3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (155 Rentals)

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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: September 22, 2025

There are currently 751 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $729 to $4,048. Lincoln Forest, Kirkland and Echo Farms 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
Lincoln Forest58$1,723$729
Kirkland54$2,350$1,675
Echo Farms53$2,124$1,395
Pine Valley East52$2,299$1,555
UNC Wilmington50$1,675$729
Cape Fear Country Club48$1,851$1,240
Shipyard Plaza45$2,158$1,395
Pine Valley West44$2,158$1,395
Creekwood35$1,538$729
Windemere35$1,805$729

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 1,808 square feet priced from $2,260. Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes in the Ogden neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,800 square feet and currently listed start at $3,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Townes at Blake FarmC3A1,808 Sq Ft$2,260
Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & TownhomesTH11,800 Sq Ft$3,495
Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes for RentCottage C21,716 Sq Ft$2,900
Barclay Place ApartmentsMagnolia1,695 Sq Ft$2,745
Element Barclay3A1,659 Sq Ft$2,008
Flats on Front3B Den1,621 Sq Ft$2,670
Seaboard at Sidbury StationARIA1,618 Sq Ft$2,214
The Nixon ApartmentsC21,617 Sq Ft$2,200
Banyan Silo RidgeJuniper1,613 Sq Ft$2,249

Cheapest Available Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 22, 2025 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the 3Bd reno Model starting from $1,340 at Hanover Landing Apartments in the Creekwood neighborhood. The second most affordable Wilmington 3 Bedroom is the Forest Hills - Riesling Model at The Reserve at Forest Hills starting at $1,353 . The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Wilmington is currently $2,087. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Hanover Landing Apartments3Bd reno$1,340
The Reserve at Forest HillsForest Hills - Riesling$1,353
Harbour Ridge3BR$1,395
The CreekCAMELLIA$1,399
Starway Village3BR$1,447
The Keys at 17th StreetHemingway$1,496
Abbotts RunHolden$1,538
St. Andrews ReserveC1$1,555
The Preserve at Pine ValleyWillow- 32Z$1,555
Crosswinds ApartmentsWillow - Classic$1,575

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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 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Wilmington is at Hanover Landing Apartments listed at $1,340.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,087.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 1,808 square feet unit starting from $2,260 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 1,606 sq ft.

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