Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolina Heights Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (37 Rentals)

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Chateau Terrace
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$1,301 - $1,446
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Chateau Terrace

1201 Columbus CirWilmington, NC 28403
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property at 923 N 5th Ave

$1,375

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923 N 5th Ave

WilmingtonNC28401
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City Block
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$1,423 - $1,764
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City Block

814 N 3rd StWilmington, NC 28401
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property at 818 Hanover St

$1,475

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$1,475

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$1,475

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818 Hanover St

WilmingtonNC28401
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Flats on Front
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$1,508 - $5,569
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$1,508 - $5,569

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Flats on Front

1045 N Front StWilmington, NC 28401
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Pier 33 Apartments
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$1,584 - $5,769
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Pier 33 Apartments

901 Nutt StWilmington, NC 28401
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property at 414 Queen St

$1,595

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414 Queen St

WilmingtonNC28401
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3002 Pauline Ln
3 Bedroom Apartments

3002 Pauline Ln

3002 Pauline LnWilmington, NC 28405
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The Terrace Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Terrace Apartments

214 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverview
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Riverview

212 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverview Apartments
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Riverview Apartments

211 Red Cross StWilmington, NC 28401
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Riverwalk Condominiums
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Condominiums

212 S Water StWilmington, NC 28401
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Carolina Heights, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carolina Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carolina Heights area of Wilmington, NC is a Studio unit found at The Creek priced from $1,035. Forest Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here are the most affordable Carolina Heights apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The CreekIVYStudio,1BA$1,035
Forest HillsSOUTHERN PINE1BR,1BA$1,149
Chateau Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath Deluxe2BR,1BA$1,301
Mid CastleRoyal- A1BR,1BA$1,325
City BlockLondon1BR,1BA$1,428
Flats on Front1A1BR,1BA$1,508
Sawmill PointAlamosa1BR,1BA$1,520
Pier 33 ApartmentsAirlieStudio,1BA$1,584

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carolina Heights, NC

As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Carolina Heights area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Chateau Terrace in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,346. The second greatest value Carolina Heights apartment is the 2103 Pender Ave Model at 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,495 with a $1.50 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chateau Terrace2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.17
2103 Pender Ave, Unit 12103 Pender Ave2BR,2BA$1.50
Metropolitan at the RiverwalkB7B2BR,2BA$2.18
Overlook at RiverPlace91BR,1BA$2.52
30 N Front St, Unit 230 N Front St2BR,2BA$2.33
Sawmill PointAlamosa1BR,1BA$1.90
City BlockLondon1BR,1BA$2.03
Forest HillsSOUTHERN PINE1BR,1BA$1.87
Mid CastleAbbey - BStudio ,1BA$2.49
The CreekIVYStudio ,1BA$2.29

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Carolina Heights, Wilmington, NC

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Carolina Heights, Wilmington, and the greater Wilmington area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment communities for the kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 The Creek listed at $1,035.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carolina Heights Apartment is $1,149 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 $1,301 at Chateau Terrace.

What is the most affordable Carolina Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Carolina Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forest Hills and starts from $1,655.

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