
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolina Heights Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $712 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carolina Heights area of Wilmington.


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Chateau Terrace

The Creek

Mid Castle

819 Chestnut St

1933 Moss St

Forest Hills

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1918 Pender Ave, Unit B

806 N 5th Ave
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714 Taylor St

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk

718 Taylor St

408 S 7th St

124 S 11th St

609 Nixon St

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Pier 33 Apartments

Sawmill Point

Cape Fear Hotel Apartments
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The Pearl & The Jewel

3002 Pauline Ln

Cargo North

The Terrace Apartments

Riverview

906 S 8th St

609 N 8th St

Riverview Apartments

214 S 13th St
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1222 S 6th St

Riverwalk Condominiums

Overlook at RiverPlace

608 Castle Street

719 S 8th St

Flats on Front

215 Evans St

1115 S 9th St

312 McRae St
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407 S 17th St

1303 King St
Carolina Heights, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carolina Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carolina Heights Studio Apartments | $1,663 | $1,051 | $2,169 |
| Carolina Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,676 | $875 | $2,476 |
| Carolina Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,150 | $3,919 |
| Carolina Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $1,580 | $3,634 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carolina Heights Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Carolina Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carolina Heights area of Wilmington, NC is a 2 Beds unit found at Mid Castle priced from $1,125. Metropolitan at the Riverwalk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,448. Here are the most affordable Carolina Heights apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Castle | Bennett - D | 2BR, 2BA | $1,125 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,448 |
| Flats on Front | 1B | 1BR, 1BA | $1,608 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR, 1BA | $1,680 |
| Pier 33 Apartments | Bellamy | 1BR, 1BA | $1,779 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolina Heights, NC
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carolina Heights area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1918 Pender Ave Model at 1918 Pender Ave, Unit B in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Carolina Heights apartment is the Alamosa Model at Sawmill Point in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting at $1,680 with a $2.10 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carolina Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1918 Pender Ave, Unit B | 1918 Pender Ave | 2BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR, 1BA | $2.10 |
| Flats on Front | 1B | 1BR, 1BA | $2.11 |
| Pier 33 Apartments | Airlie with Patio | Studio, 1BA | $3.73 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio, 1BA | $2.61 |
| 1202 Chestnut St | 1202 Chestnut St | 1BR, 1BA | $3.52 |
| Mid Castle | Bennett - D | 2BR, 2BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarolina Heights, Wilmington, NC
Ranked #24
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carolina Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carolina Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carolina Heights is at Metropolitan at the Riverwalk listed at $1,448.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment is $1,200 at Mid Castle.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carolina Heights is starting from $1,125 at Mid Castle.
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