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College Acres, Wilmington, NC Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in College Acres?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Acres 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,758 | $1,225 | $2,650 |
| College Acres 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,554 | $1,750 | $3,700 |
| College Acres 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,885 | $1,950 | $3,800 |
| College Acres 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,300 | $3,000 | $3,600 |
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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 Hawthorne at New Centre priced from $1,029. Harbor Station Townhomes 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawthorne at New Centre | 1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Harbor Station Townhomes | 1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Wilmington Commons Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Lofts of Wilmington | A1P - Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Bonnet Ct | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Acres, NC
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Acres area is the $1.76 price per square foot B5 Model at The Range On Oleander in the in the Pine Valley East neighborhood starting from $2,068. The second greatest value College Acres apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Ethos Apartments | New Construction starting at $1,650 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the Windemere neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Acres apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Range On Oleander | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Ethos Apartments | New Construction | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| The Coastal | The Haven Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Seahawk Cove | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.80 |
| Abbotts Run | Carolina-Granite | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
| Hawthorne at Oleander | The Oceanic | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Reserve at Mayfaire | The Lumina 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Cypress Pointe Apartment Homes | A - The Kure | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Bonnet Ct | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Hawthorne at New Centre | 1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Refreshed | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.97 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in College Acres?
There are currently 84 Apartments for Rent in College Acres, NC with pricing that ranges from $765 to $2,705. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Acres ranging from $850 to $3,800.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Acres ranges from $850 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,346.
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