
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC Under $1,700 (149 Rentals)


Oasis at Riverlights

Arboretum West

The Nixon Apartments

Middle Sound West Apartments

Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes

Belle Meade
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Avalon of Wilmington

Oak Grove at Blake Farm

The Pines of Wilmington Apartments

Hamlet Barclay West

The Range On Oleander

Comet Scotts Hill

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

Ansley Park

Amberleigh South

Pier 33 Apartments
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Mayfaire Flats

Stephens Pointe

The Reserve at Mayfaire

Cypress Pond @ Porters Neck

Barclay Place Apartments

Still Meadow Village

City Block

The Keys at 17th Street

Argento at Riverlights Apartments
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Palisades at Lewis Creek

Osprey Landing

Abbotts Run

Wilmington Commons Apartments

Crosswinds Apartments

34 North Apartments

Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes

Hawthorne at Oleander

Hawthorne at New Centre

South Front

Bellingham Park

Sand Ridge

The Terrace Apartments

Headwaters at Autumn Hall

The Preserve at Pine Valley

Village Green Apartment Homes

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Hawthorne at Smith Creek
Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wilmington?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Wilmington Studio Apartments | $1,316 | $775 | $3,482 |
Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,607 | $825 | $4,509 |
Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,924 | $915 | $6,982 |
Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,277 | $699 | $9,336 |
Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,860 | $2,620 | $3,390 |
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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 $1,607.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,060 square feet unit starting from $1,648 at Hawthorne at Oleander.
What is the average size for Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 725 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls
Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.