Studio Apartments for Rent in Wilmington, NC (173 Rentals)

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Cornerstone
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Cornerstone

4517-4525 Sagedale DrWilmington, NC 28405
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Passage Point
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Passage Point

215 Valencia CtWilmington, NC 28412
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Long Leaf MHP
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Long Leaf MHP

420 Marion DrWilmington, NC 28412
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Franklin Square
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Franklin Square

4188 Spirea DrWilmington, NC 28403
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Silver Lakes
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Silver Lakes

311 Silver Lake RdWilmington, NC 28412

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Mendenhall Court
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Mendenhall Court

112-122 Mendenhall DrWilmington, NC 28411
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708-712 S 9th St
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708-712 S 9th St

708-712 S 9th StWilmington, NC 28401
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South Park
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South Park

4141 Spirea DrWilmington, NC 28403

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415 S Front St
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415 S Front St

415 S Front StWilmington, NC 28401
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1105 S 4th St
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1105 S 4th St

1105 S 4th StWilmington, NC 28401
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5005 Hunters Trl
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5005 Hunters Trl

5005 Hunters TrlWilmington, NC 28405
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213 S Front St
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213 S Front St

213 S Front StWilmington, NC 28401
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205 S 5th Ave
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205 S 5th Ave

205 S 5th AveWilmington, NC 28401

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Wilmington Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 27, 2026

There are currently 78 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Wilmington, NC that range in price from $850 to $2,169. Echo Farms, Shipyard Plaza and Silver Lake are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Wilmington with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Echo Farms19$1,620$1,138
Shipyard Plaza19$1,620$1,138
Silver Lake18$1,630$1,138
Cape Fear Country Club3$1,385$1,000
Carolina Heights2$1,350$1,000
Creekwood2$1,230$850
Downtown Wilmington2$1,385$1,000
Lincoln Forest2$1,385$850
Sunset Park2$1,230$1,000
UNC Wilmington2$1,545$850

Largest Available Wilmington Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is found at Harrington Square and is 704 square feet priced from $1,100. The Helmsman in the Lincoln Forest neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 669 square feet and currently listed start at $1,525. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Harrington SquareThe Southport704 Sq Ft$1,100
The HelmsmanS1A669 Sq Ft$1,525
Pier 33 ApartmentsAirlie582 Sq Ft$1,784
Proximity WatermarkS1B577 Sq Ft$1,605
Mid CastleAbbey - B543 Sq Ft$1,350

Cheapest Available Wilmington Studio Apartments

As of June 27, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Wilmington, NC is the The Southport Model starting from $1,100 at Harrington Square . The second most affordable Wilmington Studio is the Abbey - B Model at Mid Castle starting at $1,350 in the South Side neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Wilmington is currently $1,516. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Wilmington:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Harrington SquareThe Southport$1,100
Mid CastleAbbey - B$1,350
Proximity WatermarkS1A$1,495
The HelmsmanS1A$1,525
Pier 33 ApartmentsAirlie$1,784

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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.

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Wilmington, NC

Ranked #6

Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Wilmington Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Wilmington with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Wilmington is at Harrington Square listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Wilmington Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Wilmington is $1,516.

What is the largest available Studio Wilmington Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Wilmington is a 704 square feet unit starting from $1,100 at Harrington Square.

What is the average size for Wilmington Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Wilmington is currently 568 sq ft.

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