1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (182 Rentals)

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Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 17, 2025

There are currently 1559 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $995 to $10,784. Lincoln Forest, Windemere and Pine Valley East are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Wilmington with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Lincoln Forest102$1,382$999
Windemere102$1,415$999
Pine Valley East80$1,558$1,049
UNC Wilmington80$1,250$999
Pine Valley West77$1,482$1,049
College Acres66$1,289$999
Mayfaire65$1,520$999
Cape Fear Country Club62$1,394$995
Echo Farms62$1,478$1,047
Shipyard Plaza60$1,468$1,047

Largest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Hawthorne at Indy West in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood and is 1,131 square feet priced from $1,783. Metropolitan at the Riverwalk in the Carolina Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,058 square feet and currently listed start at $2,020. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Hawthorne at Indy WestThe Beacon1,131 Sq Ft$1,783
Metropolitan at the RiverwalkA13TH - Townhome1,058 Sq Ft$2,020
Argento at Riverlights ApartmentsA41,040 Sq Ft$1,599
Exchange at WestgatePlan A-6980 Sq Ft$1,669
Pier 33 ApartmentsCape971 Sq Ft$1,935
The Pinnacle TownhomesAzalea956 Sq Ft$1,550
Cypress Pond @ Porters NeckAzalea with Sunroom940 Sq Ft$1,294
Flats on Front1C938 Sq Ft$1,755
Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes for RentTownhome A913 Sq Ft$1,729
Harrington SquareThe Holden905 Sq Ft$1,274

Cheapest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 17, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom Model starting from $900 at Veterans Park in the The Cape Cypress Island neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmington 1 Bedroom is the RUBY Model at The Pearl & The Jewel starting at $995 in the South Side neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $1,619. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom$900
The Pearl & The JewelRUBY$995
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA1$999
Colonial Parke1 Bed, 1 bath$1,040
Starway Village1BR$1,047
Crosswinds ApartmentsAzalea - Classic$1,049
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability$1,050
Cape HarborBrindley$1,079
The Reserve at Forest HillsForest Hills - Chianti$1,080

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Wilmington Overview

A coastal post city in the great state of North Carolina, Wilmington is a progressive city known for its scenic beauty and thriving arts community. Officially designated as a 'Coast Guard City', the city is home to a number of ships and other war memorials, as well as a wide range of impressive historic homes and sprawling estates.

Why live in Wilmington, NC?

Known among film fans as 'Hollywood East', apartments for rent in Wilmington offer close proximity not only to the famous Screen Gems Studios (ground zero for hit shows such as 'Dawson's Creek' and 'One Tree Hill'), but also an impressive myriad of cultural destinations, ranging from art galleries to museums. Add to that a jaw-dropping coastal view, and you have a North Carolina city well worthy of your consideration.

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Wilmington, NC

Ranked #6

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around Wilmington, NC

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

17 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Wilmington is at Veterans Park listed at $900.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $1,619.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,131 square feet unit starting from $1,783 at Hawthorne at Indy West.

What is the average size for Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 324 sq ft.

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