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property at 522 S Kerr Ave

$1,150 - $1,495

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522 S Kerr Ave

WilmingtonNC28403

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property at 1731 41st St

$1,450 - $1,650

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$1,450 - $1,650
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3 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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1731 41st St

WilmingtonNC28403

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Cheapest Available New Hanover County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Hanover County, NC is a 3 Beds unit found at Elevation Student Living in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood priced from $819. Hawthorne at New Centre in the Windemere neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $908. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Hanover County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Elevation Student LivingCordova (Enclave)3BR,2BA$819
Hawthorne at New Centre1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic1BR,1BA$908
Villas at Echo EastA2- 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$910
Elevation SouthDerby A (Elevation II)4BR,4BA$949
The CreekIVYStudio,1BA$949
Quad Apartment HomesA - Airlie1BR,1BA$968
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$975
The Pearl & The JewelRUBY1BR,1BA$995
Lofts of WilmingtonA1R - Dogwood1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Hanover County, NC

As of February 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Hanover County area is the $1.11 price per square foot 114 S 5th Ave Model at 114 S 5th Ave, Unit UP in the in the South Side neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value New Hanover County apartment is the Catawba Exterior Model at Townes at Park Place starting at $1,999 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Pine Valley East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Hanover County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
114 S 5th Ave, Unit UP114 S 5th Ave3BR,1BA$1.11
Townes at Park PlaceCatawba Exterior3BR,2.5BA$1.32
Glenmeade VillageMagnolia3BR,2BA$1.28
The Nest at 49553x33BR,3BA$0.63
Sand RidgeDayLily2BR,2BA$1.27
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.73
Shipyard at WilmingtonThe Tide1BR,1BA$1.38
North Chase ApartmentsThe Coastal2BR,2BA$1.28
Starway Village1BR1BR,1BA$1.34
Villas at Echo EastA2- 1 bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22

Frequently Asked Questions about New Hanover County

What type of rentals are currently available in New Hanover County?

There are currently 422 Apartments for Rent in New Hanover County, NC with pricing that ranges from $699 to $6,050. There are also 308 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in New Hanover County ranging from $750 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in New Hanover County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in New Hanover County ranges from $750 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,242.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in New Hanover County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in New Hanover County range from $699 to $6,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,425 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $939.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.