
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Creekwood Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC from $600 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Creekwood area of Wilmington.


The Pearl & The Jewel

Hanover Landing Apartments

Abbotts Run

Hawthorne at New Centre

Colonial Parke

The Creek

Harbor Station Townhomes
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Bonnet Ct

Deerbrook Apartments

Lofts of Wilmington

Birchwood Park

The Reserve at Forest Hills

705 Ann St

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Chateau Terrace

Avalon of Wilmington
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618 Harnett St

Forest Hills

Mid Castle

Total Monthly Price
The Willow

828 Campbell St

609 Nixon St

715 Clearwater Ct

901 Litchfield Way
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The Glen Apartments

Quail Forest Apartments

Flats at Market Street

River City Studio Homes

The Studio 17 Apartments

3002 Pauline Ln

Vineyard Pointe

Hunter's Crossing Condominiums
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207 Sunn Aire Ct

214 S 13th St

721 Chestnut St

Cardinal Court

The Annexe at the Reserve

Tidewater Townhomes

723 Chestnut St

305 St Rosea Rd
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608 Castle Street

907 Dock St

522 S Kerr Ave
Creekwood, Wilmington, NC Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Creekwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Creekwood Studio Apartments | $1,404 | $850 | $1,979 |
| Creekwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $950 | $1,937 |
| Creekwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,577 | $1,099 | $2,328 |
| Creekwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $715 | $2,738 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Creekwood Neighborhood of Wilmington, NC.
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Cheapest Available Creekwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Creekwood area of Wilmington, NC is a 1 Bed unit found at Hanover Landing Apartments priced from $999. Hawthorne at New Centre has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,034. Here are the most affordable Creekwood apartments for rent in Wilmington, NC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanover Landing Apartments | 1 BD W/D | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Hawthorne at New Centre | 1 Bed 1 and Half Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,034 |
| Harbor Station Townhomes | 1x1 Garden Standard - Call For Availability | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Bonnet Ct | STUDIO | 1BR,1BA | $1,096 |
| Birchwood Park | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1,106 |
| Lofts of Wilmington | A1R - Dogwood | 1BR,1BA | $1,139 |
| 34 North Apartments | 2X1 CLASSIC | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,216 |
| Avalon of Wilmington | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1,270 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Creekwood, NC
As of June 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Creekwood area is the $1.18 price per square foot MAGNOLIA Model at Forest Hills in the in the Carolina Heights neighborhood starting from $1,659. The second greatest value Creekwood apartment is the Annexe-Bordeaux Model at The Reserve at Forest Hills starting at $1,873 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Creekwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Creekwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills | MAGNOLIA | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| The Reserve at Forest Hills | Annexe-Bordeaux | 3BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| The Annexe at the Reserve | Annexe-Bordeaux | 3BR,3BA | $1.51 |
| Chateau Terrace | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.16 |
| Deerbrook Apartments | Renovated Bennett | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Coastal | The Haven Classic | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| Seahawk Cove | 3x3 Deluxe | 3BR,3BA | $0.75 |
| 34 North Apartments | 2X1 CLASSIC | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Creek | JASMINE | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| Hanover Landing Apartments | 1BD Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCreekwood, Wilmington, NC
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Among cities in North Carolina for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Creekwood Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Creekwood?
The cheapest apartment in Creekwood is Hanover Landing Apartments which is listed at $999, while the average apartment in Creekwood costs $1,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Creekwood?
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 8 regular apartments in Creekwood 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 Creekwood?
Cheap apartments in Creekwood have an average cost of $130 which is $1,620 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Creekwood.
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