Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Acres Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (44 Rentals)

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3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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4920 Seabrook Ct

WilmingtonNC28403

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Clear Run
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$1,418 - $3,934
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Clear Run

5300 New Centre DrWilmington, NC 28403
Corporate Housing
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River City Studio Homes
Studio Apartments

River City Studio Homes

5040 Market StWilmington, NC 28405
Corporate Housing
  • Utilities Included

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Vineyard Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vineyard Pointe

4917 Vineyard LnWilmington, NC 28403
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property at 522 S Kerr Ave

$1,195

2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 21

522 S Kerr Ave

WilmingtonNC28403
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Cardinal Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cardinal Court

4801 Kubeck CtWilmington, NC 28403
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Lofts of Wilmington
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts of Wilmington

5208 Ringo DrWilmington, NC 28405
Student Housing

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107 Lullwater Dr
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

107 Lullwater Dr

107 Lullwater DrWilmington, NC 28403
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College Acres, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Acres Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Acres area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Harbor Station Townhomes priced from $1,050. Wilmington Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable College Acres apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Harbor Station Townhomes1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability1BR,1BA$1,050
Wilmington Commons ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,050
Bonnet Ct2 Bedoom 2 Bathoom2BR,2BA$1,259
Lofts of WilmingtonB1P - Red Maple2BR,2BA$1,325
107 Lullwater Dr2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1,400
Clear RunFisher B2A2BR,2BA$1,418
Comet Scotts HillSilver Bell1BR,1BA$1,470
Hawthorne Commons2x2 - Platinum2BR,2BA$1,556
Quad Apartment HomesC - Thalian3BR,2BA$1,595
The CordeliaThe Eva1BR,1BA$1,595

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Acres, NC

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Acres area is the $1.42 price per square foot 5004 Hunters Trail Model at 5004 Hunters Trail, Unit 14 in the in the Kings Grant neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value College Acres apartment is the Regency Model at Hawthorne at the Station starting at $1,939 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Ogden neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5004 Hunters Trail, Unit 145004 Hunters Trail2BR,2BA$1.42
Hawthorne at the StationRegency2BR,2BA$1.62
The Nest at 49553x33BR,3BA$0.75
Ethos Apartments | New Construction2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.68
Bonnet Ct2 Bedoom 2 Bathoom2BR,2BA$1.26
Seahawk Cove3x3 Deluxe3BR,3BA$0.75
Quad Apartment HomesC - Thalian3BR,2BA$1.61
107 Lullwater Dr2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.54
Lofts of WilmingtonB1R - Red Maple2BR,2BA$1.57
Hawthorne Commons2x2 - Platinum2BR,2BA$1.73

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ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across North Carolina and customized analysis for Northeastern Wilmington, NC. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and outdoor amenities like tennis courts, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Acres Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Acres?

The cheapest apartment in College Acres is Harbor Station Townhomes which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in College Acres costs $1,919.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Acres?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 13 regular apartments in College Acres that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in College Acres?

Cheap apartments in College Acres have an average cost of $220 which is $1,699 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Acres.

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