1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (185 Rentals)

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Wilmington, NC Local Guide

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Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: July 03, 2025

There are currently 2203 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $995 to $4,919. Windemere, UNC Wilmington and College Acres 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
Windemere206$1,400$999
UNC Wilmington157$1,235$999
College Acres142$1,263$999
Lincoln Forest138$1,316$999
Mayfaire115$1,294$999
Covil Estates98$1,563$1,060
Murraysville86$1,563$1,060
Pine Valley East83$1,531$999
Bayshore80$1,563$1,092
Ogden76$1,576$1,092

Largest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Argento at Riverlights Apartments in the Pine Valley East neighborhood and is 1,040 square feet priced from $1,599. Harrington Square has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,037 square feet and currently listed start at $1,200. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Argento at Riverlights ApartmentsA41,040 Sq Ft$1,599
Harrington SquareThe Ocean Isle1,037 Sq Ft$1,200
The Townhomes at Beau RivageAvocet w/ Bonus Room996 Sq Ft$1,480
Pier 33 ApartmentsCape971 Sq Ft$1,985
The Pinnacle TownhomesAzalea956 Sq Ft$1,550
Flats on Front1C938 Sq Ft$1,550
Hamlet Barclay WestTownhome A913 Sq Ft$1,729
South FrontRay Charles908 Sq Ft$1,692
Element Barclay1C902 Sq Ft$1,449
Meridian at Fairfield ParkA1L901 Sq Ft$1,494

Cheapest Available Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 03, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the 1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom Model starting from $799 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 $1,603. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Veterans Park1 Bedoom 1.5 Bathoom$799
The Pearl & The JewelRUBY$995
Crosswinds ApartmentsAzalea - Classic$999
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA1$999
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability$1,025
Hawthorne at New Centre1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic$1,026
Colonial Parke1 Bed, 1 bath$1,040
Starway Village1BR$1,047
Brunswick Point ApartmentsArlington$1,048

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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

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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 $799.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $1,603.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,040 square feet unit starting from $1,599 at Argento at Riverlights Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 755 sq ft.

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