
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carolina Heights Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $700 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Carolina Heights area of Wilmington.


206 S 20th St

The Creek

Forest Hills

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315 S 5th Ave, Unit #2, Unit #2

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Overlook at RiverPlace

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Chateau Terrace

Mid Castle

Metropolitan at the Riverwalk
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923 N 5th Ave

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City Block

818 Hanover St

709 N 11th St

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2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

2702 Oleander Dr

826 Hanover St

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Flats on Front

Sawmill Point
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Pier 33 Apartments

414 Queen St

609 Nixon St

915 S 10th St

901 Campbell St

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3002 Pauline Ln

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Riverview

Riverview Apartments

Riverwalk Condominiums

2410 Wrightsville Ave

608 Castle Street

812 S 13th St

113 S 10th St

2107 Creecy Ave

1404 Church St
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618 S 3rd 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 | $1,442 | $1,000 | $2,169 |
| Carolina Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $995 | $3,454 |
| Carolina Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $995 | $3,269 |
| Carolina Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,666 | $1,446 | $5,769 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 37 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 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Creek | IVY | Studio,1BA | $1,035 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $1,301 |
| Mid Castle | Royal- A | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| City Block | London | 1BR,1BA | $1,428 |
| Flats on Front | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,508 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1,520 |
| Pier 33 Apartments | Airlie | Studio,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 2103 Pender Ave, Unit 1 | 2103 Pender Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Metropolitan at the Riverwalk | B7B | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Overlook at RiverPlace | 9 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| 30 N Front St, Unit 2 | 30 N Front St | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
| Sawmill Point | Alamosa | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| City Block | London | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Forest Hills | SOUTHERN PINE | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Mid Castle | Abbey - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.49 |
| The Creek | IVY | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCarolina Heights, Wilmington, NC
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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 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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