3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (159 Rentals)

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The Nixon
$2,290

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Base Rent$1,889 - $2,410
Total Monthly Price$1,889 - $2,410
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The Nixon

7015 Ruth AveWilmington, NC 28411
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Amberleigh South
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$2,013 - $2,116

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Base Rent$1,557 - $2,740
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Amberleigh South

550 Avery DrWilmington, NC 28411
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The Willow
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$1,572 - $1,786

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Base Rent$1,306 - $3,398
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The Willow

414 Mill Creek CtWilmington, NC 28403
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Clear Run
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$1,544 - $1,804

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Base Rent$1,284 - $3,999
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Clear Run

5300 New Centre DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Cape Harbor
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$1,692 - $1,823

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Base Rent$1,413 - $4,864
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Cape Harbor

7113 Cape Harbor DrWilmington, NC 28411
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Riverwood
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$2,150 - $2,784

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Base Rent$1,479 - $2,784
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Riverwood

3510 Corder DrWilmington, NC 28412
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Element Barclay
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$2,308 - $2,392

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Base Rent$1,495 - $2,392
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Element Barclay

1605 Barclay Point BlvdWilmington, NC 28412
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Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 07, 2026

There are currently 571 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $799 to $6,050. Pine Valley East, Echo Farms and Windemere are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Wilmington with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Pine Valley East39$2,274$1,559
Echo Farms38$2,201$1,559
Windemere35$1,848$799
Shipyard Plaza33$2,206$1,450
Silver Lake32$2,150$1,559
UNC Wilmington32$1,742$799
Lincoln Forest31$1,774$1,199
Pine Valley West28$2,183$1,450
Covil Estates26$1,922$799
Northchase26$2,041$1,481

Largest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Arboretum Village in the Ogden neighborhood and is 1,876 square feet priced from $3,399. Townes at Blake Farm in the Kirkland neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,872 square feet and currently listed start at $3,139. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Arboretum VillageMeadow1,876 Sq Ft$3,399
Townes at Blake FarmC4D1,872 Sq Ft$3,139
RiverwoodC2B1,832 Sq Ft$2,678
The Pinnacle TownhomesDogwood (Enclosed)1,809 Sq Ft$2,350
Proximity WatermarkC2B1,760 Sq Ft$6,050
Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes for RentCottage C1 + Den1,716 Sq Ft$2,964
Barclay Place ApartmentsMagnolia1,695 Sq Ft$2,479
Element Barclay3A1,659 Sq Ft$2,376
Seaboard at Sidbury StationARIA1,618 Sq Ft$2,283
Banyan Silo RidgeJuniper1,613 Sq Ft$2,405

Cheapest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 07, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the Calabash Model starting from $1,442 at Brunswick Point Apartments in the Brunswick County neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmington 3 Bedroom is the 3 Bedroom - Garden Model at New Hanover Village Apartments starting at $1,450 in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $2,187. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Brunswick Point ApartmentsCalabash$1,442
New Hanover Village Apartments3 Bedroom - Garden$1,450
Villas at Echo EastC160$1,451
St. Andrews ReserveC1$1,516
Forest HillsRIVER OAK$1,560
Glenmeade VillageMagnolia$1,569
Canterbury Woods3 Bedroom Garden$1,589
Meridian VillageCumberland$1,598
Crosswinds32$1,609
The WillowBlue Stone C2A$1,613

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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.

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Wilmington, NC

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Wilmington is at Brunswick Point Apartments listed at $1,442.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,187.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,876 square feet unit starting from $3,399 at Arboretum Village.

What is the average size for Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 1,274 sq ft.

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