
Top Rated 3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (52 Rentals)


Oasis at Riverlights

Palisades at Lewis Creek

Belle Meade

Avalon of Wilmington

The Cottages at Riverlights

Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes

Reserve at Blake Farm

The Cordelia

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Banyan Silo Ridge
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The Helmsman

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Amberleigh South

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Pier 33 Apartments

Meridian at Fairfield Park

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Barclay Place Apartments

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The Willow

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Cape Harbor

Abbotts Run

Crosswinds

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Riverwood
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Headwaters at Autumn Hall

Still Meadow Village

Hawthorne at Oleander

Amberleigh Shores

Townes at Blake Farm

Ansley Park

Hawthorne at Smith Creek

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Element Barclay

Hawthorne at Murrayville

The Reserve at Mayfaire
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Forest Hills

The Creek

Grand View Luxury Apartments

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Canterbury Woods

Chateau Terrace

Arboretum Village

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Glenmeade Village

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Seahawk Cove

Hawthorne at Indy West
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One Midtown Apartment Homes

Quad Apartment Homes

Elevation Student Living

Stephens Pointe

Bellingham Park

Creekwood South

Flats on Front

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Sidbury Crossing

Evolve Waterford

Westport Lofts
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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 | $1,526 | $850 | $2,169 |
| Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,649 | $863 | $3,359 |
| Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,872 | $945 | $4,887 |
| Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,176 | $715 | $6,050 |
| Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,296 | $939 | $3,795 |
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2.5Pet Friendly
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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 New Hanover Village Apartments listed at $1,450.
How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Wilmington Apartment?
The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Wilmington is $2,176.
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 $3,279 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 1,258 sq ft.
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