
Top Rated New Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (36 Rentals)
Apartments in Wilmington with the best features, newest construction, and richest amenities.


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The Nixon

Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes

Palisades at Lewis Creek

Belle Meade

Middle Sound West Apartments

The Cottages at Riverlights

Argento at Riverlights Apartments

The Cordelia
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Banyan Silo Ridge

The Helmsman

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Amberleigh South

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Pier 33 Apartments

Mayfaire Flats

Meridian at Fairfield Park

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Riverwood

Hawthorne at Oleander

17 Social
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Townes at Blake Farm

Ansley Park

Hawthorne at Smith Creek

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Element Barclay

Sawmill Point

Grand View Luxury Apartments

Arboretum Village

Hawthorne at the Pointe

Arbor Trace
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Oak Grove at Blake Farm

Seahawk Cove

Hawthorne at Indy West

Flats on Front

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Sidbury Crossing

Evolve Waterford

Westport Lofts

Seaboard at Sidbury Station

Comet Westgate
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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 | $1,545 | $850 | $2,169 |
| Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $863 | $3,657 |
| Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,873 | $945 | $4,807 |
| Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,181 | $715 | $6,050 |
| Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,523 | $949 | $3,795 |
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Ranked #7
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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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 The Pearl & The Jewel listed at $995.
How much is the average rent for a New Wilmington Apartment?
The average rent for a New Apartment in Wilmington is $2,228.
What is the largest New Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's New apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 2,191 square feet unit starting from $1,880 at The Sterling.
What is the average size for Wilmington New Apartments for rent?
The average size for a New rental in Wilmington is currently at 803 sq ft.
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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.