
Apartments for Rent with Specials in Wilmington, NC (81 Rentals)
Apartments in Wilmington with special offers and discounts available right now - opportunities to save money or get a month or more of free rent.


Palisades at Lewis Creek

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

Oasis at Riverlights

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Amberleigh South

Belle Meade

Proximity Watermark

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Middle Sound West Apartments

Avalon of Wilmington

Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes
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Hamlet Barclay West - Homes & Townhomes for Rent

Argento at Riverlights Apartments

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The Range On Oleander

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The Cordelia

Pier 33 Apartments

Meridian at Fairfield Park

Stephens Pointe

Barclay Place Apartments

Wilmington Commons Apartments

Still Meadow Village
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City Block

Amberleigh Shores

The Willow

Cape Harbor

Abbotts Run

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Riverwood Apartments & Townhomes

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Cadia Myrtle Landing - Townhomes for Rent

South Front

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Headwaters at Autumn Hall

Hawthorne at Oleander
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17 Social

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Comet Scotts Hill

Arboretum Village

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Flats on Front

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Overlook at RiverPlace

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Sawmill Point

The Reserve at Mayfaire

Canterbury Woods

Hawthorne at the Station

Cypress Grove Apartments

Lofts of Wilmington

New Providence Park

Harbor Station Townhomes

The Creek

Mid Castle

Tesla Park

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Forest Hills

Starway Village

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Townes at Park Place

Ethos 622
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 with Rent Specials | $1,487 | $825 | $2,050 |
| Wilmington 1 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,494 | $823 | $3,923 |
| Wilmington 2 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $1,787 | $925 | $4,954 |
| Wilmington 3 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,022 | $699 | $6,050 |
| Wilmington 4 Bedroom Apartments with Rent Specials | $2,456 | $939 | $3,835 |
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Top Apartments in Wilmington, NC with Move-In Specials Ending Soon
Specials updated: 02-23-2026Take advantage of these move-in and rent specials that are ending soon for top Wilmington, NC apartments. Act fast and don’t miss out on an incredible deal on your perfect new place!
Briarcliff Villas
Unlock $1,000 Savings - Apply and move in between 2.16.26-3.15.26 and receive $1000 off move in costs. Minimum of a 13-month lease is required. Receive a credit for application and administrative fees when you move in. Transfers are excluded.Expires 02-22-2026
Meridian Village
Unlock $1,000 Savings - Apply and move in between 2.16.26-3.15.26 and receive $1000 off move in costs, plus application fee and admin fee credited back at move in. Minimum of a 13-month lease is required. Transfers are excluded. Select homes applyExpires 02-22-2026
Canterbury Woods
Limited Time Savings: $500 off at move-in! Hurry to secure this limited-time special. Applies to any Vacant-Ready 2-bedroom apartment home, when you move in within two weeks of application! Contact Us Today For More Details And To Schedule Your Community Tour!Expires 02-22-2026
North Chase Apartments
$399.00 moves you in if move in before 2/27!Expires 02-22-2026
The Reserve at Mayfaire
Six weeks FREE when you apply by February 28th*! PLUS application & admin fees waived when you apply within 24 hours of your visit! *Select homes, restrictions apply, limited time, subject to change. Apply today!Expires 02-22-2026
Hawthorne at Murrayville
A Deal Worth Falling For: Get 1 Month FREE + Reduced Rates on select units! Pricing Subject to Change. Restrictions May Apply.Expires 02-22-2026
Stephens Pointe
YETI COOLER GIVEAWAY! Get ready for summer with a YETI cooler for February applications and move ins**restrictions apply**Receive 1-month FREE or $1000 off first month on all floorplans!**Rates As Low As - $1275Expires 02-22-2026
Sawmill Point
Exclusive Limited Time Offer - Fall Savings! If you apply to a vacant apartment, you will get a full month free!!! (12+ months) You will also have your application, administrative, and pet fees waived!! That could possibly be a savings of almost $2900! Please call today!Expires 02-22-2026
Cadia Myrtle Landing - Townhomes for Rent
Get up to 8 weeks FREE rent plus an extra $500 bonus when you apply the same day you tour! *Exclusions ApplyExpires 02-22-2026
The Townhomes at Beau Rivage
$1000 off move in! - Apply and move in by 3/15 and get $1000 off your move in!Expires 02-22-2026
Newly Listed Move-In Specials offers for Apartments in Wilmington, NC
Specials updated: 02-23-2026Here are the most recently added special offers for renters looking to find the best deals on apartments in Wilmington, NC. Be sure to take advantage of some of the area’s top offers.
Mid Castle
Move in Special at The Abbey- First month's rent are free with a 14 month lease. Move in Special at The Bennett-$500 off first full month's rent with a 14 month lease. (newest building!)Expires 02-28-2026
Cypress Grove Apartments
Move in and get $500 off your second months rent! Plus, waived administrative fee for a limited time!!! Apply today!Expires 02-28-2026
Veterans Park
FOR A LIMITED TIME, LEASE AND MOVE IN BY MARCH 17, 2026, AND WITH APPROVED CREDIT, AND A 12-MONTH LEASE, YOU WILL RECEIVE YOUR FIRST FULL MONTH’S RENT FREE! NO APPLICATION FEE! FRAUD NOTICE Submitting a rental application, paystubs, bank statement, general documents, or identity documentation of another person, or falsified identification without lawful authority is a state and federal crime. We work with local, state, and federal agencies to submit and prosecute all identity fraud. In addition, applicants that submit falsified documentation, the application will automatically be declined.Expires 03-17-2026
Starway Village
Move-in before February 28, 2026, and receive one month rent-free. Water, sewer, and trash are included with rent! Contact us today for more details.Expires 02-28-2026
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2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rent Specials Wilmington Apartments
What is the Cheapest Rent Specials apartment in Wilmington?
Currently the most affordable Rent Specials Apartment in Wilmington is at Villas at Echo East listed at $910.
How much is the average rent for a Rent Specials Wilmington Apartment?
The average rent for a Rent Specials Apartment in Wilmington is $1,991.
What is the largest Rent Specials Wilmington Apartment for rent?
Today's Rent Specials apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 2,162 square feet unit starting from $1,456 at Beaumont Oaks at Porters Neck Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the average size for Wilmington Rent Specials Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Rent Specials rental in Wilmington is currently at 752 sq ft.
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