3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (154 Rentals)

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Amberleigh South
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$1,813 - $1,887
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$1,480 - $2,529
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Amberleigh South

550 Avery DrWilmington, NC 28411
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The Willow
$1,870 - $2,275
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$1,443 - $2,318
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The Willow

414 Mill Creek CtWilmington, NC 28403
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Clear Run
$1,850 - $2,335
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$1,378 - $2,378
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Clear Run

5300 New Centre DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Cape Harbor
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$1,780 - $1,950
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$1,247 - $1,992
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Cape Harbor

7113 Cape Harbor DrWilmington, NC 28411
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Riverwood
$1,999 - $2,784
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$1,374 - $2,784
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Riverwood

3510 Corder DrWilmington, NC 28412
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Canterbury Woods
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$1,585 - $1,665
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$1,220 - $1,685
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Canterbury Woods

2320 Canterwood DrWilmington, NC 28401
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Wilmington, NC Local Guide

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Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 08, 2026

There are currently 614 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $765 to $6,150. Echo Farms, Pine Valley East and Lincoln Forest 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
Echo Farms53$2,085$1,350
Pine Valley East51$2,212$1,540
Lincoln Forest49$1,795$765
Shipyard Plaza44$2,144$1,350
Pine Valley West39$2,067$1,350
Silver Lake38$2,065$1,558
Cape Fear Country Club37$1,799$924
Northchase34$2,017$1,440
Sunset Park28$2,448$1,350
UNC Wilmington28$1,795$765

Largest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Townes at Blake Farm in the Kirkland neighborhood and is 1,872 square feet priced from $2,839. Riverwood in the Shipyard Plaza neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,832 square feet and currently listed start at $2,377. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Townes at Blake FarmC4D1,872 Sq Ft$2,839
RiverwoodC2B1,832 Sq Ft$2,377
Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes for RentCottage C1 + Den1,716 Sq Ft$2,914
Barclay Place ApartmentsMagnolia1,695 Sq Ft$2,779
Seaboard at Sidbury StationARIA1,618 Sq Ft$2,519
Banyan Silo RidgeJuniper1,613 Sq Ft$2,405
Proximity WatermarkC2A1,609 Sq Ft$5,970
Exchange at WestgatePlan C-11,569 Sq Ft$1,769
The CordeliaThe Alina1,568 Sq Ft$2,663
Overlook at Jackeys CreekThe McKinley1,564 Sq Ft$1,832

Cheapest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 08, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the The Watercress Model starting from $1,129 at Egret Pointe Apartment Homes . The second most affordable Wilmington 3 Bedroom is the Calabash Model at Brunswick Point Apartments starting at $1,330 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $2,070. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Egret Pointe Apartment HomesThe Watercress$1,129
Brunswick Point ApartmentsCalabash$1,330
The Pines of Wilmington ApartmentsThree Bedroom - Luxury$1,350
Meridian VillageCumberland$1,440
Starway Village3BR$1,442
New Hanover Village Apartments3 Bedroom - Garden$1,450
Briarcliff VillasCreedmoor$1,531
The Preserve at Pine ValleyWillow- 32Z$1,540
Crosswinds32$1,567
Willow GlenCalabash$1,581

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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 Egret Pointe Apartment Homes listed at $1,129.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,070.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,872 square feet unit starting from $2,839 at Townes at Blake Farm.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Wilmington is currently 1,186 sq ft.

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