and Nags Head, so beaches, grocery stores, restaurants and the main employers of the Outer Banks are all a short drive away. It's home to the Wright Brothers National Memorial and the First Flight schools.
- Schools: Run Hill and Somerset are near Nags Head Elementary, First Flight Middle and First Flight High School.
- Outdoors: Ocean beaches on one side and the Albemarle Sound on the other. Run Hill and Somerset both have soundfront docks with kayak launches.
- Getting around: US 158 and NC 12 (the Beach Road) run the length of town, with Kitty Hawk to the north and Nags Head to the south.
Which Kill Devil Hills Community Fits You?
- Want resort-style amenities? Run Hill has a pool and spa, clubhouse, fitness center, media room and game room.
- Have a dog? Somerset welcomes pets, and both Somerset and Run Hill have dog courts with waste stations.
- Prefer a condo? Hamilton Cay Reserve offers long-term condo rentals in Bermuda Bay. Read Year-Round Living at Hamilton Cay Reserve.
More Ways to Find a Home
See all of our Outer Banks long-term rentals, browse every Lease NC community, or look at rentals in Elizabeth City on the mainland.
Nearby Amenities in Kill Devil Hills, Kitty Hawk & Nags Head
Our Kill Devil Hills communities put everyday essentials, beaches, dining and healthcare close to home. Here are local places renters use most, with links to each one's official site.
Groceries & Pharmacies
- Food Lion 1720 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Harris Teeter 2012 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Walgreens 1200 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- CVS Pharmacy 1101 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Bear Drugs 5200 N Croatan Hwy #1011, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Restaurants & Coffee
- Outer Banks Brewing Station 600 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Awful Arthur's Oyster Bar 2106 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Mama Kwan's Grill & Tiki Bar 1701 S Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- The Saltbox Cafe 1469 Colington Rd, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Colington Cafe 1029 Colington Rd, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Goombays Grille & Raw Bar 1608 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Jolly Roger Restaurant 1836 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Front Porch Cafe 2200 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Chilli Peppers Coastal Grill 3001 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Black Pelican Seafood Co. 3848 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Healthcare
- Outer Banks Health Hospital 4800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959
- Outer Banks Health Urgent Care - Kitty Hawk 5112 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
- Outer Banks Health Urgent Care - Nags Head 5002 S Croatan Hwy, Suite A, Nags Head, NC 27959
- Outer Banks Health Family Medicine - Kitty Hawk 5120 N Croatan Hwy, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
- Outer Banks Health Orthopedics & Sports Medicine 3102 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Parks, Beaches & Attractions
- Wright Brothers National Memorial 1000 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Jockey's Ridge State Park 300 W Carolista Dr, Nags Head, NC 27959
- Nags Head Woods Preserve 701 W Ocean Acres Dr, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Avalon Fishing Pier 2111 N Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Dare County Family Recreation Park 602 Mustian St, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Kitty Hawk Park 900 W Kitty Hawk Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
Fitness, Libraries & Community
- Outer Banks Family YMCA 3000 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959
- Kill Devil Hills Library (Dare County Library) 400 Mustian St, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Schools & Colleges
- First Flight Elementary School 107 Veterans Dr, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- First Flight Middle School 109 Veterans Dr, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- First Flight High School 100 Veterans Dr, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Kitty Hawk Elementary School 16 S Dogwood Trail, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
- Nags Head Elementary School 3100 S Wrightsville Ave, Nags Head, NC 27959
- College of The Albemarle - Dare 205 Highway 64 S, Manteo, NC 27954
Shopping & Services
- Target 1901 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Lowe's Home Improvement 1500 N Croatan Hwy, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
Employers & Local Government
- Town of Kill Devil Hills Town Hall Drive, Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
- Dare County Government 954 Marshall C. Collins Dr, Manteo, NC 27954
- Outer Banks Health 4800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959
Business hours and seasonal schedules vary. Please check each website before visiting.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many apartment communities does Lease NC have in Kill Devil Hills?
Four: Run Hill Apartments, Somerset Apartments, Hamilton Cay Reserve and Cambridge Cove.
Are there pet-friendly apartments in Kill Devil Hills?
Yes. Somerset Apartments welcomes pets, and Run Hill and Somerset both have dog courts. Contact us for each community's pet policy.
How far are the apartments from the beach?
Somerset Apartments is about a mile from the ocean, and Run Hill is less than a mile from the ocean or sound.
How do I apply?
Browse available rentals and apply online, or call our Kill Devil Hills leasing office at (866) 364-9534, Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 5 PM.
Find Your Home in Kill Devil Hills
See what's available at Run Hill, Somerset, Hamilton Cay Reserve and Cambridge Cove.


