
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolina Heights Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carolina Heights area of Wilmington.


The Creek

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Chateau Terrace

Forest Hills

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Overlook at RiverPlace

705 Ann St

Mid Castle

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
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Sawmill Point

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City Block

609 Nixon St

709 N 11th St

826 Hanover St

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3002 Pauline Ln

The Terrace Apartments

Riverview

Riverview Apartments

317 Queen St

1107 S 2nd St

Riverwalk Condominiums

718 Queen St
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1101 S 8th St

Flats on Front

608 Castle Street

907 Dock St

504 Brunswick St

812 S 5th Ave

1009 S 6th St

1404 Church St
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2107 Creecy Ave
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 | $1,279 | $1,000 | $1,584 |
| Carolina Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $995 | $3,662 |
| Carolina Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,821 | $1,216 | $3,069 |
| Carolina Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,446 | $5,769 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 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 1 Bed unit found at Forest Hills priced from $1,099. Chateau Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,216. Here are the most affordable Carolina Heights apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1,270 |
| Mid Castle | Royal- A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,369 |
| Flats on Front | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,483 |
| Pier 33 Apartments | Airlie | Studio,1BA | $1,584 |
| City Block | Athens | 2BR,2BA | $1,719 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 4A | 1BR,1BA | $1,725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolina Heights, NC
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carolina Heights area is the $1.73 price per square foot Banister Model at Sawmill Point in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,990. The second greatest value Carolina Heights apartment is the 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome Model at Chateau Terrace starting at $1,336 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Carolina Heights neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawmill Point | Banister | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| City Block | Athens | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| 714 S 5th Ave, Unit B | 714 S 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Flats on Front | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | S1A - Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.47 |
| Mid Castle | Abbey - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarolina Heights, Wilmington, NC
Ranked #22
Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 Mid Castle listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment is $1,099 at Forest Hills.
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 $1,216 at Chateau Terrace.
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