
Top Rated New Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (51 Rentals)
Apartments in Wilmington with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


Middle Sound West Apartments

The Nixon Apartments

Arboretum West

Oasis at Riverlights

The Cordelia

Ansley Park

Amberleigh South

Pier 33 Apartments
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Cadia Myrtle Landing

Mayfaire Flats

Sawmill Point

City Block

The Helmsman

Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes

Hawthorne at Oleander

South Front

Arboretum Village

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Hawthorne at Smith Creek
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Meridian at Fairfield Park

Grand View Luxury Apartments

Flats on Front

Arbor Trace

Element Barclay Station

Hudson at Renaissance

Hawthorne at Indy West

The Townhomes at Beau Rivage

Element Barclay

One Midtown Apartment Homes
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The Pinnacle Townhomes

Student | Uncommon Wilmington

Belle Meade Apartments - Phase III

Westport Lofts

The Parker Leland

Encore at Westgate

Waterleigh at Leland

Seaboard at Sidbury Station

Harrington Square

Comet Westgate

Hawthorne at Leland
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 | $1,324 | $775 | $3,542 |
Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $825 | $4,970 |
Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,948 | $915 | $7,695 |
Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $709 | $8,172 |
Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,882 | $2,590 | $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 New Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest New apartment in Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable New Apartment in Wilmington is at Villas at Echo East listed at $910.
How much is the average rent for a New Wilmington Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Wilmington is $2,214.
What is the largest New Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 2,162 square feet unit starting from $1,544 at Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the average size for Wilmington New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Wilmington is currently at 735 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.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.